Last update: Paidar Martin doc. Ing. Ph.D. (01.11.2022)
The course on high temperature fuel cells focuses on the two main types – SOFC and MCFC. In each case the materials used make the cells are discussed in terms of their chemical properties, their function and performance. The thermodynamics and electrochemistry of the single cell and stacks are then described with examples of iV-performance characterisation, degradation phenomena and electrical efficiency. In the case of SOFC the reverse operation as SOEC is also discussed as this technology is emerging as a major source of hydrogen production. In SOEC mode particular attention is given to operation under thermo-neutral conditions – a feature that set this technology apart from conversional low temperature electrolytic cells.
Aim of the course
Last update: Paidar Martin doc. Ing. Ph.D. (01.11.2022)
By the end of the module students should be able to
Present and criticise the potential, benefits, boundary conditions, and prospects of employing HT-FC technology today and in future markets;
Describe the theoretical basis of HT-FC with respect to the electrochemistry and thermodynamics and be able to apply this knowledge to moderately complex problems;
Be able to choose appropriate technology when faced with a moderately complex engineering design task;
Select appropriate materials for HT-FC designs and define crucial properties;
Communicate information, concepts, problems and solutions to specialists and non-specialists
Literature
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Larminie/Dicks: Fuel Cells Systems Explained, 2000 (Wiley, 2000, ISBN 0-471-49026-1)
Sharifzadeh, Mahdi. Design and Operation of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells : The Systems Engineering Vision for Industrial Application, Elsevier Science & Technology, 2019. ProQuest Ebook Central, https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/techlib-ebooks/detail.action?docID=5971516.
Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry.John Wiley and Sons, Inc. Online ISBN: 9783527306732
Syllabus
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1. HT FC Thermodynamics
2. Cell and stack design
3. Electrode polarisation
4. Fuels and fuel processing
5. Introduction in SOFC
6. Zirconia powders and their electrolytes
7. Anode materials
9. Cathode materials
10. Interconnects
11. Impedance Spectroscopy
12. Electrodes polarizations
13. SOFC testing
Course completion requirements
Last update: Paidar Martin doc. Ing. Ph.D. (01.11.2022)
Completing a course is an oral exam. The requirement for an oral exam is a graduation project defence.
