Experimental Evaluation of SOFC System Exposed to Marine Inclination Conditions
B.N. van Veldhuizen (TU Delft - Ship Design, Production and Operations)
Emanuele Zera (SolydEra S.p.A.)
L. van Biert (TU Delft - Ship Design, Production and Operations)
Stefano Modena (SolydEra S.p.A.)
P.V. Aravind (Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, TU Delft - Energy Technology)
K. Visser (TU Delft - Ship Design, Production and Operations)
J.J. Hopman (TU Delft - Ship Design, Production and Operations)
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Abstract
Marine actors are showing an increased interest in the application of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) for deep sea shipping, because of their high conversion efficiency, low pollutant emissions, and fuel flexibility. However, it is unknown how the operation of SOFC systems is affected by large inclinations and motions, which can be present in ships for instance by seawaves. The goal of this research is to evaluate the influence of static and dynamic inclinations on the operation and safety of SOFC systems. Ship motions are emulated using a one-axial oscillation platform up to 30 degrees of inclination. The SOFC system was successfully operated on the platform and demonstrated stable power production under a variety of test conditions without any noticeable safety hazards. The results of the experiments are used to propose design improvements for marine SOFC systems, ultimately contributing to reduce the emissions of the shipping industry.