Abstract: A container (10) for receiving contaminated clothing from an industrial environment such as a radiation work area is provided. The container (10) provides for a telescopic handle (30) and a spaced frame (20) extending around the container (10) which workers can grasp to maintain balance while changing into and out of protective clothing. The container (10) is preferably made of a metal which provides sufficient stability and rigidity for workers to brace themselves. The container (10) has a fittable lid (14) which provides for a telescopic handle (30) which can be used to pivot the lid (14) as well as providing a handheld support for workers.

Abstract: A process of using an electrochemical cell to generate aluminum hydride (AlH3) is provided. The electrolytic cell uses a polar solvent to solubilize NaAlH4. The resulting electrochemical process results in the formation of AlH3. The AlH3 can be recovered and used as a source of hydrogen for the automotive industry. The resulting spent aluminum can be regenerated into NaAlH4 as part of a closed loop process of AlH3 generation.

Abstract: A sampling device for collecting depth-specific samples in silt, sludge and granular media has three chambers separated by a pair of iris valves. Rotation of the middle chamber closes the valves and isolates a sample in a middle chamber.

Abstract: An external gelation process is described which produces granules of metal hydride particles contained within a sol-gel matrix. The resulting granules are dimensionally stable and are useful for applications such as hydrogen separation and hydrogen purification. An additional coating technique for strengthening the granules is also provided.

Abstract: A hydrogen storage material and process of forming the material is provided in which complex hydrides are combined under conditions of elevated temperatures and/or elevated temperature and pressure with a titanium metal such as titanium butoxide. The resulting fused product exhibits hydrogen desorption kinetics having a first hydrogen release point which occurs at normal atmospheres and at a temperature between 50° C. and 90° C.