System-Level Validation of Pem Electrolyser Balance of Plant: An Integrated Framework for Functional Performance
By: A. Backurs, L. Jansons, A. Laizans, A. Starikovs and V. Fiodarava
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/lpts-2026-0037 | Journal eISSN: 2255-8896 (formerly 0868-8257) | Journal ISSN: 0868-8257
Language: English
Page range: 65 - 87
Published online: Sep 21, 2026
Published in print: Oct 1, 2026
Published by: Institute of Physical Energetics
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