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Method and device for hydrogen generation

authors: Wiesław Stręk, prof. dr hab. Przemysław Wiewiórski, mgr Robert Tomala, dr Włodzimierz Miśta, dr Paweł Głuchowski, dr

A hydrogen generator using photocatalysis of water or simple alcohols, combined with an infrared laser and graphene as a catalyst, is an innovative device with remarkable potential. It works on the principle of using infrared laser light to generate electrons on the graphene surface and initiate the decomposition of water or simple alcohols such as methanol and ethanol. The photocatalysis process leads to the separation of water or alcohol into hydrogen and oxygen molecules. The invention is characterized by the high efficiency, speed and stability of the hydrogen production process, which is a great achievement in the field of renewable energy. The technology, due to its small size, will work well in home energy stations. Combined with renewable energy sources, it will allow excess energy to be stored, and combined with fuel cells, it will allow energy to be generated according to demand. It is also an environmentally friendly solution, as it does not generate harmful waste or CO2 emissions. A hydrogen generator based on photocatalysis using laser and graphene has great potential in industrial, energy or transportation applications.