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Total Authors: 3
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| Affiliation: | [1] IPEN CNEN, CCCH, Sao Paulo, SP - Brazil
[2] Univ Sao Paulo, Dept Mech Engn, RCGI, Sao Paulo, SP - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 2
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| Document type: | Journal article |
| Source: | FUEL CELLS; v. 17, n. 6, p. 809-815, DEC 2017. |
| Web of Science Citations: | 3 |
| Abstract | |
This paper presents the modeling, simulation and optimization of a single channel proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) using computational fluid dynamics methods. The shape optimization of the flow-channels was employed to improve the electrical performance of the fuel cell. The maximization of the current density was the objective function of the single-objective optimization problem, the upper and lower widths of the flow channels were the control variables and a cross-section area restriction was imposed. The optimized flow-channel PEMFC presented improved current generation characteristics, showing higher current and power densities and a more uniform current density distribution than the rectangular flow-channel. (AU) | |
| FAPESP's process: | 16/12397-0 - Flow field optimization of fuel cells by using numerical methods |
| Grantee: | Ivan Korkischko |
| Support Opportunities: | Scholarships in Brazil - Post-Doctoral |
| FAPESP's process: | 14/50279-4 - Brasil Research Centre for Gas Innovation |
| Grantee: | Julio Romano Meneghini |
| Support Opportunities: | Research Grants - Research Centers in Engineering Program |