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What is the TiNTHyN project?

Introduction

The TiNTHyN project is an ambitious initiative aimed at revolutionizing the production, transport and use of green hydrogen. This initiative is part of the e-WallonHY Strategic Innovation Initiative (SII), supported by the Wallonia Public Service - Economy, Employment and Research, as part of the Win4Excellence call for projects.

History and context

The project is part of the development of the decarbonized hydrogen sector in Wallonia. It covers the entire value chain of this sector:

  • Hydrogen production by low temperature, high temperature electrolysis or by plasmalysis.

  • The transport and storage of hydrogen over short and long distances, including the development of new metallic and polymeric materials and solid storage solutions.

  • Uses of decarbonized hydrogen for mobility, industry and stationary applications.

As part of its Smart Specialization Strategy, Wallonia has selected the e-WallonHY Strategic Innovation Initiative (SII), which aims to develop a green hydrogen economy in Wallonia. This partnership brings together 6 CRAs, 5 universities, 1 training center, 25 companies and 8 public sector players.

Project objectives

The project mainly aims to develop skills and increase the maturity of innovative low TRL technologies (2-4) of the IIS e-WallonHY action plan. Specific objectives include:

  1. Create a solid basis for academic expertise in hydrogen in Wallonia.

  2. To form a multidisciplinary team of highly qualified researchers.

  3. Supporting Walloon industry in the search for technological and societal solutions to the challenges of hydrogen.

  4. Initiate new collaborations and encourage knowledge exchange.

Methodology

TiNTHyN adopts an "Innovative Training Network (ITN)" methodology based on three pillars: research, training and networking. The project is structured around three work packages (WP) and 12 doctoral theses:

  • WP-1: Production of Decarbonized Hydrogen

    • New 3D electrode solutions for alkaline electrolyzers

    • Development of steels for SOE/FC applications

    • Conversion of ammonia into hydrogen by cold plasmas

  • WP-2: Hydrogen Transport and Storage

    • Study of hydrogen diffusivity in metallic materials

    • Design of polymeric tanks

    • Modeling of pressure losses in GH2 pipelines

  • WP-3: Use of Hydrogen

    • Catalysts for PEM fuel cells

    • H2 - ammonia combustion kinetics

    • Simulation of hydrogen sloshing in tanks

Partners and collaborators

The TiNTHyN project is an interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together experts from several institutions:

  • Universities: UCLouvain, ULB, ULiège, UMons, UNamur.

  • Research Centers: CRM, Materia Nova, Sirris, Cenaero.

Expected results

Project success indicators include:

  • Completion of 12 doctoral theses (more information here) .

  • Publication of more than 20 articles in peer-reviewed journals.

  • Organization of 4 thematic workshops.

  • Filing of 3 patent applications relating to the results obtained.

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