Background Research

Develop this in detail.

1. Google the topic at hand. Select keywords directly related to search, such as "Open Source High Pressure Electrolyzer". The best case outcome is that an open source version exists, including a developer community, and that community can be tapped for a complete solution with OSE Spec.

1. Sample results - [1] and [2], and [3] and [4]. 30 atm alkaline electrolyzer - [5].

1. Quantify the result to see if there are meaningful results, and if not, search deeper.
2. Procure phone numbers, make calls - regarding availability of data - and document in a commenting + upvoting interface such as Upvoting. Anyone can sign up for and use an instance of Disqus.
3. Conditions of satisfaction involve point-by-point meeting of OSE Specifications and documentation of such.
4. A list of critical parameters are identified for existing industry standards. Cost, LCA, fabrication, etc. Ex. Electrolyzer costs $1k/kW. For $3k we can have storage of H2 in PVC pipe - $1/watt for solar panels, $1k for an electrolyzer, and then we cook for free. [6] - up to 30 ATM.
5. Background research continues until open design is identified, or if not, a Design Rationale is constructed that embodies the critical elements of a workable design.
6. Reification is then proposed by providing sourcing information, building of parts, test-driven design, and other data collection until desirable results are obtained.

Sample Conclusion

30ATM alkaline electrolyzers are proven and available technology. [7]. Based on Hydrogen discussion, a maximum allowable tank size for a personal vehicle is 1 GGE - or about 27 hp hours. That is acceptable for a superefficient personal vehicle. The battery pack size for a Tesla is 80 hp-hr, at $15k so the hydrogen storage GGE/ESE is approximately 100x lower cost over an LCA time of 100 years than the Lithium Ion battery. The hydrogen storage is assumed to be 2400' of of 1" schedule 80 PVC pipe, based on 50-100 year PVC Lifetime.