Affiliation:
1. School of Science, Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen 518055, China
Abstract
This review discusses the groundbreaking advancements in electric current-assisted sintering techniques, specifically Flash Sintering (FS) and Ultrafast High-Temperature Sintering (UHS), for their application in Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs). These innovative sintering methods have demonstrated remarkable potential in enhancing the efficiency and quality of SOFC manufacturing by significantly lowering sintering temperatures and durations, thereby mitigating energy consumption and cost. By providing a detailed overview of the mechanisms, process parameters, and material characteristics associated with FS and UHS, this paper sheds light on their pivotal role in the fabrication of SOFC components such as electrolytes, electrodes, multilayered materials, and interconnect coatings. The advantages, challenges, and prospective opportunities of these sintering technologies in propelling SOFC advancements are thoroughly assessed, underlining their transformative impact on the future of clean and efficient energy production technologies.
Funder
Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation
National Natural Science Foundation of China
Talent Re- 576 cruitment Project of Guangdong
Stable Supporting Fund of Shenzhen
Shccig-Qinling Program
program of Innova- 578 tion Team in Universities and Colleges in Guangdong
Development and Re- 579 form Commission of Shenzhen