Modeling and Optimization of Renewable and Hybrid Fuel Cell Systems for Space Power and Propulsion

Abstract

The project proposed to carry out two studies aimed at modeling and optimizing hydrogen fuel cells systems: i) the optimization of fuel cell structure for maximum power density, and ii) regenerative fuel cell systems. We believe the two areas are of great relevance to AFOSR's mission. For that the project achieved: the optimization of SOFC and PEMFC internal structure and external shape under a volume constraint; an initial set of subcomponent models for regenerative, renewable fuel cell system (RFC); the integration of PEMFC into RFC systems were developed; power electronic component models, and energy storage models were developed and implemented; pilot synthesis of renewable fuel cell system computational model with initial parametric studies regarding performance and reliability trends were implemented through the construction of a self-sustainable cabinet based on fuel cell technology and solar energy.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 14, 2010
Accession Number
ADA563592

Entities

People

  • J. V. Vargas

Organizations

  • Universidade Federal do Paraná

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Alkaline Fuel Cells
  • Cells
  • Circuit Breakers
  • Converters
  • Electronic Components
  • Energy
  • Energy Storage
  • Fuel Cells
  • Hydrogen
  • Hydrogen Storage
  • Optimization
  • Regenerative Fuel Cells
  • Renewable Energy
  • Solar Energy
  • Solar Panels
  • Storage
  • Warehouses

Readers

  • Adaptive Control and Estimation with Uncertainty in Dynamic Systems.
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electrochemical Engineering/ Fuel Cell Technologies

Technology Areas

  • Biotechnology
  • Microelectronics
  • Space
  • Space - Hall-Effect Thruster