Problem of hydrogen storage and prospective uses of hydrides for hydrogen accumulation

Merits and demerits of existing methods of hydrogen storage are discussed. Special attention is given a metal hydride technology based on the ability of metals, intermetallic compounds, and alloys for reversible reaction with hydrogen. It is noted that the basic advantages of metal hydrides are a high volumetric hydrogen content, operational safety, technological flexibility, and low power inputs on hydrogen absorption and desorption.