Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jane Banner, Ayesha Akter, Ruofan Wang, John Pietras, Soumitra Sulekar, Olga A. Marina, Srikanth Gopalan
Summary: The study reports the electrochemical performance and chemical stability of composite rare-earth nickelate-rare-earth doped ceria oxygen electrodes with high levels of rare-earth doping, including comparisons with other electrodes in SOFC and SOEC modes, demonstrating higher current density.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
C. M. Harrison, B. J. M. Sarruf, D. Klotz, P. R. Slater, R. Steinberger-Wilckens
Summary: This paper investigates the effect of sintering temperature on the performance of the Ruddlesden-Popper phase La2NiO4+delta as a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell cathode material. The study shows that increasing the sintering temperature leads to a significant improvement in electrode performance. It is also found that adding a noble metal contacting layer can dramatically enhance the performance of the LNO214 electrode. These findings have important implications for SOFC testing methodologies.
SOLID STATE IONICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sea-Fue Wang, Yung-Fu Hsu, Yi-Le Liao, Shih-Ting Huang, Piotr Jasinski
Summary: The perovskite NdSrCo2O5+delta (NSCO) shows high electrical conductivity and is used as the cathode material for Ce0.8Gd0.2O2-delta (GDC)-supported microtubular solid oxide fuel cells (MT-SOFCs). By varying design parameters, the MT-SOFC with an outer tube diameter of 1.86 mm, an electrolyte thickness of 180 um, and a 5NSCO-5GDC composite cathode exhibits the best performance, with high power density and mechanical integrity. The results demonstrate the high electrochemical activity of the NSCO-GDC composite and exceed existing MT-SOFCs in terms of power density.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Michal Mosialek, Malgorzata Zimowska, Dzmitry Kharytonau, Anna Komenda, Milosz Gorski, Marcel Krzan
Summary: This study aims to improve the performance of LSM cathodes in the low temperature range by adding YFC. The research found that the polarization resistance of the electrode increases with decreasing operating temperatures, and the LSM1 electrode has the lowest polarization resistance.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
A. P. Khandale, S. S. Bhoga
Summary: The dispersion of nanocrystalline Ce0.9Gd0.1O2-delta in superfine Sm1.5Sr0.5NiO4+delta is achieved using a modified precipitation technique, inhibiting grain growth and providing morphological stability. The concentration-dependent behaviors of ionic conductivity, surface exchange rate, and electrode polarization resistance are comprehended using a percolation model. Improvement in electrochemical performance is correlated to the nano crystallite size of Ce0.9Gd0.1O2-delta.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Andrei Klyndyuk, Dzmitry S. Kharytonau, Michal Mosialek, Ekaterina A. Chizhova, Anna Komenda, Robert P. Socha, Malgorzata Zimowska
Summary: Double-doped NdBa(Fe, Co, Cu) (2)O5+delta layered perovskites were prepared and examined in this study. The physicochemical analysis showed that these materials have good electrical conductivity and linear thermal expansion coefficient, making them suitable as cathode materials for solid-oxide fuel cells.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Andrei I. Klyndyuk, Michal Mosialek, Dmitry S. Kharitonov, Ekaterina A. Chizhova, Malgorzata Zimowska, Robert P. Socha, Anna Komenda
Summary: Single- and double-doped YBa(Fe,Co,Cu)(2)O5+delta layered perovskites were prepared by solid state reaction method. The substitution of Co by Fe or/and Cu significantly improved thermal expansion properties, and the synthesized materials showed promising performance as cathode materials at intermediate temperatures.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Gjorgji Nusev, Bertrand Morel, Julie Mougin, Dani Juricic, Pavle Boskoski
Summary: This study investigates the internal condition of a 6-cell solid oxide fuel cell stack during a 3600-hour test with short fuel starvation intervals, analyzing the relationship between condition changes, impedance spectra, and equivalent circuit model parameters. Features indicating reduced fuel supply are identified.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jiaming Yang, Junkai Wang, Lei Fu, Ke Wu, Zhengrong Liu, Kai Wu, Jun Zhou
Summary: The fiber-structured YCF-GDC composite oxide synthesized through modified electrospinning technique shows promising features as a highly active cathode for intermediate-temperature solid oxide fuel cells (IT-SOFCs) with relatively low resistance at 550 degrees C, offering potential for future applications.
Article
Electrochemistry
Caterina Sanna, Paola Costamagna, Peter Holtappels
Summary: Several core-shell nanofiber electrodes are prepared through electrospinning and tested for application as intermediate-temperature solid oxide fuel cell (IT-SOFC) cathodes. The materials investigated are La0.6Sr0.4MnO3 (LSM), La0.6Sr0.4Cu0.1Mn0.9O3-delta (LSCuM_1), and La0.6Sr0.4Cu0.2Mn0.8O3-delta (LSCuM_2) perovskites, used at the shell side of the nanofibers. Ce0.9Gd0.1O1.95 (GDC10) fluorite is used as the core material. The electrochemical characterization of the core-shell nanofiber electrodes is performed through electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The polarization resistance of the core-shell nanofiber electrodes is reported, and the most promising shell perovskite is identified through SEM characterization.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Amanda Ndubuisi, Venkataraman Thangadurai
Summary: This study investigates the effects of substituting Co with Fe on the crystal structure and electrochemical properties of the Perovskite-type mixed ionic and electronic conductors. The results show that partial substitution of Fe on the Co site improves the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) activity of the PSCF perovskites.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Na Li, Liping Sun, Qiang Li, Tian Xia, Lihua Huo, Hui Zhao
Summary: The spinel oxide CuBi2O4 (CBO) is prepared and characterized as a cathode material for intermediate temperature solid oxide fuel cells (IT-SOFCs). CBO shows better oxygen transport properties and lower polarization resistance values compared to traditional cathodes like LSM and LSCF. By forming a composite cathode with GDC, the polarization resistance of CBO can be further reduced, demonstrating its viability as a cathode material for IT-SOFC.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuan Gao, Xiqiang Huang, Zhe Wang, Mengke Yuan, Juntao Gao, Zhe Lv, Lingling Xu, Bo Wei
Summary: This study evaluates the electrochemical performance of SCT10 cathodes in the presence of Cr impurities. The results demonstrate that Cr impurities lead to significant performance degradation, especially in wet conditions. Morphological damages and the formation of SrCrO4 and Co3O4 secondary phases on the cathode surface contribute to the deterioration of oxygen reduction kinetics and cathode activity. The study highlights the importance of surface Sr segregation in Cr deposition and emphasizes the need for attention in practical applications in solid oxide fuel cells.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Meng Cui, Shengli Pang, Jie Xu, Chao Long, Lingfeng Ke, Gongmei Yang, Yifan Song, Ting Fang, Xiangqian Shen, Fa Zheng, Chonglin Chen
Summary: The study investigates the effect of interface structures on solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) performance. The use of functional ceramic catalysts enhances the oxygen reduction reaction and reduces the cathodic polarization resistance. The findings show that different interfacial energy barriers result in variable diffusion of oxygen anions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Aroosa Javed, Daniel Sikstrom, Venkataraman Thangadurai
Summary: Perovskite-type structure oxides with Nd1-xSrxCo0.8Fe0.2O3-delta (0 <= x <= 0.85) (NSCF) composition were synthesized to investigate the effect of Sr-doping on crystal structure and electrochemical performance. The NSCF compositions showed a transition from semiconducting to metallic behavior with increasing temperature. The electrochemical performance of NSCF electrodes with LSGM electrolyte was studied, and the composite electrode of Nd0.3Sr0.7Co0.8Fe0.2O3-delta - LSGM showed the best performance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Louise Sevin, Volatiana Razafindramanana, Aurelie Julian-Jankowiak, Jean-Francois Justin, Fabrice Mauvy, F. Rebillat
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Giulio Cordaro, Aurelien Flura, Alessandro Donazzi, Renato Pelosato, Fabrice Mauvy, Cinzia Cristiani, Giovanni Dotelli, Jean-Claude Grenier
SOLID STATE IONICS
(2020)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Giovanni Carollo, Alberto Garbujo, Fabrice Mauvy, Antonella Glisenti
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
R. Essalim, A. Ammar, M. Zamama, F. Mauvy
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Vaibhav Vibhu, Aurelien Flura, Aline Rougier, Clement Nicollet, Sebastien Fourcade, Teresa Hungria, Jean-Claude Grenier, Jean-Marc Bassat
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2020)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
L. Guesnet, J. M. Bassat, J. C. Grenier, T. Chartier, P-M Geffroy
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Khalifa Souiwa, Eric Lebraud, Marion Gayot, Francois Weill, Fabrice Mauvy, Maxim Avdeev, Radhouane Chtourou, Mourad Hidouri, Olivier Toulemonde
Summary: The study reports on the structural characteristics of a new synthesized copper/chromium phosphate crystal, and investigates the oxidation states of copper and chromium, as well as their effects on the crystal phase transition.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
M. Legree, V Charbonnier, S. Al Bacha, K. Asano, K. Sakaki, I Aubert, F. Mauvy, J-L Bobet
Summary: In this study, the hydrogen generation performance of LPSO compounds and LPSO + Mg alloys in simulated seawater solution was investigated. Results showed that LPSO compounds, especially the single phase LPSO Mg(87.6N)i(5.5)Y(6.9), exhibited improved H2 generation features compared to pure Mg. Alloys containing both Mg and LPSO benefited from galvanic coupling between the two phases, leading to higher reactivity and lower activation energies.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
E. Bonnet, J. C. Grenier, J. M. Bassat, A. Jacob, B. Delatouche, S. Bourdais
Summary: This study investigates the impact of high entropy on the anionic conductivity of oxides by designing and preparing multi-cation oxides with fluorite-type structures. The experimental results show that the ionic conductivity of the newly designed compositions is slightly improved compared to previous data, but still lower than expected.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Thomas Herisson de Beauvoir, Zakaria Ghomari, Geoffroy Chevallier, Andreas Flaureau, Alicia Weibel, Catherine Elissalde, Fabrice Mauvy, Rachman Chaim, Claude Estournes
Summary: Yttria stabilized zirconia ceramics prepared by Flash-SPS exhibit rapid densification and high hardness, providing new opportunities for the fabrication of porous lightweight ceramics with good mechanical properties.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Roberto Russo, Rajesh Murugesan, Arash Jamali, Jean-Noel Chotard, Gwenaelle Toussaint, Christine Frayret, Philippe Stevens, Matthieu Becuwe
Summary: This study proposes the design, synthesis, and electrochemical characterization of a set of insoluble molecular carbazole derivatives for electrochemical energy storage. Two strategies were implemented to prevent the dissolution of the active material in the organic carbonate-based liquid electrolyte solvent. The synthesized compounds exhibit reversible anion intercalation and improved cycling stability, making them suitable for application as metal-free positive electrodes in electrochemical energy storage systems.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Julien Sarmet, Fabrice Leroux, Christine Taviot-Gueho, Patrick Gerlach, Camille Douard, Thierry Brousse, Gwenaelle Toussaint, Philippe Stevens
Summary: By selecting two electroactive species immobilized in a layered double hydroxide (LDH) host, this study designed an innovative energy storage device with matched capacity. The electroactive species, riboflavin phosphate (RF) and ferrocene carboxylate (FCm), were interleaved into the LDH host structure to enhance stability. The hybrid LDH/FCm battery showed promising initial capacity, confirming the effectiveness of the LDH host approach.
Article
Electrochemistry
L. Guesnet, E. Bonnet, J. -m. Heintz, E. Chadourne, J. -c. Grenier, T. Chartier, P. -m. Geffroy, J. -m. Bassat
Summary: This study successfully sintered Pr6O11, a recently developed promising oxygen electrode for Solid Oxide Cells (SOCs). Dense pellets or thin films were used to accurately measure the ionic transport properties via the isotopic oxygen exchange method. Dilatometry experiments and sintering tests with different thermal cycles resulted in overcoming phase changes and achieving a sintered relative density of 95% for Pr6O11. The ionic transport properties of Pr6O11 were determined through Isotopic Exchange Depth Profiling (IEDP) measurements in the temperature range of 400 < T degrees C < 800.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
L. Guesnet, G. Aubert, S. Hubert, P. M. Geffroy, C. Aymonier, J. M. Bassat
Summary: This study presents an original method for shaping composite solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) anodes using nickel or copper as metal. It compares the traditional infiltration method with the supercritical infiltration method and explains how the latter can improve the electrochemical performance of the cells.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & FUELS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jia Song, De Ning, Bernard Boukamp, Jean-Marc Bassat, Henny J. M. Bouwmeester
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tianyu Chen, Zhibin Lu, Guangjin Zeng, Yongmin Xie, Jie Xiao, Zhifeng Xu
Summary: The study introduces a high-performance LSGM electrolyte-supported tubular DC-SOFC stack for portable applications, which shows great potential in developing into high-performing, efficient, and environmentally friendly portable power sources for distributed applications.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenbin Tong, Yili Chen, Shijie Gong, Shaokun Zhu, Jie Tian, Jiaqian Qin, Wenyong Chen, Shuanghong Chen
Summary: In this study, a three-dimensional porous NiO interface layer with enhanced anode dynamics is fabricated, forming a Schottky contact with the zinc substrate, allowing rapid and uniform zinc plating both inside and below the interface layer. The resulting NiO@Zn exhibits exceptional stability and high capacity retention.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yafeng Bai, Kaidi Li, Liying Wang, Yang Gao, Xuesong Li, Xijia Yang, Wei Lu
Summary: In this study, a flexible zinc ion supercapacitor with gel electrolytes, porous alpha-MnO2@reduced graphene oxide cathode, and activated carbon/carbon cloth anode was developed. The device exhibits excellent electrochemical performance and stability, even at low temperatures, with a high cycle retention rate after 5000 cycles.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Anmol Jnawali, Matt D. R. Kok, Francesco Iacoviello, Daniel J. L. Brett, Paul R. Shearing
Summary: This article presents the results of a systematic study on the electrochemical performance and mechanical changes in two types of commercial batteries with different anode chemistry. The study reveals that the swelling of anode layers in batteries with silicon-based components causes deformations in the jelly roll structure, but the presence of a small percentage of silicon does not significantly impact the cycling performance of the cells within the relevant state-of-health range for electric vehicles (EVs). The research suggests that there is room for improving the cell capacities by increasing the silicon loading in composite anodes to meet the increasing demands on EVs.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yohandys A. Zulueta, My Phuong Pham-Ho, Minh Tho Nguyen
Summary: Advanced atomistic simulations were used to study ion transport in the Na- and K-doped lithium disilicate Li2Si2O5. The results showed that Na and K doping significantly enhanced Li ion diffusion and conduction in the material.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zongying Han, Hui Dong, Yanru Yang, Hao Yu, Zhibin Yang
Summary: An efficient phase inversion-impregnation approach is developed to fabricate BaO-decorated Ni8 mol% YSZ anode-supported tubular solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) with anti-coking properties. BaO nanoislands are successfully introduced inside the Ni-YSZ anode, leading to higher peak power densities and improved stability in methane fuel. Density functional theory calculations suggest that the loading of BaO nanoislands facilitates carbon elimination by capturing and dissociating H2O molecules to generate OH.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Suresh Mamidi, Dan Na, Baeksang Yoon, Henu Sharma, Anil D. Pathak, Kisor Kumar Sahu, Dae Young Lee, Cheul-Ro Lee, Inseok Seo
Summary: Li-CO2 batteries, which utilize CO2 and have a high energy density, are hindered in practical applications due to slow kinetics and safety hazards. This study introduces a stable and highly conductive ceramic-based solid electrolyte and a metal-organic framework catalyst to improve the safety and performance of Li-CO2 batteries. The optimized Li-CO2 cell shows outstanding specific capacity and cycle life, and the post-cycling analysis reveals the degradation mechanism of the electrodes. First-principles calculations based on density functional theory are also performed to understand the interactions between the catalyst and the host electrode. This research demonstrates the potential of MOF cathode catalyst for stable operation in Li-CO2 batteries.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ganghua Xiang, Zhihuan Qiu, Huilong Fei, Zhigang Liu, Shuangfeng Yin, Yuen Wu
Summary: In this study, a CeFeOx-supported Pt single atoms and subnanometric clusters catalyst was developed, which exhibits enhanced catalytic activity and stability for the preferential oxidation of CO in H2-rich stream through synergistic effect.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dimitrios Chatzogiannakis, Marcus Fehse, Maria Angeles Cabanero, Natalia Romano, Ashley Black, Damien Saurel, M. Rosa Palacin, Montse Casas-Cabanas
Summary: By coupling electrochemical testing to operando synchrotron based X-ray absorption and powder diffraction experiments, blended positive electrodes consisting of LiMn2O4 spinel (LMO) and layered LiNi0.5Mn0.3Co0.2O2 (NMC) were studied to understand their redox mechanism. It was found that blending NMC with LMO can enhance energy density at high rates, with the blend containing 25% LMO showing the best performance. Testing with a special electrochemical setup revealed that the effective current load on each blend component can vary significantly from the nominal rate and also changes with SoC. Operando studies allowed monitoring of the oxidation state evolution and changes in crystal structure, in line with the expected behavior of individual components considering their electrochemical current loads.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chiara Cementon, Daniel Dewar, Thrinathreddy Ramireddy, Michael Brennan, Alexey M. Glushenkov
Summary: This Perspective discusses the specific power and power density of lithium-ion capacitors, highlighting the fact that their power characteristics are often underestimated. Through analysis, it is found that lithium-ion capacitors can usually achieve power densities superior to electrochemical supercapacitors, making them excellent alternatives to supercapacitors.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Weihao Wang, Hao Yu, Li Ma, Youquan Zhang, Yuejiao Chen, Libao Chen, Guichao Kuang, Liangjun Zhou, Weifeng Wei
Summary: This study achieved an improved electrolyte with excellent low-temperature and high-voltage performance by regulating the Li+ solvation structure and highly concentrating it. The electrolyte exhibited outstanding oxidation potential and high ionic conductivity under low temperature and high voltage conditions, providing a promising approach for the practical application of high-voltage LIBs.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Martin Bures, Dan Gotz, Jiri Charvat, Milos Svoboda, Jaromir Pocedic, Juraj Kosek, Alexandr Zubov, Petr Mazur
Summary: Vanadium redox flow battery is a promising energy storage solution with long-term durability, non-flammability, and high overall efficiency. Researchers have developed a mathematical model to simulate the charge-discharge cycling of the battery, and found that hydraulic connection of electrolyte tanks is the most effective strategy to reduce capacity losses, achieving a 69% reduction.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
M. Rodriguez-Gomez, J. Campo, A. Orera, F. de La Fuente, J. Valenciano, H. Fricke, D. S. Hussey, Y. Chen, D. Yu, K. An, A. Larrea
Summary: In this study, we analysed the operando performance of industrial lead cells using neutron diffraction experiments. The experiments revealed the evolution of different phases in the positive electrode, showed significant inhomogeneity of phase distribution inside the electrode, and estimated the energy efficiency of the cells.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiawei Liu, Chenpeng Wang, Yue Yao, Hao Ye, Yinglong Liu, Yingli Liu, Xiaoru Xu, Zhicong Chen, Huazheng Yang, Gang Wu, Libin Lei, Chao Wang, Bo Liang
Summary: The study focuses on utilizing double conductive Ni-pads as anode collectors in micro-tubular solid oxide fuel cells. The simulation results show excellent performance and stability of DCNPs, and also highlight the potential applications in various fields.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yang Wang, Kangjie Zhou, Lang Cui, Jiabing Mei, Shengnan Li, Le Li, Wei Fan, Longsheng Zhang, Tianxi Liu
Summary: This study presents a polyimide sandwiched separator (s-PIF) for improving the cycling stability of Li-metal batteries. The s-PIF separator exhibits superior mechanical property, electrolyte adsorption/retention and ion conductivity, and enables dendrite-free Li plating/stripping process.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2024)