Mathematical models for single repeating units, single cells, stacks and systems, at steady-state and dynamic conditions are fully defined and analyzed.

The book provides a comprehensive analysis of different approaches for modelling SOFC

Theory is complemented with examples and the related data used in the implementation

Researchers will find it as a starting point and a reference for defining their own models

Mathematical models for single repeating units, single cells, stacks and systems, at steady-state and dynamic conditions are fully defined and analyzed.

This book fills the need for a practical reference for all scientists and graduate students who are seeking to define a mathematical model for Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) simulation. Structured in two parts, part one presents the basic theory, and the general equations describing SOFC operation phenomena. Part two deals with the application of the theory to practical examples, where different SOFC geometries, configurations, and different phenomena are analyzed in detail.

Part 1. Modeling principles Basics of SOFC, by T. Malkow (European Commission, JRC Institute for Energy) Understanding before modeling: thermodynamics of fuel cells, by W. Winkler and P. Nehter (Hamburg Applied Science University) Mathematical models: a general overview, by S. Ubertini (University of Rome 'Tor Vergata'), R. Bove (European Commission, JRC Institute for Energy) Part 2. Single cell, stack and system models Part 2 introduction (R. Bove, S. Ubertini) CFD-based results for selected planar and micro-tubular single cell designs, by L. Andreassi, S. Ubertini (University of Rome 'Tor Vergata'), R. Bove (European Commission, JRC Institute for Energy), N.M. Sammes (University of Connecticut) From a single cell to a stack model, by Ismail B. Celik and Suryanarayana R. Pakalapati (West Virginia University Morgantown) IP-SOFC model, by S. Grosso, L. Repetto and P. Costamagna (University of Genoa) Tubular cells and stacks, by V. Verda, C. Ciano (Politecnico di Torino, Italy) Modeling of Combined SOFC and Turbine Power Systems, by E. Liese, J. VanOsdol, D. Tucker, R. Gemmen (DOE, National Energy Technology Laboratory), M. L. Ferrari (University of Genoa) Dynamic Modeling of Fuel Cells, by R. Gemmen (DOE, National Energy Technology Laboratory) Integrated numerical modeling of SOFCs (Mechanical proprieties and stress analyses), by H. Yakabe, Tokyo Gas

This book is intended to be a practical reference to all scientists and graduate students who are seeking to define a mathematical model for Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) simulation.

At present, there is a strong interest from both industry and academia in SOFC modeling, but the resources are currently limited to technical papers, which usually fail to provide basic understanding of the phenomena taking place in an SOFC, as well as to describe the different approaches needed for different requirements.

This situation is in contrast with the present demand in SOFC modeling, coming from scientists, students and young researchers.

This work has three main objectives:

Firstly, to provide the necessary theory behind SOFC operation.

Secondly, to analyze different approaches for SOFC modeling.

Thirdly, to present the reader with all the necessary tools for defining his/her own model, according to his/her specific needs.

The volume is structured in two parts. Part one presents the basic theory, and the general equations describing SOFC operation phenomena. Part two deals with the application of the theory to practical examples, where different SOFC geometries, configurations (from single cells to hybrid systems), operating conditions (steady-state and dynamic), and different phenomena (e.g. performance, temperature and chemical species, and mechanical stress distribution) are analyzed in detail.