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Catalysts and Processes in Solid Oxide Fuel Cells

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Advances in Medium and High Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Technology

Part of the book series: CISM International Centre for Mechanical Sciences ((CISM,volume 574))

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This chapter describes the requirements necessary for the development of suitable solid oxide fuel cell electrodes. The materials and the chemical and electrochemical processes involved in the anode compartment are then specifically considered. Particular emphasis is given to the advances that have been achieved and the necessary improvements that are still needed in order to operate at intermediate temperature with renewable resources or light hydrocarbons. Moreover, the relationship between catalysis and electrocatalysis and the issues correlated with an integrated or direct oxidation will be introduced.

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