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The Danish Technological Institute (DTI) provides cutting-edge solutions to industrial challenges; the Big Science center is focused on the use of large-scale research infrastructures, such as synchrotrons and neutron facilities, to answer the needs of industry. We frequently act as the bridge between academia and industry within research and development projects, at both the national and European level. Ongoing work includes Horizon Europe projects focused on materials development, ReMade@ARI and InnoMatSyn, as well as coordination of a power-to-X project. We will report on two projects focused on energy and energy systems, HyFly and Low Cost H2.
The HyFly project aims to develop hybrid glass-carbon fiber composite flywheels for energy storage, increasing energy density by at least 25%. This involves multiscale design and optimization, advanced materials, and innovative manufacturing techniques. DTI is supporting the project with synchrotron tomography measurements of the flywheel composite structure, giving crucial insight into structural integrity, performance and failure mechanisms. Flywheel Energy Storage Systems (FESS) will offer a cost-effective, durable, and sustainable alternative to chemical batteries, supporting Denmark's green energy goals. The project unites academia, industry, and nanotechnology specialists to create scalable, market-ready solutions for energy storage applications.
The Low Cost H2 project aims to revolutionize green hydrogen production by enhancing the efficiency of alkaline electrolysis cells and reducing production costs of hydrogen. This is achieved by optimizing electrodes and bipolar plates, doubling current density, and addressing bottlenecks in the two-phase flow using a combination of advanced imaging techniques and micro- and macro-scale modeling. DTI has led three neutron radiography beamtimes and two synchrotron beamtimes within the project to study the evolution and flow of bubbles in real-time, and the microstructure of electrodes before and after operation. The project seeks to improve scalability and cost-effectiveness for large-scale green hydrogen production, promoting renewable energy and reducing CO2 emissions.
