समीक्षा

  • Green Hydrogen generation demands low-cost, high-efficiency, and durable electrocatalysts for Hydrogen Evolution Reaction (HER) and Oxygen Evolution Reaction (OER). ARCI has built a strong, multi-material, multi-scale programme targeting: phase engineering of 2D MoS2 nanosheets, doped 2D Sheets , Metal alloy (/phosphide)  , with large area film depostion by scalalable solution process Electroless techniques he programme addresses the key limitations of noble metal catalysts (e.g., Pt) by developing highly active, earth-abundant catalysts that perform efficiently in: acid, alkali, sea water and indurial process relavant electrolytes This is expected for direct applications in commercial alkaline electrolyzer and energy devices

Key Features

  • Overpotentials (111–170 mV @ 10 mA/cm²) Tafel slopes (65–110 mV/dec) in acidic, alkaline , saline water 
  • Large-area (10×10 cm) electrode fabrication capability on SS, graphite, mesh, perforated substrates
  • Replaces expensive Pt-based catalysts 

Potential Applications

  • Alkaline & Seawater Electrolyzers
  • Green Hydrogen Production Plants
  • Power-to-Gas / Fuel Cell Hydrogen Supply
  • Metal Refining & Industrial Hydrogenation Processes
  • Portable / Distributed Hydrogen Generators
  • Electrochemical Reactors
  • Renewable Hydrogen Infrastructure (Grid-scale

अवस्था

  • Solution-processed routes for advanced electrocatalyst prototype has been fabricated and tested. (TRL upto 3)
  • Demonstrates competitive tafel slope and overpotential
  • Process is highly scalable and compatible with large area for electrolyser.
  • Currently undergoing optimization for further improvement wrt large area electrode and long stability for TRL enhancement and commercialization.

Intellectual Property Development Index (IPDI)

Level 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
उल्लेख Basic concepts and understanding of underlying scientific principles Shortlisting possible applications Research to prove technical feasibility for targeted application Coupon level testing in simulated conditions Check repeatability/consistency Prototype testing in real-life conditions Check repeatability/consistency Reassessing feasibility (IP, competition technology, commercial) Initiate technology transfer Support in stabilizing production
अवस्था

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Technology Readiness Level (TRL)

TRL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
उल्लेख Basic Principles Concept Formulation Proof of Concept Lab Validation Relevant Environment Prototype Demo Operational Demo System Qualified Proven / Market Ready
अवस्था

  • Around 6 publications on advanced electrcatalyst and around  >50 pulications in photoelectrolyst with high impact factor