Fuel Cell Engines 1st Edition by Matthew M Mench ISBN 0471689580 9780471689584

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ISBN 10: 0471689580 
ISBN 13: 9780471689584
Author: Matthew M Mench

With the field of fuel cells growing at a rapid pace, there is a powerful need for a single guide to the myriad disciplines related to the technology. Fuel Cell Engines provides a comprehensive and detailed introduction to the fundamental principles of fuel cell science so that a reader-whether professional or student-can gain a timeless understanding of the fundamentals that will remain relevant and useful even as the specific applications, materials, and designs change.

Fuel Cell Engines 1st Table of contents:

Part I: Fundamental Principles of Fuel Cell Engines

• Chapter 1: Introduction to Fuel Cell Technology

  • What are Fuel Cells? (Basic Concept and Operation)

  • Historical Overview of Fuel Cell Development

  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Fuel Cells

  • Fuel Cell Applications (Stationary, Portable, Transportation)

  • Fuel Cell Types Overview (PEMFC, SOFC, MCFC, etc.)

• Chapter 2: Electrochemistry and Thermodynamics of Fuel Cells

  • Basic Electrochemical Principles (Redox Reactions, Nernst Equation)

  • Thermodynamics of Fuel Cell Operation (Gibbs Free Energy, Efficiency)

  • Open Circuit Voltage and Theoretical Performance Limits

  • Reaction Kinetics and Overpotentials (Activation, Ohmic, Concentration)

• Chapter 3: Transport Phenomena in Fuel Cells

  • Mass Transport (Diffusion, Convection)

  • Heat Transport (Conduction, Convection, Radiation)

  • Charge Transport (Electron and Ion Conduction)

  • Water Management and Two-Phase Flow

Part II: Fuel Cell Types and Components

• Chapter 4: Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFCs)

  • Fundamentals of PEMFC Operation

  • PEMFC Components (Membrane Electrode Assembly – MEA, Bipolar Plates, Gas Diffusion Layers)

  • Materials for PEMFCs

  • Design Considerations and Performance Characteristics

• Chapter 5: Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs)

  • Fundamentals of SOFC Operation

  • SOFC Components (Electrolyte, Anode, Cathode)

  • Materials for SOFCs

  • Design and Stacking Configurations (Planar, Tubular)

  • High-Temperature Operation and Internal Reforming

• Chapter 6: Other Fuel Cell Types

  • Alkaline Fuel Cells (AFCs)

  • Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells (MCFCs)

  • Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cells (PAFCs)

  • Direct Methanol Fuel Cells (DMFCs)

  • Biological Fuel Cells and Emerging Technologies

• Chapter 7: Fuel Cell System Components

  • Fuel Processors (Reformers: Steam Methane, Autothermal, Partial Oxidation)

  • Fuel Storage Systems (Hydrogen, Hydrocarbons, Alcohols)

  • Air Management Systems (Compressors, Humidifiers)

  • Thermal Management Systems (Cooling, Heat Recovery)

  • Power Conditioning Units (Inverters, DC-DC Converters)

Part III: Fuel Cell Engine Design and Analysis

• Chapter 8: Fuel Cell Stack Design and Engineering

  • Stack Assembly and Sealing

  • Flow Field Design and Optimization

  • Current Collection and Manifolding

  • Manufacturing and Assembly Techniques

• Chapter 9: Fuel Cell System Modeling and Simulation

  • Thermodynamic and Electrochemical Models

  • Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer Models

  • System Level Modeling for Performance Prediction

  • Simulation Tools and Software

• Chapter 10: Performance Characterization and Testing

  • Experimental Setup and Test Stands

  • Polarization Curve Measurement

  • Impedance Spectroscopy

  • Durability and Lifetime Testing

  • Failure Analysis and Diagnostics

Part IV: Applications and Future Outlook

• Chapter 11: Fuel Cells for Transportation

  • Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs)

  • Hybrid Fuel Cell Systems

  • Buses, Forklifts, and Specialty Vehicles

  • Aerospace and Marine Applications

• Chapter 12: Stationary Power Generation

  • Distributed Generation and Microgrids

  • Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Systems

  • Large-Scale Power Plants

  • Backup Power Applications

• Chapter 13: Portable Power and Niche Applications

  • Consumer Electronics (Laptops, Mobile Devices)

  • Military and Remote Power

  • Battery Chargers and Auxiliary Power Units

• Chapter 14: Economic and Environmental Aspects of Fuel Cell Engines

  • Cost Analysis and Economic Viability

  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

  • Environmental Impact and Emissions

  • Policy, Regulation, and Market Development

• Chapter 15: Future Trends and Research Directions

  • Advanced Materials and Catalysts

  • Improved Durability and Cost Reduction

  • New Fuel Cell Concepts and Architectures

  • Hydrogen Economy and Infrastructure Development

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