Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs)

Dear Colleagues,

Solid oxide cells (SOCs), encompassing fuel cells (SOFCs), electrolyzers (SOECs), and reversible systems (rSOCs), are among the most promising technologies for high-efficiency electrochemical energy conversion, bridging energy generation, storage, and sustainability. This Special Issue of Batteries welcomes the submission of original research contributions—both experimental and theoretical—focused on the design, modeling, and optimization of SOCs across scales, from advanced materials to complete stacks, including proton-conducting and oxygen ion-conducting rSOCs. Particular emphasis will be placed on multidisciplinary approaches, including CFD-based multiphysics modeling, multiscale simulations, and innovative materials engineering to overcome challenges in performance, degradation, and thermal management. We welcome submissions that address advances in electrode and electrolyte materials, novel cell and stack architectures, system-level fluid and thermal control, and the integration of SOCs into hybrid or reversible energy systems. In line with the journal’s focus on electrochemical systems, modeling, diagnostics, and applications, this Special Issue aims to promote cutting-edge developments that will accelerate the deployment and integration of SOCs within battery-based and hybrid energy infrastructures.

Dr. Shidong Zhang
Dr. Ting Chen
Dr. Juan Zhou
Guest Editors

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