High performance cathode for protonic ceramic fuel cells (2025-2028)
Abstract
This project aims to develop a novel cathode for protonic ceramic fuel cells operated at economically viable temperatures. The cathode expects to improve the density of active sites and resist degradation due to the cathode reaction environment. The key novelty is to modify the mixed conductive perovskite bulk with surface alkali metal melts that can transport ions and reactivate the surface. Expected outcomes include enhanced efficiency of power generation and new techniques to develop high-performance catalyst materials, which are essential for energy conversion and thermal catalysis. This will benefit Australia's environment and energy sector in managing carbon emissions and accelerate Australia's transition to a carbon-neutral economy.
