2. Type IV tank components
A Type IV hydrogen tank is designed with the components essential for safe, efficient hydrogen storage (figure 2 ). These tanks are mainly made from advanced polymer-matrix composite materials, reinforced with carbon fiber (CFRP) or glass fiber (GFRP), which offer mechanical strength while remaining lightweight. Inside the tank, an internal barrier, called a liner, is in place to prevent hydrogen diffusion through the tank wall. It is made of special polymers or multi-layer coatings.
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Standards and norms
- Gas cylinders – High-pressure cylinders for storing natural gas used as fuel in motor vehicles - ISO 11439 - 2013
- Standard for Fuel Systems in Fuel Cell and Other Hydrogen Vehicles - SAE J2579 - 2018
- Gaseous hydrogen — Land vehicle fuel containers - ISO 19881 - 2018
- Prescriptions uniformes relatives à la protection des véhicules à l'hydrogène, amendement 4 - Règlement ECE n° 134 - 2022
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Process for manufacturing a sealing bladder and reservoir, PCT/EP2007/055971, 2010
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