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Wang, L., Xie, QY., Chen, J., Ma, TX., Guo, JY. and Li, H. (2024), Numerical analysis of the effect of hydrogen doping ratio on gas transmission in low-pressure pipeline network, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Vol. 73, pp. 868-884.
In the context of a global shift towards clean energy, the integration of hydrogen into existing natural gas pipeline networks is essential for facilitating the energy transition. Specifically, low-pressure natural gas pipeline networks are crucial for transporting gas efficiently and with minimal losses from the source to end-users in nearby cities. The physical properties of hydrogen differ significantly from those of natural gas, which implies that introducing hydrogen into the pipeline network will modify operational parameters and impact the safety and efficiency of gas transmission. Therefore, this study concentrates on the efficiency of transporting and scheduling hydrogen-blended natural gas through existing low-pressure direct pipelines. Utilizing the BWRS (Benedict-Webb-Rubin-Starling) equation of state, mathematical models were developed to calculate gas properties and to simulate both the steady and transient states of hydrogen-blended natural gas networks. These models were then validated with TGNET software. This study examines a low-pressure natural gas transmission and distribution network that transports gas directly from a production site in Sichuan to urban areas. It conducts simulations of hydrogen blending and analyzes the impact of various hydrogen blend ratios on the transport and scheduling responses of the network. Research suggests that maintaining the hydrogen blend below 30% ensures the safe operation of low-pressure gas pipelines and prevents the transmission pressure from exceeding 3 MPa. Additionally, under a fixed energy flow output, blending hydrogen intensifies the challenges associated with pressure drops and temperature increases due to high flows in small diameter pipes, and further complicates the management of interruptions resulting from faults. Therefore, it is recommended that the hydrogen blend ratio be maintained at no more than 30%, and that accident handling procedures be established in advance to control pressure variations following a shutdown.
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