Hydrogen and fuel cell systems need components that are leak-proof, hydrogen-resistant and reliable – and can be produced economically at the same time. Additive manufacturing can be a decisive lever here because complex, functionally integrated components can be developed and iterated more quickly. At the same time, there has often been a lack of systematic qualification of 3D printing materials and components for use in H₂ environments. This is precisely the gap that 3D-4-H2 addresses.
In a nutshell
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3D printing has great potential for electrolysis / FC components, but: Proof of suitability is often lacking.
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The aim is a safe, fast transition from R&D → prototype → application.
