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Fuel Cells and Hydrogen
MAE 493R/593V- Renewable Energy Devices
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/tech/fuelcell.gif
Outline
• Basics of electrochemistry
• Polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells
• Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs)
• Hydrogen production and storage
•Coal-fired plants and integrated gasifier fuel cell (IGFC) systems
1839 Sir William Grove discovers the principle of the fuel cell
1889 Mond and Langer uses air and coal gas reactants andphosphoric acid as electrolyte in a “stack”
1959 Francis Bacon demonstrates an alkaline 5kW system
1960’s NASA begins alkaline fuel cell utilization on space flights -Mercury through current shuttle missions
1970’s UTC 250kW phosphoric acid technology developed and employed
1990’s – Stationary and automotive PEM-based field service Present demos
History of Fuel Cells
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Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells
(PEMFCs)
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Fuel Cell
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/tech/fuelcell.gif
Fuel Cell is a device that converts chemical energy of fuel and oxygen into electricity. It usually consists of anode, electrolyte, cathode and interconnect.
Anode side: 2H2 →4H+ + 4e-
Cathode side:O2 + 4H+ + 4e- →2H2O
Net reaction:2H2 + O2 →2H2O
Image from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Fc_diagram_pem.gif
Operating temp: around 80 oC
Cathode ReactionO2 + 4H+ + 4e- 2H2O
Air
Anode
Cathode
e-
Membrane Electrode Assembly
Gas Diffusion Layer
Gas Diffusion Layer
H2
Bipolar plate
Bipolar plate
Load
H+
Anode Reaction2H2 4H+ + 4e-
NIST
PlatinumCatalyst
Carbonblack
Source: Ajay K. Prasad
Configuration of PEM fuel cell
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Polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cellsPEM fuel cell components:
Electrolyte: Nafion manufactured by DuPontFuel (H2) and oxidant (O2) are separated by the electrolyteOnly ions transports in the electrolyteNo electrons migrate in the electrolyte
Anode and cathode: Carbon supported Pt particles –as the electro-catalysts
Journal of Power Sources 130 (2004) 61–76
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Polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells
Source: Chris Yang
- Nafion@
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Fuel cell thermodynamics
Hydrogen
Energy = Electricity Energy = V·I·tOxygen ejected Heat
Water (byproduct)Fuel cell
The energy conversion of a fuel cell is described as:Chemical energy of fuel = Electrical energy + Heat energy
The fuel cell system can be considered as a control volume
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The first law of thermodynamics for a control volume:
Fuel cell thermodynamics
For a stationary control volume (i.e. the kinetic and potential energies are constant in time, then
Thus, the enthalpy is the difference between the heat and the work involved in a system
ΔH = Q - W
Fuel cell thermodynamics
The maximum possible efficiency for an ideal, reversible fuel cell is:
An alternative derivation involves using “Gibbs Free Energy”
consider a fuel cell as an ideal device (reversible), thus behaves as a perfect electrochemical apparatus (Gibbs):“If no changes take place in the cell except during the passage ofcurrent, and all changes which accompany the current can be reversed byreversing the current, the cell may be called a perfect electrochemicalapparatus.”For a reversible process, heat transferred was expressed as:
Q = T ΔS
HSTH
HQW
ΔΔ−Δ
=Δ
−=ΔΗ
= minmax 1η
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The enthalpy change of reaction (ΔH) captures the notion of energy changes for chemical reactions.
the change in Gibbs energy (ΔG) of reaction discounts the changeof entropy, retaining only the usable energy.
The two are related by the following equation:
ΔG = ΔH −TΔS
where T is the temperature in Kelvin and ΔS is the change in entropy.
Because absolute temperature is always positive and entropy increases with every reaction, the above equation tells us that the change in Gibbs energy is always less than the change in enthalpy, which is precisely what we would expect.
Fuel cell thermodynamics
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The maximum possible efficiency for an ideal, reversible fuel cell is:
Fuel cell thermodynamics
HG
ΔΔ
=maxη
For the reaction in the fuel cells:
83.08.2852.237
max ==ΔΔ
=HGη
Thus, the maximum possible efficiency for an ideal, reversible fuel cell is:
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Fuel cell thermodynamicsThe Nernst equation
ΔG = ΔG° + RT ln QΔG0 for a redox reaction that is reversible
ΔGo = −nFE0
where n is the number of moles of electrons transferred, and F is a constant, the Faraday.1 F = 96,485 C/mol = 96,485 J/V-molΔG = -237.2 kJ/molen=2
The maximum output voltage of an ideal fuel cell:
However, additional energy loosing mechanisms further reduce this voltage.
Activation Polarization: These losses are caused by the slowness of the reaction taking place on the surface of the electrodes. A proportionof the voltage generated is lost in driving the chemical reaction that transfers the electrons.
Ohmic Polarization : The voltage drop due to the resistance to the flow of electrons through the material of the electrodes. This loss varieslinearly with current density.
Concentration Polarization : Losses that result from the change in concentration of the reactants at the surface of the electrodes as the fuel is used.
Actual Efficiency of PEM fuel cells: ~ 0.5
Energy loss in the PEM fuel cells:
Therefore,
PEM Fuel Cells
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The actual output voltage:
Rayment and Sherwin, Introduction to Fuel Cell Technology
PEM Fuel Cells
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The actual output voltage:
Maximum output at the ideal, reversible case
Ohmic drop
Activation loss
Mass diffusion loss
Rayment and Sherwin, Introduction to Fuel Cell Technology
PEM Fuel Cells PEM fuel cell stack
PEM fuel cell stack
3kW, 48Vfuelcellstore.com
PEM fuel cell stack
A small stack of about 10 cells
NMSEA
NREL
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Comparison of two engines for vehicles
• Only <33% efficient at • best 80-90% efficient• Air emissions • Zero direct emissions• Peaky torque-rpm curve • Broad torque-rpm curve(needs a transmission) (does not need a transmission)• Power loss in idle • No idle• Irreversible energy conversion • Regenerative braking• Big and heavy • Small and light(250 hp in 600 lbs = 0.7 kW/kg) (75 kW in 13 kg = 5.8 kW/kg)• Noisy • Quiet
Internal-combustion engine Electric motor
why don’t we have electric motors in our automobiles today?We do not have an electric power supply source
From Benoit R Roisin
PEM fuel cell is the option for supply electric power in a vehicle
Fuel Cell VehiclesSeries Hybrid:•Small fuel cell, large battery bankBattery drives motor at all times•Fuel cell operates continuously and keeps battery charged•Fuel cell is not “load-following”
Parallel Hybrid:•Large fuel cell, small battery bank•Fuel cell drives motor at all times, it is “load-following”•Battery provides boost power as and when required
Ajay K. Prasad
Engine: 100 kW, 57 liters, 148 lbFuel economy: 74 mpgRange: 280 milesH2 Storage: 4.1 kg at 5000 psi Ajay K. Prasad
Fuel Cell Vehicles
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Vehicles Driven by Ideal EnginesThe Carnot heat engine is the most efficient of all heat engines operatingbetween the same high- and low-temperature reservoirs.
The maximum efficiency of Carnot heat engine
Therefore, a Carnot engine would have to have a high temperatureof 1753 K, with a corresponding low temperature of 298 K, to achieve an efficiency of 83%, which is comparable to the maximum efficiency of fuel cells.
Why Fuel Cells?
PEMFC combined with motor: 50%Combustion engine: 20‐28%
Vehicles driven by actual Engines
– Unburned hydrocarbons• Ozone formation
– CO (incomplete combustion)– NOx (both from fuel and air
combustion)– SOx (from sulfur in fuel)– Particulates
• Sulfate aerosols, carbonanceous
Comparison of two engines for vehicles
Internal-combustion engine PEM fuel cell
Water is the only emission and exhaust product
Environmental Impacts
Fuel cell/internal combustion engine hybrid vehicles
Hybrid increase the fuel economy and horsepower
ToshibaManhattan Scientifics Smart Fuel Cells Ballard Power Systems
Portable
Military applications
PEM fuel cell applications
PEM fuel cell applications
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Fuel CellsSummary of fuel cell value points:• Reduced weight
• Extended run times
• Reduced size
• Lower cost of ownership
• Greater efficiency
• Reduced emissions
• Low noise level
• Lower heat signatures
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PEM Fuel Cells
Advantages of PEM Fuel Cells:
• Higher Power density→ Fewer cells needed in stack
• No electrolyte corrosion or safety concerns
• Lower operating temperature, 50 ~120 oC→ In a car, it allows for instant start-up.
Challenges for PEMFC ApplicationsLack of H2 fuel infrastructure
H2 safety concern
Complex bulky H2 storage system (DOE requirement; 6.5 wt%)High-pressure containers (4 wt%)
High cost: NEED to obtain higher catalytic activity than the standard carbon-supported Pt particle catalysts
CO poisoning of Pt catalysts
Hot research fields:Hydrogen storage in carbon nanotubes 1-8 wt% reversible storageHydrogen storage by metal hydrides;LaNi5H6 (1.37 m%, 2 bar, 298k)6-7 Mg2NiH4 (3.59 m%, 1 bar, 555k) ZrV2H5.5 (3.01 m%, 10-8 bar, 323K)Low Pt catalyst loading
Pow er Density (W/kg)10 100 1000
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Fuel Cells
Lead-AcidBattery
NiCdBattery
Li-IonBattery
Li Battery
NiMHBattery
Highest energy density in all batteries
Fords Advanced Focus FCV fuel cell battery hybrid
High cost of fuel cells
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Innovators / Early Adopters
Backup & Standby
Remote Stationary Stationary Mass
Markets
Automotive
Peak Shaving
Residential CHP
Fuel cell cars are not ready yet
Fuel cell/battery hybrid systems for EV/HEV/PHEV
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Fuel Cells
Fuel Cell Types:• Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC)
• Molten Carbonate (MCFC)
• Phosphoric Acid (PAFC)
•Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC)
• Alkaline Fuel Cell (AFC)
Source: U.S. Fuel Cell Council
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Fuel Cells
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Solid Oxide Fuel Cells(SOFCs)
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Solid Oxide Fuel Cells
High efficiency: Theoretical efficiency reaches 70%. Currently 51% (Mitisubishi) and 54% (Kyocea) have reported as compared to 36 % for gas turbines.
Utilization of ejected heat: The high operating temperature makeit utilize the high-temp steam, which could be coupled to gas turbines system. The SOFC/gas turbine hybrid system can achieve an efficiency of 70%.
Fuel flexibility: directly reform hydrocarbon fuels at the anodeside.
No precious metal
Advantages of SOFCs:
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OHOH 222 22 →+
2224 22 COOHOCH +→+
2242 284 COOHCHeO +→+−−
OHHeO 222 2242 →+−−
−→+ 22 24 OeO
Operating Mechanism of SOFCCathode reaction
Anode reaction
Overall reaction
Source: cool fuel cells by NASA
Overall reaction
Anode reaction
−→+ 22 24 OeO
Cathode reaction
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Operating Mechanism of SOFC
YSZ: yttria-stablized zirconiaSOFC animation: http://people.bu.edu/pzink/sofc-1.html
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SOFC ConfigurationSOFC Configuration
Most popular
Anode-Supported SOFC
Micrograph of anode-supported thin electrolyte cell structure
On either side of the dense electrolyte is a fine-structured “functional layer” for the electrocatalytic promotion of the electrode reactions
electrolyte
cathode
Anode
SOFC Testing Rig SOFC Testing
SOFC Testing
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Key Elements in SOFCs
• Good ion conduction in the electrolyte
• Efficient electrocatalysts at the anode and the cathode
• High triple-phase interfacial contact
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SOFC Electrolyte Materials
Requirements of electrolyte• Stability in both reducing and oxidizing environments
• No chemical reaction with the electrodes
• High ionic conductivity and negligible electronic conductivity at operating temperature
• High mechanical strength
• Coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) that matches to the electrode materials
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Fluorite Structure of Electrolyte
Paul Bristowe
Fluorite Structure
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Phase Diagram of ZrO2
Fluorite Structure –Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ)
Pure ZrO2: monoclinic at room temperature, tetragonal above 1170 oC and cubic fluorite above 2370 oC.
8 at.% Y2O3 can stabilize the fluorite structure down to room temperature.
M. Yashima, et al, solid state ionic, 86/88 (1993), 1131
Ionic Conductivity of Doped ZrO2
Sc doped ZrO2 has the highest ionic conductivity because Sc3+ has similar ionic radius with Zr4+. But it has the problem of ageing
••++→ oxoZr VOYZrOOY 32)( '
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Conductivity of ZrO2-M2O3 at 1000 oCY. Arachi, et al, solid state ionic, 121 (1999),133
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Temperature Dependence of Electrical Conductivity for Oxide Ion Conductors
Ionic Conductivity of ElectrolyteDoped ZrO2 is widely used as SOFC electrolyte because of its stability in both reducing and oxidizing environments and compatibility with other components of fuel cell
Other oxides have disadvantages such as electronic conductivity, high cost, or difficulties in processing.
The electronic conductivity is negligible at the normal SOFC operating range of 0.21-10-20 atm
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Properties of Doped Zirconia
S.C. Singhal, K. Kendall, Book, “High Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells”
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Fluorite Structure of Electrolyte
The electronic conductivity is negligible at the normal SOFC operating range of 0.21-10-20 atm W. Weppner, J. Solid State Chem, 20 (1977), 305
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Fluorite Structure -- Doped Ceria
Concentration dependence of electrical conductivity for CeO2-Sm2O3
Total electrical conductivity of Ce0.8Sm0.2O1.9-δ
H. Yahiro, et al, J. Appl. Electrochem, 18 (1988),527
500 oC
900 oC
S.C. Singhal, K. Kendall, Book, “High Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells”
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Perovskite Phase
A cations
B cations
Oxygen anions
Formula: ABO3
A site: Ca2+, Sr2+, Ba2+, La3+, Pr3+, Nb3+
B site: Ga3+, Mg2+, Ti3+, V3+, Cr3+, Mn3+, Fe3+, Co3+,Ni3+, Ti4+, Mn4+
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Perovskite-Structured Electrolyte Lanthanum Gallate, LaGaO3
Effect of alkaline earth cation in La site of La0.9M0.1GaO3
Electrical conductivity of the LaGaO3-based oxide doped with transitional metal cations at Ga site
The highest ionic conductivity of doped LaGaO3 was found at composition of La0.8Sr0.2Ga0.85Mg0.15O3
T. Ishihara, et al, JACS, 116 (1994), 3801 S.C. Singhal, K. Kendall, Book, “High Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells”
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Conductivity: doped LaGaO3 > doped ceria >YSZ
Disadvantages
Weaker mechanical strength of LaGaO3 than YSZ
Electronic conductivity under low Po2 because of the partial reduction of Ce4+ ions
LaGaO3 can be a mixed proton/oxide ion conductor
Lanthanum Gallate Electrolyte
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Anode of SOFC
Requirements for anode
• High electrical conductivity• High catalytic activity for fuel oxidation• Close CTE match with the electrolyte• Stability in reducing environment at high temperature• Chemical compatibility with the other cell components• Corrosion resistance to the fuel and impurities
Fabrication of anode cermets
Nickel distributionOverall morphology Zirconia skeleton
Typical anode material: Ni + YSZ
Where YSZ stands for yttria-stabilized zirconia
S.C. Singhal, K. Kendall, Book, “High Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells”
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Anode Reaction & Materials
Triple Phase Boundary (TPB)
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YSZ
Ni
Anode reaction
OHHeO 222 2242 →+−−
2242 284 COOHCHeO +→+−−
Necessary conditions• Catalytic properties
• Ionic conductivity
• Electronic conductivity
• Porosity
Anode materialsPt, Au (peeling off problem)Ni (aggregation)Ni+YSZ, sensitive to S impurity
Anode Reaction & Materials
S.C. Singhal, K. Kendall, Book, “High Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells”
Anodes for Hydrocarbon Fuels
S.C. Singhal, K. Kendall, Book, “High Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells”
Anodes for Hydrocarbon Fuels
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Anodes for Hydrocarbon Fuels
Current-potential characteristics of copper cermets at 800 oC showing effect of hydrocarbon fuel and electrocatalysis by ceriaTriangle: CeriaCircle: Cu/YSZ
Anodes for Hydrocarbon Fuels
W. Thiefelder , et al, in Book “Solid Oxide Fuel Cells V”, eds. U. Stimming et al
Stability of ceria-catalyzed copper cement under different fuel conditions contrasts with rapid irreversible deactivation of nickel cement
Anodes for Hydrocarbon Fuels
W. Thiefelder , et al, in Book “Solid Oxide Fuel Cells V”, eds. U. Stimming et al
Cathode of SOFC
Requirements for cathode material
• High electrical conductivity
• High catalytic activity for oxygen reduction
• Close CTE match with electrolyte
• Stability in oxidizing environment at high temperature
• Chemical compatibility with other cell components
Cathode Materials
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123
13 OMnMnSrLaLaMnO xxxxxSrO ++
−++
−⎯⎯→⎯Typical cathode materials• Doped LaMnO3 Doped LaCoO3, LaFeO3 Doped SmCoO3
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Cathode Materials
Source: Georgia Tech
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Cathode Materials
Source: Georgia Tech
Cathode Materials
Source: Georgia Tech
Mechanism of Cathode ReactionMechanism of Cathode Reaction
LSM
YSZ
O2-
O2-
O2-
Air(O2)xOVeO 0
..2 224
0→++ −
)(,)(221
LSMsadsLSM OsO ⇔+
)(,)(, TPBsadsLSMsads OO ⇔
)()(..
)()(, 2 TPBTPBxoTPBTPBsads sOeVoO +⇔++
..)()(
..)()( TPB
xYSZoYSZTPB
xo VoOVoO +⇔+
)(,)(221
LSMsadsLSM OsO ⇔+
sOeVoO LSMxoLSMLSMsads +⇔++ )(
..)()(, 2
La0.9Sr0.1MnO3
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Cathode of SOFC
Interconnect for SOFC
interconnectcathodeelectrolyteanode
Requirements of Interconnect
• Stability in both oxidizing and reducing environments• Chemical compatibility with other cell components
• High electronic conductivity and negligible ionic conductivity
• High density/negligible gas leakage
• Close Coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) match to other cell elements
Ceramic InterconnectSo far, only LaCrO3 is found to satisfy the requirements at high temperature from 850-1000 C.
Thermal Expansion of Doped LaCrO3
Close CTE match with YSZCTE increase with increasing doping contentDifferent CTE in reducing and oxidizing environment, which causes warping of the material.
S.C. Singhal, K. Kendall, Book, “High Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells”
AdvantagesRelatively high electronic conductivityStability at high temperaturesClose CTE to that of YSZ electrolyteGood compatibility with cathode and anode
DisadvantagesDifferent CTE in oxidizing and reducing environmentsHigh material and fabrication costLow thermal conductivity
Ceramic Material - LaCrO3
Metallic Interconnect for Intermediate Temperature SOFC
Alloys which have a self-protection mechanism can satisfy the requirements. Only alloys containing Al, Si or Cr have this property.Al and Si---oxides have too low electrical conductivityOnly Cr-containing alloys can be used for this purpose.
Compared to ceramic materials, metals have the following advantages:
High thermal conductivity
High electronic conductivity
Ease to fabricate and machine---low cost
Ferritic steels are intensively studied because of its suitable CTE.
Problems of metallic interconnectOxidationPoisoning of cathode
Effect of different surface coating on the oxidation rate at 800 C
Comparison of ASR with different surface coating as a function of temperature
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(La,Sr)CrO3coating
AISI 446 HNA DIN ODS
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Cr
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Phase Formation on Alloy Surfaces will significantly reduce Cr evaporation
Coating on metallic interconnect
Two approaches are used to form a thin layer of oxide:
Alloy design
Coating
Synthesizing LaCrO3 Coatings
Step 1: Formation of Dense, Adherent Cr2O3TemplateHydrogen-Low Oxygen Partial Pressure Anneal
Step 2: Deposition of La2O3 Layer-Physical Vapor Deposition
Step 3: Reactive Formation of LaCrO3Post-Deposition Anneal in Air
FerriticSteel
Cr2O3
Cr2O3
LaCrO3La2O3
FerriticSteelFerriticSteel
2μmAfter interdiffusion
(1000°Cx1hr)
La-O Layer
Cr2O3 Layer
444 Stainless Substrate
LaCrO3 Layer
444 Stainless Substrate
Kirkendall Voids
As-sputtered
• A LaCrO3 layer was formed after annealing of the two layers and some Kirkendall voids were present at the initial interface of the two layers due to interdiffusion
Synthesizing LaCrO3 Coatings Dip Coating
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SOFC ConfigurationSOFC Configuration
TubularPlanar
Tubular configuration Planar configuration
http://www.msm.cam.ac.uk/doitpoms/tlplib/fuel-cells/high_temp_sofc.php
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Typical Component Material
Interconnect …….... Doped- LaCrO3 or Cr AlloysAir Flow
RepeatingUnit
Fuel Flow
Current FlowEnd Plate
Anode …….......... Ni-YSZ CermetElectrolyte …….. YSZ
Cathode ………... LaMnO3
Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Structure
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http://people.bu.edu/upal/SOFC_02.htm
SOFC for Stationary Power
UTC Fuel Cells: 5kW fuel cell power plants for backup power for telecommunications towers, power for small businesses, and residential use.
UTC Fuel Cells: (PureCell™ 200) 200kW of electricity and 900,000 BTUs of usable heat. This system provides power at locations including a New York City police station, a major postal facility in Alaska, a credit-card processing system facility in Nebraska, and a science center in Japan.
SOFC/Gas Turbine Hybrids
Source: Georgia Tech
SOFC/Gas Turbine Hybrids• Operational Basics
– Air stream to SOFC pressurized by compressor and preheated by heat exchanger
– High temperature SOFC exhaust expanded through turbine for powergeneration
– Combustion of unutilized fuel in exhaust can boost power produced by turbine
Generator
M
Stack
Fuel
Air
M
Compressor Turbine
CompressedAir
PressurizedPreheated Air
Fuel CellExhaust and
Unutilized Fuel
ExhaustGases
PressurizedCombustion
Products
ExpandedCombustion
Products
HeatExchangers
Startup/PostCombustor
Steam
Reformeror
Gasifier
Ano
de
Elec
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te
Cat
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PowerConditionerM
Source: Georgia Tech
SOFC/Gas Turbine Hybrids
Generator
M
Stack
Fuel
Air
M
Compressor Turbine
CompressedAir
PressurizedPreheated Air
Fuel CellExhaust and
Unutilized Fuel
ExhaustGases
PressurizedCombustion
Products
ExpandedCombustion
Products
HeatExchangers
Startup/PostCombustor
Steam
Reformeror
Gasifier
Ano
de
Elec
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yte
Cat
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PowerConditionerM
• Benefits– High efficiency (η > 60%)
• Common combined cycle plants η ~ 50% maximum– Lowered emissions for criteria pollutants– Depending on fuel carbon dioxide can be eliminated or at least sequestered
Source: Georgia Tech
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Solid Oxide Fuel CellsEfficiency of SOFCs for stationary power generation:
Source: Rodger McKain
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Solid Oxide Fuel CellsDisadvantage of high-temp SOFCs:
• Material costs are high, particularly for interconnect and construction materials. For high operating temperature SOFC (> 850 oC) the interconnect may be a ceramic such as lanthanum chromite. The interconnect represents a major proportion of the cost of the stack. Stack construction materials and balance of plant also need to be refractory enough.
• The use of chromium containing ceramics and alloys is the volatility of the material, leading to contamination of the stack components.
• High temperature cause the thermal instability of electrode/electrolyte interface.
• High temperature shorten the lifetime of SOFCs
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40,000 h of service for stationary fuel cell applications
5,000 h for transportation systems (fuel cell vehicles)
factory cost of $400/kW for a 10 kW coal-based system
overall degradation of 4.0% per 1,000 hs
DOE target of R&D:
Solid Oxide Fuel Cells
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SOFC market:
Global Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) Market to Reach $240.6 Million by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
Solid Oxide Fuel Cells
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ResourcesOne website that we recommend is:http://www.fuelcells.org/ced/education.html