1
Return

Coupled Electrochemical–Mechanical Degradation Mechanisms of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells under Redox Conditions

delete2025-11-26
delete0
PRE
AI
J
Jiaqi Yang
Q
Qin Zhang *
B
Bo An
王柯 (Ke Wang)
D
Dongxing Song
H
Huijuan Su
S
S.T. Tu
DOI:10.1021/acssuschemeng.5c09182delete
deleteOriginal
deleteOriginal request for help
deleteShare
deleteSave
Abstract

Abstract

En 中文
The instability of anode-supported solid oxide fuel cells (ASOFCs) during high-temperature reduction–oxidation (RedOx) cycling is a critical factor limiting long-term operation. In this study, the evolution of electrochemical and mechanical properties of ASOFCs under RedOx cycling was examined by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, small-punch testing, and nanoindentation. Microstructural analysis was further employed to elucidate the degradation mechanisms. Results showed that the peak power density decreased by nearly 70% after five cycles. Quantification of degradation contributions indicated that ohmic resistance accounted for 70% of total performance loss, followed by hindered H2 transport in the anode. Mechanically, flexural strength declined by nearly half, with the largest reduction during early cycles, while the elastic modulus and hardness decreased by 25.6% and 50.69%, respectively. SEM and EDS revealed that Ni particle migration and agglomeration led to a nearly 4-fold increase in large particle-sized Ni clusters. Based on the driving role of Ni particle degradation in coupled electrochemical–mechanical processes, a theoretical model was developed to describe performance evolution. This work provides theoretical and experimental insights for extending ASOFC service life and improving engineering applicability.

Journal

ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering cover
ACS Sustainable Chemistry and Engineering
IF:
7.3
Papers:
1.7W
Citations:
10.7W

Organization

U
University of Northampton
Scholars:
615
Papers: 603
Citations: 0
Z
Zhengzhou University
Scholars:
6.8W
Papers: 4.4W
Citations: 8.5W
Cited Papers

Cited Papers

Citing Papers

Citing Papers