Modelling of PEM Fuel Cell Performance: Steady-State and Dynamic Experimental Validation
This paper reports on the modelling of a commercial 1.2 kW proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC), based on interrelated electrical and thermal models. The electrical model proposed is based on the integration of the thermodynamic and electrochemical phenomena taking place in the FC whilst the t...
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| description | This paper reports on the modelling of a commercial 1.2 kW proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC), based on interrelated electrical and thermal models. The electrical model proposed is based on the integration of the thermodynamic and electrochemical phenomena taking place in the FC whilst the thermal model is established from the FC thermal energy balance. The combination of both models makes it possible to predict the FC voltage, based on the current demanded and the ambient temperature. Furthermore, an experimental characterization is conducted and the parameters for the models associated with the FC electrical and thermal performance are obtained. The models are implemented in Matlab Simulink and validated in a number of operating environments, for steady-state and dynamic modes alike. In turn, the FC models are validated in an actual microgrid operating environment, through the series connection of 4 PEMFC. The simulations of the models precisely and accurately reproduce the FC electrical and thermal performance. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-27b90dec0c4d433fad43ffa04833a18d2022-12-22T02:18:00ZengMDPI AGEnergies1996-10732014-02-017267070010.3390/en7020670en7020670Modelling of PEM Fuel Cell Performance: Steady-State and Dynamic Experimental ValidationIdoia San Martín0Alfredo Ursúa1Pablo Sanchis2Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Public University of Navarre, Campus de Arrosadía, 31006 Pamplona, SpainDepartment of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Public University of Navarre, Campus de Arrosadía, 31006 Pamplona, SpainDepartment of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Public University of Navarre, Campus de Arrosadía, 31006 Pamplona, SpainThis paper reports on the modelling of a commercial 1.2 kW proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC), based on interrelated electrical and thermal models. The electrical model proposed is based on the integration of the thermodynamic and electrochemical phenomena taking place in the FC whilst the thermal model is established from the FC thermal energy balance. The combination of both models makes it possible to predict the FC voltage, based on the current demanded and the ambient temperature. Furthermore, an experimental characterization is conducted and the parameters for the models associated with the FC electrical and thermal performance are obtained. The models are implemented in Matlab Simulink and validated in a number of operating environments, for steady-state and dynamic modes alike. In turn, the FC models are validated in an actual microgrid operating environment, through the series connection of 4 PEMFC. The simulations of the models precisely and accurately reproduce the FC electrical and thermal performance.http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/7/2/670PEM fuel cellelectrical modelthermal modelsteady-state and dynamic performancemicrogrid |
| spellingShingle | Idoia San Martín Alfredo Ursúa Pablo Sanchis Modelling of PEM Fuel Cell Performance: Steady-State and Dynamic Experimental Validation Energies PEM fuel cell electrical model thermal model steady-state and dynamic performance microgrid |
| title | Modelling of PEM Fuel Cell Performance: Steady-State and Dynamic Experimental Validation |
| title_full | Modelling of PEM Fuel Cell Performance: Steady-State and Dynamic Experimental Validation |
| title_fullStr | Modelling of PEM Fuel Cell Performance: Steady-State and Dynamic Experimental Validation |
| title_full_unstemmed | Modelling of PEM Fuel Cell Performance: Steady-State and Dynamic Experimental Validation |
| title_short | Modelling of PEM Fuel Cell Performance: Steady-State and Dynamic Experimental Validation |
| title_sort | modelling of pem fuel cell performance steady state and dynamic experimental validation |
| topic | PEM fuel cell electrical model thermal model steady-state and dynamic performance microgrid |
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