Abstract:
The present disclosure is directed to an integrated SOFC stack including, a first cell having a cathode layer, an electrolyte layer overlying the cathode layer, and an anode layer overlying the electrolyte layer. The SOFC stack also includes a second cell having a cathode layer, an electrolyte layer overlying the cathode layer, and an anode overlying the electrolyte layer. The SOFC stack further includes a ceramic interconnect layer between the first cell and the second cell, the ceramic interconnect layer having a first high temperature bonding region along the interfacial region between the first cell and the ceramic interconnect layer. The ceramic interconnect layer also includes a second high temperature bonding region along the interfacial region between the second cell and the ceramic interconnect layer.
Abstract:
New methods are provided or manufacture ceramic resistive igniter elements that include sintering of the elements in the absence of substantially elevated pressures. Ceramic igniters also are provided that are obtainable from fabrication methods of the invention.
Abstract:
Robust ceramic igniters include an improved sealing system which can significantly enhance operational life of the igniter. Preferred igniters comprise a conductive cold zone (14a, 14b) and hot zone (12) with higher resisitivity. A hermetic sealant material (100) covers one or more electrical connections on each cold zone thereby avoiding igniter failure resulting from electrical shorts and/or undesired oxidation.