Manufacturing with laser weld jointing and ultrasonic measurement on hydrogen storage units (LUV), Stage 2

Hydrogen’s future as a viable energy source is limited by the current difficulty of storing and transporting efficiently and safely as it requires high-pressure tanks. The project helps solve this problem by introducing a new load-bearing isotropic lightweight structure, ILS and develop a novel resource-efficient welding method to enable production with ILS.

The project will also develop a non-destructive technique, based on ultrasound, for monitoring and verification of the welded joints. ILS high-strength steel has the potential to be implemented in various demanding environments and applications, due to its elasticity, scalability, and lightweight. The potential is considered high, and a possible world market is identified. The developed welding solution enables the manufacture of more complex structures with increased productivity, reduced energy and where access to adding additives is limited. The use of ILS for the storage and transport of hydrogen reduces the use of resources and will contribute to the development of a greener automotive industry.