The module will provide the basics of modelling fuel cells, hydrogen production and related processes with the tools available to Chemical Engineers. The type of modelling varies with the level of detail and the various fuel conversion processes involved. Topics covered in the course are: • Introduction to modelling of fuel cell systems • Thermodynamics and electrochemistry basic principles • Transport phenomena • Electrochemical modelling • PEFC modelling • SOFCs modelling: multidimensional approach • SOFC stack and system modelling • Exercises • Seminar on biogas-fed SOFC-based systems • Introduction on control • Models for control • Dynamic responses • Feedback control, P-,PI-,PD- controllers • Linear control design for fuel cells • Control applied to Fuel cells (exercise)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Discuss the mathematical tools that are required to simulate the operation and performances of a fuel cell system, including an overview on the equations to model the fundamental physical phenomena occurring inside the active layers (electrodes and electrolyte) of the electrochemical cell.
Explain methodological approaches that are required to design and simulate the performance of fuel cell or electrolyser systems.
Understand the modes of operation of a fuel cell and the operating principle(s) of single components comprised in a fuel cell system.
Display knowledge on how to perform energy systems analysis of fuel cell systems with a focus on stationary applications.
Assessment
36868-01 : Coursework : Coursework (50%)
36868-02 : Class Test : Class Test (50%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
Assessment: 2,500-word Individual study report (50%) 1 marked class tests (50%)