Production and use of HHO gas in IC engines

HHO gas, which is obtained by the electrolysis of water, is a promising alternative fuel. This paper presents a review of important features and techniques used for producing HHO gas. Various aspects of the thermodynamics and chemical kinetics of electrolysis reactions are discussed. Design and operating parameters for improving the gas production rate are identified. Widely different hypotheses regarding the structure and composition of HHO gas are compared in depth. The state of the art on the use of HHO gas in Internal Combustion (IC) engines is presented in the latter part of the paper. It is seen that the introduction of HHO gas increases engine torque, power and thermal efficiency, while simultaneously reducing the formation of NOR, CO, HC and CO2. The major challenges in using HHO gas in engines are identified as system complexity, safety, cost and efficiency of electrolysis. (C) 2018 Hydrogen Energy Publications LLC. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.