Experimental Evaluation of SOFC System Exposed to Marine Inclination Conditions

Journal article (2023)

Authors

B.N. van Veldhuizen Ship Design, Production and Operations - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
Emanuele Zera SolydEra S.p.A.
L. van Biert Ship Design, Production and Operations - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
Stefano Modena SolydEra S.p.A.
P.V. Aravind Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, Energy Technology - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
K. Visser Ship Design, Production and Operations - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
J.J. Hopman Ship Design, Production and Operations - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
Research Group
Ship Design, Production and Operations (Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering) (TU Delft)
Copyright: © 2023 B.N. van Veldhuizen, Emanuele Zera, L. van Biert, Stefano Modena, P.V. Aravind, K. Visser, J.J. Hopman
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https://doi.org/10.1149/11106.0687ecst
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Published Date

2023

Language

English

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Faculty

Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering

Department

Marine and Transport Technology

Research Group

Ship Design, Production and Operations

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.