Analysis of materials for hydrogen storage and transportation

This review is devoted to modern methods of storing and transporting hydrogen in gaseous and liquid forms. The hydrogen storage and transportation system operates under unfavorable conditions: it experiences loads, high pressure, cryogenic temperatures, and exposure to hydrogen. Operation of equipment under conditions of simultaneous exposure to hydrogen and loads leads to stress cracking, which contributes to the initiation and development of cracks in hydrogen cylinders and valve elements. The article discusses the problems of the impact of hydrogen on structural materials during their storage and transportation. When choosing materials for equipment for storing and transporting hydrogen, an important aspect is to control the phenomenon of hydrogen embrittlement in order to ensure safe operation and longevity of the equipment.