Abstract

How to obtain dense La0.8Sr0.2Ga0.8Mg0.2O3 (LSGM) electrolyte at low sintering temperature (<1300°C) is a challenge to improve solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) performance at intermediate operation temperature. In this study, a double-layer design method for vacuum cold spray (VCS) prepared-LSGM electrolyte assisted with two-step sintering at a low temperature was proposed. The sintering behavior of VCS deposited LSGM layers at 1200°C was investigated. The LSGM layers became denser in most regions except the appearance of some cracks. Subsequently, the effect of a second LSGM layer on the sintered top layer was studied to block cracks. Results showed that the co-sintered layer with a thickness of approximately 5μm presented a maximum open circuit voltage of ∼0.956V at 650°C and a maximum power density of 592mW/cm2 at 750°C. Result indicates that the sintering assisted VCS is a promising method to prepare the LSGM electrolyte applied in intermediate temperature SOFCs.

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