| EPSRC Reference: |
GR/R29864/01 |
| Title: |
Forming Thin Ceramic Membranes For Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Electrolytes |
| Principal Investigator: |
Gilbert, Professor M |
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| Department: |
Materials |
| Organisation: |
Loughborough University |
| Scheme: |
Standard Research (Pre-FEC) |
| Starts: |
01 January 2002 |
Ends: |
31 December 2002 |
Value (£): |
54,589
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| EPSRC Research Topic Classifications: |
| Electrochemical Science & Eng. |
Fuel Cell Technologies |
| Materials Characterisation |
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Energy |
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The purpose of this one year feasibility study is to attempt to produce thin (<20 micrometre) self-supporting uniform zirconia membranes 0300 x 300mm) by biaxially stretching compression moulded sheets of zirconia-polymer formulations. The zirconia-polymer feedstock will be produced by two roll milling, and the resultant sheet compression moulded. The bi-axial stretching will be carried out using the unique bi-axial stretching equipment (BASE) designed and built with EPSRC support to produce thin polymeric film. There is considerable existing experience in optimising stretching conditions for different polymer types, and some particularly relevant industrially-supported trials concerned with filled polyethylene suggest that this project should have a good chance of success. The zirconia membranes produced by tHaxial stretching will be subjected to thertnolysis and sintering after which they will be mechanically tested. The materials, formulations and products formed at each stage of the processing will be characterised fully. If successful, it would be intended to apply for funds to develop this process further. The BASE equipment simulates the industrial tentering process for the production of oriented polymer films, so if successful, this programme could lead to a commercial process for the production of solid oxide electrolytes for use in fuel cells.
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http://www.lboro.ac.uk |