Abstract
Tortuosity factor τ of the solid phase is an important parameter for the accurate prediction of SOFC electrode conductivity. This work investigates the effect of computational domain on τ. The results show that a computational domain with cross section area of 15d∗15d (d: particle diameter) is necessary for the calculation of τ when 15% deviation is allowed. The result also validates that the anisotropic property of τ shown in the previous literatures is caused by the insufficient sample size. This study builds a framework for the further study of τ.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 665-669 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | International Journal of Hydrogen Energy |
Volume | 40 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2015 |
Keywords
- Anisotropic property
- Computational domain
- Tortuosity factor
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
- Fuel Technology
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Energy Engineering and Power Technology