Perspective—The Role of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells in Our Carbon-Neutral Future
Author(s) -
David Tew,
Rosemary A. Cox-Galhotra,
Vivien Lecoustre,
Maxim Lyubovsky,
Grigorii L. Soloveichik
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
journal of the electrochemical society
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.258
H-Index - 271
eISSN - 1945-7111
pISSN - 0013-4651
DOI - 10.1149/1945-7111/ac4ea3
Subject(s) - flexibility (engineering) , solid oxide fuel cell , fuel cells , oxide , key (lock) , carbon fibers , perspective (graphical) , process engineering , value (mathematics) , environmental economics , nanotechnology , computer science , environmental science , biochemical engineering , materials science , engineering , chemistry , economics , chemical engineering , computer security , management , electrode , algorithm , artificial intelligence , machine learning , composite number , anode , metallurgy
Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) offer the potential for compelling value propositions in stationary and transportation applications through their high efficiency and fuel flexibility—two critical characteristics that will allow them to facilitate our transition to a carbon neutral economy. This paper describes the overall integration synergies that can be realized in hybrid systems comprised of an SOFC and an engine bottom-cycle. The development to date is reviewed, and application-specific value propositions are explored. Finally, the environmental impact of hybrid systems are discussed, and key challenges to overcome are examined for this highly efficient conversion technology to achieve commercial success.
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