Master Thesis: Hot separation of Hx-BT and hydrogen with different membrane materials
Start
Flexible but desired for May 2024
Subject
Hydrogen represents one of the key molecules for large scale energy storage and the decarbonization. Liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHC) are a promising technique for long distance hydrogen transport or long-term hydrogen storage. In the LOHC system the organic hydrogen carrier allows for pressure free and uncomplicated hydrogen transport.
One of the main challenges for LOHC is represented by the endothermic hydrogen release reaction. We are aiming to increase the efficiency of the hydrogen release by utilizing membranes in the reactor setups. This way of extracting hydrogen shifts the equilibrium to the product side, utilizes the gas phase in the dehydrogenation reaction and purifies the gas stream at high temperatures.
Your tasks will include
- Detailed literature review
- Evaluation of LOHC influences on the hot membrane behavior
- Evaluation of different membrane materials
- Characterization of membrane materials (BET, SEM, TGA, TPD)
- Optimization of an already working experimental setup
- Detailed evaluation and presentation of experimental results
Your Profile
- Currently enrolled in a master’s program in process engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field
- Knowledge in hydrogen and energy research is advantageous
- Experience in laboratory work fields is advantageous
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Strong collaborative and communication skills, along with the ability to work as part of a team
- Proficient in both written and spoken English
Our Offer
We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:
- An interesting and socially relevant topic for your thesis with future-oriented themes
- Ideal conditions for gaining practical experience alongside your studies
- Excellent technical equipment and the newest technology
- Qualified support through your scientific colleagues
- The chance to independently prepare and work on your tasks
- Flexible working hours
- Flexible work (location) arrangements, e.g. remote work
Place of employment: HI ERN Erlangen
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation/identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.
Contact
Nils Bachhuber
Tel.: +49 2461/61-84152
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