Hydrogen Production from Hydrolytic Oxidation of Organosilanes Using a Cationic Oxorhenium Catalyst

摘要

Interest in hydrogen utilization as a fuel has intensified recently because its use in fuel cells affords water and heat as the only byproducts,and the prospects of a future hydrogen economy.The two key areas in need of research development are related to hydrogen sources and storage.While the source of hydrogen constitutes a significant scientific challenge,addressing issues of hydrogen storage,transport,and delivery is equally important.None of the current hydrogen storage options,liquefied or high-pressure H_2 gas,metal hydrides,etc.,satisfy criteria of size,cost,kinetics,and safety for use in transportation.