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Unlocking the potentials using humidifier-dehumidifier for proton exchange membrane fuel cell waste heat recovery

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  • Li, Jie
  • Li, Jianming
  • Xiao, Liusheng
  • Zhang, Houcheng

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This study addresses the dual challenges of waste heat dissipation and operational longevity degradation in proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) by proposing a novel hybrid system that integrates PEMFC with a humidifier-dehumidifier (HDH) unit. The primary objective is to enhance the energy efficiency and sustainability of PEMFC systems by leveraging waste heat for freshwater generation. A comprehensive mathematical model based on thermodynamic and electrochemical principles is developed to capture the system's inherent irreversible losses. The performance metrics, including power density, energy efficiency, and exergy efficiency, are evaluated through systematic computational simulations. The proposed PEMFC/HDH hybrid system achieves a maximum power density of 4.8292 W cm−2 and an energy efficiency of 17.30 %, showing a 1.48 % improvement over standalone PEMFC systems. Parametric studies reveal that optimizing operating pressure significantly enhances system performance, while factors such as increased PEM thickness and thermodynamic loss composite parameter hinder it. Local sensitivity analysis identifies PEM thickness as the most critical parameter affecting performance. This research pioneers the integration of PEMFC and HDH for cogeneration, offering a viable path for performance enhancement and efficient waste heat utilization. The findings contribute to the strategic design and operational regulation of PEMFC-based hybrid systems for sustainable energy solutions.

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  • Li, Jie & Li, Jianming & Xiao, Liusheng & Zhang, Houcheng, 2024. "Unlocking the potentials using humidifier-dehumidifier for proton exchange membrane fuel cell waste heat recovery," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 237(PA).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:237:y:2024:i:pa:s0960148124016392
    DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2024.121571
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