Methodology

HYPER will develop and validate a robust, flexible, and modular electrochemical cell system for the production of persulfate, and from that, H2O2.
HYPER will address new sustainable routes towards chemical key substances through the utilisation of renewable energy sources (RES) – a crucial step for the sustainable transformation of classical chemical processes.

Challenges and solutions

1.

Research Challenge
Optimisation of the system components and process for maximal performance and stable RES integration at TRL4-5

HYPER APPROACH AND SOLUTION:

An implemented mini-plant will include all relevant parts of the process to demonstrate its feasibility. While individual process parts are usually tested step by step, only a full integration can provide the necessary insights into realistic operation conditions to ensure that the developments will be suitable for successfully reaching higher TRL.

2.

Research Challenge
Scale up the optimised system to TRL6

HYPER APPROACH AND SOLUTION:

The system will have a modular design so that it can be easily adapted or expanded to meet current needs.

3.

Research Challenge
Validate the process in three industrial value chains

HYPER APPROACH AND SOLUTION:

Simplified in situ generation of H2O2 will be studied to produce the needed volumes of H2O2 as a satellite unit of the bleaching device/s, to check the possibility of creating sufficient volumes of active oxygen in bleaching devices (with reduction/elimination of chemical H2O2 stabilisers), and the onsite production of the chemical (as an oxidant).

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Research Challenge
Process design and safety, and climate change & environmental impact

HYPER APPROACH AND SOLUTION:

Design and implement an online coordination algorithm, which will coordinate the electrochemical production process with electric power system (grid) balancing mechanisms (ancillary services, balancing market).