Close Menu
Energy NewsEnergy News
  • NEWS
    • Breaking News
    • Hydrogen
    • Energy Storage
    • Grid
    • SMR
    • Projects
    • Production
    • Transport
    • Research
  • SPOTLIGHT
    • Interviews
    • Face 2 Face
    • Podcast
    • Webinars
    • Analysis
    • Columnists
    • Reviews
    • Events
  • REGIONAL
    • Africa
    • Americas
    • Asia
    • Europe
    • Middle east
    • Pacific
  • COMMUNITY
  • ABOUT
    • Advisory Board
    • Contact us
    • Report Your News
    • Advertize
    • Subscribe
LinkedIn X (Twitter) YouTube Facebook
Trending
  • Hy24 Joins Hynamics UK to Back £300M Green Hydrogen Project at ExxonMobil’s Fawley Complex
  • Primary Hydrogen Advances Natural Hydrogen Exploration in Atlantic Canada
  • Legal Challenge Halts Brazil’s Coastal Hydrogen Project Over Environmental Violations
  • Hyundai Bets on Indian Hydrogen Ecosystem with New R&D Hub at IIT Madras
  • Falling Capture Rates and Rising Volatility Reshape Investment in European Power Markets
  • Why Most Hydrogen Research Will Never Scale—and How Balkan Labs Are Quietly Changing the Game
  • E.ON Cancels 20MW Hydrogen Plant in Essen
  • Repsol Abandons 130MW Hydrogen Project in Puertollano Amid Economic and Technical Concerns
LinkedIn X (Twitter) YouTube Facebook
Energy NewsEnergy News
  • NEWS
    • Breaking News
    • Hydrogen
    • Energy Storage
    • Grid
    • SMR
    • Projects
    • Production
    • Transport
    • Research
  • SPOTLIGHT
    • Interviews
    • Face 2 Face
    • Podcast
    • Webinars
    • Analysis
    • Columnists
    • Reviews
    • Events
  • REGIONAL
    • Africa
    • Americas
    • Asia
    • Europe
    • Middle east
    • Pacific
  • COMMUNITY
  • ABOUT
    • Advisory Board
    • Contact us
    • Report Your News
    • Advertize
    • Subscribe
Energy NewsEnergy News
Home Home - Americas
Green Hydrogen H2 News

Hydrogen Stations Get Smarter: Predictive Models for Seamless Refueling

Anela DoksoBy Anela Dokso20/09/20232 Mins Read
Share
LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Email WhatsApp Telegram

Consumer confidence in hydrogen fuel cell vehicles is getting a significant boost, thanks to pioneering research by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Colorado State University (CSU). These researchers have unveiled a predictive model that has the potential to transform hydrogen station operations, making them more reliable and reducing unexpected shutdowns.

One of the main obstacles to the widespread adoption of hydrogen-fueled vehicles is the perceived unreliability of refueling stations. When stations shut down for unscheduled maintenance, it not only inconveniences drivers but also undermines their confidence in the technology. Hydrogen stations, unlike their gasoline counterparts, are still relatively scarce. This scarcity means that consumers who rely on hydrogen must be confident that refueling will be available when needed.

The solution lies in what experts call Prognostics Health Monitoring (PHM). In essence, PHM is a predictive model that anticipates maintenance needs before they become urgent. Jennifer Kurtz, lead author of the research paper titled “Hydrogen Station Prognostics and Health Monitoring Model,” emphasizes the goal: “We want to ensure motorists who drive hydrogen-fueled cars have the same experience as those using conventional vehicles.”

The PHM model, specifically tailored for hydrogen stations, calculates the probability of each component’s continued functionality based on the number of refills the station has completed. This predictive approach allows station operators to estimate the remaining useful life of components and plan maintenance proactively.

This particular PHM, referred to as “hydrogen station prognostics health monitoring” or H2S PHM, can significantly reduce the frequency of unscheduled maintenance. By identifying components in need of attention ahead of time, station operators can schedule maintenance during low-demand periods, minimizing disruption for consumers. In contrast, unexpected failures not only lead to downtime but also require technician callouts, further delaying refueling services.

While H2S PHM holds enormous promise, it does have limitations. It cannot predict sudden failures caused by human errors, and its accuracy depends on the availability of data. More data is needed to improve its performance.

The research, funded by the Department of Energy’s Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, represents a significant step forward in bolstering consumer confidence in hydrogen vehicles. As the world pushes toward cleaner transportation, innovations like predictive maintenance models ensure that refueling infrastructure keeps pace with the demands of a sustainable future. Hydrogen vehicles may soon become a more reliable and accessible choice for eco-conscious drivers.

Share. LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Email

Related Posts

Hydrogen

Primary Hydrogen Advances Natural Hydrogen Exploration in Atlantic Canada

09/07/2025
Legal Challenge Halts Brazil’s Coastal Hydrogen Project Over Environmental Violations

Legal Challenge Halts Brazil’s Coastal Hydrogen Project Over Environmental Violations

09/07/2025
hydrogen

Brazil Stakes Claim in Global Hydrogen Race with €1.3B Investment in Uberaba and Açu Projects

02/07/2025
Douglas Wicks

Doug Wicks on Why Energy Innovation Is Broken—and How to Fix It

01/07/2025
Hydrogen

Why Latin America is Crucial for the Global Green Hydrogen Revolution

01/07/2025
Energy Policy Hydrogen Clean

Senators’ “Big, Beautiful” Betrayal: How Clean Energy Lost Its Lifeline

30/06/2025
Hy24 Joins Hynamics UK to Back £300M Green Hydrogen Project at ExxonMobil's Fawley Complex

Hy24 Joins Hynamics UK to Back £300M Green Hydrogen Project at ExxonMobil’s Fawley Complex

09/07/2025
Hydrogen

Primary Hydrogen Advances Natural Hydrogen Exploration in Atlantic Canada

09/07/2025
Legal Challenge Halts Brazil’s Coastal Hydrogen Project Over Environmental Violations

Legal Challenge Halts Brazil’s Coastal Hydrogen Project Over Environmental Violations

09/07/2025
Hyundai Hydrogen

Hyundai Bets on Indian Hydrogen Ecosystem with New R&D Hub at IIT Madras

09/07/2025

Subscribe to Updates

Get the latest news from the hydrogen market subscribe to our newsletter.

LinkedIn X (Twitter) Facebook YouTube

News

  • Inteviews
  • Webinars
  • Hydrogen
  • Spotlight
  • Regional

Company

  • Advertising
  • Media Kits
  • Contact Info
  • GDPR Policy

Subscriptions

  • Subscribe
  • Newsletters
  • Sponsored News

Subscribe to Updates

Get the latest news from EnergyNewsBiz about hydrogen.

© 2025 EnergyNews.biz
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms
  • Accessibility

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.