This invention provides for an apparatus and a method for operation of a
cryogenic hydrogen storage system that contains a porous medium configured
to adsorb hydrogen. The hydrogen storage and supply system includes a
hydrogen source apparatus and a cryosorptive storage apparatus. Methods
and devices that allow for an energy efficient filling of the cryosorptive
apparatus from the hydrogen source apparatus are described. The
cryosorptive hydrogen storage apparatus is filled with cold, pressurized
hydrogen. During the course of filling, heat is generated in the
cryosorptive storage device by the process of hydrogen adsorption on to
the host medium. Methods and devices are provided for the removal the
generated heat and the warm hydrogen. Further provided are devices and
methods for the capture and recycle of escaped hydrogen within the
hydrogen source apparatus.
