H2iPort KA Mod

The fundamental problem with the introduction of H2 as an energy carrier lies in the complexity of the individual application scenarios, the infrastructure for large-scale transport, storage and distribution that does not yet exist and the as yet unknown requirements at e.g. company level. Investment decisions can therefore only be made with difficulty at present. The overall picture is that there needs to be a complementary approach that drives the development of an infrastructure with the necessary investments on the company side and parallel investments are planned for use and application that are correlated with each other. To this end, the research group has decided to develop H2iPort KA Mod, a comprehensive model of a general hydrogen hub.

This model represents all relevant energy conversion, storage and distribution structures and describes the dynamic system behaviour in a differential equation-based system. The model is then parameterised on the basis of the conditions of the Rhine port of Karlsruhe and the technical and economic data bases of the partners are used to design the models realistically. The result of a subsequent optimisation of the model used, e.g. for cost optimality, can then be used as a basis for decision-making for a future-proof design of the Rhine Port H2 Hub.

Extract from the press release of 23.12.2022

The Rhine port of Karlsruhe is to become the core of a hydrogen infrastructure. In order for concrete investment decisions to be made, the complex technical facilities are being coordinated with each other as part of an elaborate analysis and optimisation process. "We are entering new territory with this optimisation procedure. Our findings will also enable similar projects in other regions to make more reliable investment decisions," Marco Braun, Professor of Thermodynamics and Energy Technology at the Faculty of Economics at Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences, is certain.

Students have the opportunity to work on the project as part of their theses (Bachelor's, Master's) and as assistant students. If you are interested, please contact the project team.