Scale up of a multi-functional solid oxide fuel cell to multi-tens of kilowatt levels ('MF-SOFC')

Objective

Objectives and problems to be solved:
This project aims to develop a MF-SOFC stack with a nominal rating of ~20 kWe, which will be suitable for retrofitting with internal reforming modules aggregating ~50 kWe. Design and manufacturing specifications will be produced, including procedures of building and operating a sub-megawatt system. The universal MF-SOFC module, which is the building block of the system, requires scale up in rating and performance in line with commercial targets of durability, reliability and cost. A detailed understanding of the factors effecting degradation in performance over time is required, and is as such a major focus of development within the programme. Description of work: There are six main work packages within the project:
WP1 Design and build of a MF-SOFC stack and system;
WP2
-A product definition;
-A draft manufacturing specification for module supports;
-A draft manufacturing specification for modules with improved reliability and durability;
-Preliminary design of 10-20kW stack.

Programme(s)

• FP5-EESD - Programme for research, technological development and demonstration on "Energy, environment and sustainable development, 1998-2002"

Topic(s)

• 1.1.4.-5. - Key action Cleaner Energy Systems, including Renewable Energies

Funding Scheme

CSC - Cost-sharing contracts

Coordinator

ROLLS ROYCE PLC

Address

Sina 28
DE24 8BJ Derby
United Kingdom

Participants (4)

ADVANCED CERAMICS LIMITED

United Kingdom

Address

Castle Works, Castle Street
ST16 2ET Stafford

GAZ DE FRANCE

France

Address

Avenue Du Président Wilson 361
93211 La Plaine Saint-denis

IMPERIAL COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND MEDICINE

United Kingdom

Address

South Kensington Campus
London

RISOE NATIONAL LABORATORY

Denmark

Address

Frederiksborgvej 399
Roskilde