Fuel cell test system SOFC

simulationfor automotive applications

The solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) is a promising solution for the energy transition towards a sustainable hydrogen economy. With its operating temperature of at least 650°C, the SOFC is considered a high-temperature fuel cell and, in conjunction with the utilisation of the available thermal energy, enables significantly higher overall efficiencies of > 80%. AVL can look back on over 20 years of experience in the field of engineering and testing, which flows into the design of our test solutions. We cover the entire development process, from the simulation of individual components to the testing of fuel cell systems and end applications. How has SOFC testing evolved? Over the past 20 years, we have gained a great deal of experience in SOFC development and have completed around 100 development projects. The requirements for practical verification, but also the available options for realisation, have constantly evolved and now help our customers to achieve their development goals. Solution Hardware and software solutions for SOFC test beds SOFC technology is currently still at the development stage, both in terms of design and the corresponding operating strategy.The main focus of test benches in the development environment is on design validation and proof of performance of the test specimen under specified conditions; in addition, operating strategies for start-up, operation and shutdown are developed, taking into account efficiency and minimising the potential for damage.Our hardware and software solutions in conjunction with established automation provide them with all the necessary framework conditions and the corresponding flexibility.