Analysis of the hydridation dynamics of metals by gaseous impedance spectroscopy. Application to electrolytic hydrogen storage

In this work, the hydridation dynamics in presence of impurities is analyzed by pneumato-chemical impedance spectroscopy. The measurements are carried out with a Sieverts volumetric frame. The obtention conditions of the experimental impedances are discussed in relation with the thermodynamic states of the metal-H studied systems. A software of specific modelling has been developed: with this software, it is possible to calculate the experimental impedances and, from model equations, to accede to the microscopic kinetic parameters bound to the hydridation reactions. The results obtained on different materials, in presence of oxygen, are presented and analyzed. (O.M.)