LAPSE:2026.0487
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LAPSE:2026.0487
Techno-economic analysis of hydrogen refueling station with on-site production from a novel blue H2 and N2 production system
June 12, 2026
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This study presents a techno-economic modeling framework integrating a modular blue H2N2 production unit with a hydrogen refueling station (HRS) across capacities ranging from 0.1 to 4.0 tpd. A model-based approach is used to size key process and refueling components and to estimate the resulting hydrogen retail cost. The analysis indicates that hydrogen retail costs range from 4.6 to 10.8 USD kgH2-1 over the considered capacity range. Relative to alternative on-site hydrogen production pathways, the proposed system demonstrates better cost-effectiveness while meeting clean hydrogen production standards. The approach is particularly suitable for regions with established natural gas infrastructure, as it leverages existing supply chains. Overall, the results provide actionable insights for policymakers and industry stakeholders in planning future hydrogen refueling infrastructure.
This study presents a techno-economic modeling framework integrating a modular blue H2N2 production unit with a hydrogen refueling station (HRS) across capacities ranging from 0.1 to 4.0 tpd. A model-based approach is used to size key process and refueling components and to estimate the resulting hydrogen retail cost. The analysis indicates that hydrogen retail costs range from 4.6 to 10.8 USD kgH2-1 over the considered capacity range. Relative to alternative on-site hydrogen production pathways, the proposed system demonstrates better cost-effectiveness while meeting clean hydrogen production standards. The approach is particularly suitable for regions with established natural gas infrastructure, as it leverages existing supply chains. Overall, the results provide actionable insights for policymakers and industry stakeholders in planning future hydrogen refueling infrastructure.
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Irhamna AR, Bollas GM. Techno-economic analysis of hydrogen refueling station with on-site production from a novel blue H2 and N2 production system. Systems and Control Transactions 5:2280-2287 (2026) https://doi.org/10.69997/sct.147804
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Irhamna AR: Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA.. Faculty of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Jawa Barat, 40132, Indonesia. [ORCID]
Bollas GM: Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA. [ORCID]
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Bollas GM: Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA. [ORCID]
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Systems and Control Transactions
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2280
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2026
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2026-06-12
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