Experts from Virginia Tech have developed a promising way to extract hydrogen from biomass. This method is based on the conversion of glucose, one of the most common simple sugars. To implement this process, scientists had synthesized a special enzyme that at a temperature of 50 degrees Celsius is able to release a phenomenal amount of high-purity hydrogen - about three times more than other modern techniques. The gas can be immediately sent to the fuel cell, or in the fuel tanks and other vehicles.
According to the developers, the processing of plant by the enzyme does not generate greenhouse gases, and it would not be used in heavy metals or their compounds. A small amount of energy is required just to start the reaction. According to specialists, due to a combination of simplicity, sustainability and efficiency, this technology is fully capable to make the energy revolution. Related Products :
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