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Exploring the Potential of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells for CO <sub>2</sub> Capture and Concentration: A Feasibility Analysis in the Steel Industry Open
This work investigates the use of molten carbonate fuel cells (MCFC) to capture and concentrate CO2 emissions in the steel industry using real industrial data from Duferco Engineering S.p.A. Three main simulations were conducted to evaluat…
Reversible molten carbonate cells: Testing and preliminary formulation of a kinetic model Open
Reversible molten carbonate cell technology allows for dual operation depending on the applied polarization, alternating between Gas to Power mode as a fuel cell and Power to Gas mode as an electrolysis cell. While the first has already be…
Mathematical modeling of an electrified methane steam reforming unit for maritime sector decarbonization via MCFC Open
To address the global climate crisis, international initiatives such as the Conferences of Parties (COP) have promoted reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Among the sectors with the greatest impact on achieving carbon neutrality, the mariti…
Performance modelling of intermediate temperature solid oxide cells applied as electrochemical air separation unit Open
Oxygen production is a highly energy-consuming process, above all at the required purity increase. The state-ofthe-art application consists of cryogenic distillation widely used for a high production scale, while the adsorption and polymer…
Steam and polarization effects on Ni-YSZ electrode due to degradation under electrolysis and fuel cell operation Open
Degradation issues correlated to microstructural changes are the main obstacles to solid oxide fuel cell and electrolyser applications, making their identification and understanding fundamental steps. Coupling experimental activities with …
A kinetic study on oxygen redox reaction of a double-perovskite reversible oxygen electrode—Part I: Experimental analysis Open
The carbon-free energy transition requires the spread of advanced technologies based on high-performing materials. In this framework and particularly referring to electrochemical energy converting systems, double perovskites are arousing m…
A kinetic study on oxygen redox reaction of a double-perovskite reversible oxygen electrode— Part II: Modelling analysis Open
Mixed ionic and electronic conductor double perovskites are very promising oxygen electrode materials for solid oxide cell technology. However, understanding their specific kinetic mechanism is a fundamental preliminary step towards detect…
A Review of On-Board Carbon Capture and Storage Techniques: Solutions to the 2030 IMO Regulations Open
The maritime sector is among the most polluting industrial sectors in the world. To oppose this and following the global trend towards carbon neutrality, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) introduced the objective to reduce the …
Multiscale analysis of Ni-YSZ and Ni-CGO anode based SOFC degradation: From local microstructural variation to cell electrochemical performance Open
Nickel based fuel electrodes are widely used for commercial solid oxide fuel cells showing a high catalytic ac-tivity, despite of involving severe microstructural changes which reduce the system lifetime. Needing a detailed knowledge of su…
Multiscale modelling potentialities for solid oxide fuel cell performance and degradation analysis Open
Based on a multiscale approach, the in-home built Fortran code SIMFC allows for high-temperature fuel cell simulation from material intrinsic properties to system overall operation.
Case Report: Two cases of apparent discordance between non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) and amniocentesis resulting in feto-placental mosaicism of trisomy 21. Issues in diagnosis, investigation and counselling Open
The sequencing of cell-free fetal DNA in the maternal plasma through non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) is an accurate genetic screening test to detect the most common fetal aneuploidies during pregnancy. The extensive use of NIPT, as a …
Test and Modelling of Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Durability: A Focus on Interconnect Role on Global Degradation Open
High-temperature fuel cells are a promising technology due to their high energy efficiency and low environmental impacts compared to conventional engines. Nevertheless, they have a limited lifetime which reduces the use to a few applicatio…
Degradation of Ni-YSZ and Ni-GDC fuel cells after 1000 h operation: Analysis of different overpotential contributions according to electrochemical and microstructural characterization Open
Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) technologies are emerging as potential power generation units with limited environmental impacts. However, the main challenges towards large scale commercial applications are high costs and low lifetime compare…
High temperature fuel cells to reduce CO<sub>2</sub>emission in the maritime sector Open
Recently the interest in the sustainability of the maritime sector has increased exponentially. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) set as objective the reduction of CO 2 emissions by 2030 by a margin of 40% compared to 2008. Rec…
Addressing planar solid oxide cell degradation mechanisms: A critical review of selected components Open
In this review paper, a critical assessment of the main degradation processes in three key components of solid oxide fuel cells and electrolysers (negative and positive electrodes and the interconnect) is undertaken, attempting prioritizat…
Electrochemical Characterization and Modelling of Anode and Electrolyte Supported Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Open
Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) have emerged as an attractive alternative for efficient cogeneration of electricity and heat with reduced emissions during operation. High working temperatures result in optimized kinetics and higher efficien…
Experimental and Modeling Investigation of CO3=/OH– Equilibrium Effects on Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell Performance in Carbon Capture Applications Open
Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells (MCFCs) are used today commercially for power production. More recently they have also been considered for carbon capture from industrial and power generation CO 2 sources. In this newer application context, our…
Operating Principles, Performance and Technology Readiness Level of Reversible Solid Oxide Cells Open
The continuous increase of energy demand with the subsequent huge fossil fuel consumption is provoking dramatic environmental consequences. The main challenge of this century is to develop and promote alternative, more eco-friendly energy …
An Integrated Approach to Convert Lignocellulosic and Wool Residues into Balanced Fertilisers Open
Valorising biomass waste and producing renewable energy or materials is the aim of several conversion technologies. In this work, we consider two residues from different production chains: lignocellulosic residues from agriculture and wool…
Marine Pollution Mitigation by Waste Oils Recycling Onboard Ships: Technical Feasibility and Need for New Policy and Regulations Open
About 80% of the total pollution from ships is caused by operational oil discharges into the sea, often made deliberately and in violation of international rules; the main reasons can be due to cost savings or lack of adequate facilities i…
Multiscale Modeling for Reversible Solid Oxide Cell Operation Open
Solid Oxide Cells (SOCs) can work efficiently in reversible operation, allowing the energy storage as hydrogen in power to gas application and providing requested electricity in gas to power application. They can easily switch from fuel ce…
Experimental Study on the Solids Residence Time Distribution in Multiple Square-Based Spouted Beds Open
The present work aims at investigating the residence time distribution (RTD) of a multiple spouted bed reactor, which will be applied for the pyrolysis and gasification of residual biomass. The unit is composed of square-based spouted beds…
2D Simulation for CH4 Internal Reforming-SOFCs: An Approach to Study Performance Degradation and Optimization Open
Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) are a well-developed technology, mainly used for combined heat and power production. High operating temperatures and anodic Ni-based materials allow for direct reforming reactions of CH4 and other light hydro…
Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Performance Analysis through Local Modelling Open
Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC) are an emerging technology among different fuel cell types since they are successfully used in stationary cogeneration units to produce heat and electricity. Different scale applications are proposed as altern…
Production, Characterization, and Evaluation of Pellets from Rice Harvest Residues Open
Pellets from residues from rice harvest (i.e., straw and husk) were produced and their main properties were evaluated. Firstly, rice straw pellets were produced at lab scale at varying operational conditions (i.e., load compression and wt …