Development of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells at Warsaw University of Technology

Abstract

This paper describes the fuel cell research and development activities at Warsaw University of Technology by reviewing in particular the progress made in the development of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells (MCFC). Porous nickel electrodes were prepared by loose powder sintering, slurry casting and tape casting techniques. These efforts are directed toward gaining a better understanding of and improving the components of molten carbonate fuel cells operating at temperatures near 650°C. Cell testing is performed to assess individual and collective component behavior. Nickel electrodes oxidized under in situ conditions were used as the cathode. The tape casting technique was used to make the matrix.