Process simulation and optimization of H-2 production from ethanol steam reforming and its use in fuel cells. 2. Process analysis and optimization

摘要

The feasibility of power cogeneration through fuel cells using bioethanol with different concentration has been considered. Data and layout have been inspired by an existing unit Helbio, GH2-BE-5000 (5 kW(electrical) + 5 kW(thermal)) system for combined heat and power generation (CHP). The system is constituted by six reactors connected in series for hydrogen production and purification and by a fuel cell of the mentioned capacity.