Flat-tube solid oxide fuel cells (FT-SOFCs) are advantageous because of their easy sealing, low stack volume and low resistance to current collection. The performance of FT-SOFCs is determined by the electrochemical reaction, which is closely linked to the heat and mass transfer inside the cell....

Fuel cells convert the chemical energy present in fuel (e.g., hydrogen) into electrical energy with high efficiency, low pollution and low noise. Of the various types of fuel cells, the solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) was developed specifically for power plants and residual power systems. SOFCs are...