Evaluation of PEMFC performance and Multi-field Synergistic Analysis Considering Granitized Diffusion Layer Structure

Junhong HAO; Tengyu MA; Jinglong ZHOU; Jiahan ZHOU; Xuefeng WU; Chao ZHANG; Xiaoze DU

doi:10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.232681

English Version Reader LoginJournal Login

您当前的位置：

首页 >

文章列表页 >

Evaluation of PEMFC performance and Multi-field Synergistic Analysis Considering Granitized Diffusion Layer Structure

Power Generation | 更新时间：2026-02-05

- Evaluation of PEMFC performance and Multi-field Synergistic Analysis Considering Granitized Diffusion Layer Structure
- Proceedings of the CSEE Vol. 45, Issue 13, Pages: 5130-5140(2025)
- 作者机构：
  
  华北电力大学能源动力与机械工程学院, 北京市昌平区 102206
- 作者简介：
- 基金信息：
  
  National Natural Science Foundation of China(52176068)
- DOI：10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.232681
  CLC： TK01
- Received：07 December 2023，
  
  Online First：10 April 2024，
  
  Published：05 July 2025
- 稿件说明：
移动端阅览
Junhong HAO, Tengyu MA, Jinglong ZHOU, et al. Evaluation of PEMFC performance and Multi-field Synergistic Analysis Considering Granitized Diffusion Layer Structure[J]. Proceedings of the CSEE, 2025, 45(13): 5130-5140.
DOI：

Junhong HAO, Tengyu MA, Jinglong ZHOU, et al. Evaluation of PEMFC performance and Multi-field Synergistic Analysis Considering Granitized Diffusion Layer Structure[J]. Proceedings of the CSEE, 2025, 45(13): 5130-5140. DOI： 10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.232681.

摘要

扩散层作为质子交换膜燃料电池(proton exchange membrane fuel cell，PEMFC)内部最柔软的部分，承担着将反应气体传递到催化层、将生成的水排出等作用，改变其扩散性能是提高燃料电池性能的重要途径。为进一步提高PEMFC输出性能，促进其商业化进程，该文聚焦PEMFC扩散层几何形状的优化设计，提出一种基于有限数据分析法与BP神经网络预测法的燃料电池扩散层优化方法；利用提出的新型高效PEMFC扩散层优化设计方法得到一种新型锥形扩散层结构的PEMFC。与传统结构PEMFC相比，在相同的工作条件与流道结构下，使用新型扩散层结构的PEMFC输出功率提高约4.4%，最大温度梯度减小约4.2%，反应物利用率提高约3.9%，排水能力提高约5.3%。进一步分析两种结构PEMFC在三物理场协同性能的差异，所提出的新型扩散层结构PEMFC在同结构同工况条件下协同性能比传统扩散层结构平均提高16.1%。结果可为PEMFC结构优化提供一种全新的优化方法与优化路径。

Abstract

As the softest part in a proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC)

the diffusion layer assumes the roles of transferring the reactive gases to the catalytic layer and discharging the generated water. Changing its diffusion performance is an important way for enhancing the performance of the fuel cell. To further enhance the output performance of PEMFC and promote its commercialization

this paper focuses on the optimal design of the PEMFC diffusion layer geometry and proposes a fuel cell diffusion layer optimization method based on the finite data analysis method and BP neural network prediction method. Using the proposed new high-efficiency PEMFC diffusion layer optimization design method

a new conical diffusion layer structure of the PEMFC is obtained. Compared with the traditional structure of the PEMFC

under the same operating conditions and runner structure

the output power of the PEMFC using the new diffusion layer structure is increased by about 4.4%

the maximum temperature gradient is reduced by about 4.2%

the reactant utilization rate is increased by about 3.9%

and the drainage capacity is improved by about 5.3%. The differences in the synergistic performance of the two PEMFC structures in the three physical fields are further analyzed. It is found that the synergistic performance of the proposed new diffusion layer structure PEMFC is 16.1% higher than that of the traditional diffusion layer structure under the same structure and working conditions. The results can provide a new optimization method and optimization path for PEMFC structure optimization.

关键词

Keywords

references

袁铁江, 郭泽林, 胡辰康 .. 基于LSTM-MPC的PEMFC运行状态建模与容错控制 [J ] .. 中国电机工程学报 ,, 2024 ,, 44 (( 10 ):): 3927 -- 3937 .. https://www.zhangqiaokeyan.com/academic-journal-cn_detail_thesis/02012157800735.html https://www.zhangqiaokeyan.com/academic-journal-cn_detail_thesis/02012157800735.html .

YUAN Tiejiang, GUO Zelin, HU Chenkang .. LSTM- MPC-based PEMFC operation state modeling and fault- tolerant control [J ] . Proceedings of the CSEE , 2024 ,, 44 (( 10 ):): 3927 -- 3937 .. https://www.zhangqiaokeyan.com/academic-journal-cn_detail_thesis/02012157800735.html https://www.zhangqiaokeyan.com/academic-journal-cn_detail_thesis/02012157800735.html .

赵波, 张领先, 章雷其, 等 .. PEMFC剩余使用寿命直接预测的混合方法 [J ] .. 中国电机工程学报 ,, 2024 ,, 44 (( 21 ):): 8554 -- 8568 .. DOI: 10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.230769 http://doi.org/10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.230769 .

ZHAO Bo, ZHANG Lingxian, ZHANG Leiqi, et al .. A hybrid method for direct prediction of PEMFC remaining service life [J ] . Proceedings of the CSEE , 2024 ,, 44 (( 21 ):): 8554 -- 8568 .. DOI: 10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.230769 http://doi.org/10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.230769 .

李浩, 李浩, 杨扬, 等 .. 基于改进鲸鱼算法优化GRU的PEMFC老化预测 [J ] .. 中国电机工程学报 ,, 2024 ,, 44 (( 20 ):): 8166 -- 8178 .. https://www.zhangqiaokeyan.com/academic-journal-cn_detail_thesis/02012160944470.html https://www.zhangqiaokeyan.com/academic-journal-cn_detail_thesis/02012160944470.html .

LI Hao, LI Hao, YANG Yang, et al .. PEMFC aging prediction based on improved whale algorithm optimized GRU [J ] . Proceedings of the CSEE , 2024 ,, 44 (( 20 ):): 8166 -- 8178 .. https://www.zhangqiaokeyan.com/academic-journal-cn_detail_thesis/02012160944470.html https://www.zhangqiaokeyan.com/academic-journal-cn_detail_thesis/02012160944470.html .

刘鑫桐. 运行参数对PEMFC动态响应及能量效率的影响研究[D]. 北京: 北京建筑大学, 2022.

LIU Xintong. Study on the effects of operating parameters on the dynamic response and energy efficiency of PEMFC[D]. Beijing: Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture, 2022(in Chinese).

WANG Yun, CHEN K S, MISHLER J, et al .. A review of polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells: technology, applications, and needs on fundamental research [J ] .. Applied Energy ,, 2011 ,, 88 (( 4 ):): 981 -- 1007 .. DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2010.09.030 http://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2010.09.030 .

CHU Tiankuo, TANG Qianwen, WANG Qinpu, et al .. Experimental study on the effect of flow channel parameters on the durability of PEMFC stack and analysis of hydrogen crossover mechanism [J ] .. Energy ,, 2023 ,, 264 , 126286 . DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2022.126286 http://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2022.126286 .

代世勋, 曹爱红, 王来华 .. 基于多模型的Z型流道燃料电池的性能优化 [J ] .. 太阳能学报 ,, 2022 ,, 43 (( 6 ):): 476 -- 485 ..

DAI Shixun, CAO Aihong, WANG Laihua .. Performance optimization of Z-channel fuel cell based on multi- model [J ] . Acta Energiae Solaris Sinica , 2022 ,, 43 (( 6 ):): 476 -- 485 ..

李忠虎 .. 基于人工神经网络的挡板式直流道质子交换膜燃料电池性能优化 [J ] .. 专用汽车 ,, 2022 (. ( 7 ):): 14 -- 16 ..

LI Zhonghu .. Performance optimization of baffled DC channel proton exchange membrane fuel cell based on artificial neural network [J ] . Special Purpose Vehicle , 2022 (. ( 7 ):): 14 -- 16 ..

夏雷. 质子交换膜燃料电池新型流场结构设计及优化研究[D]. 济南: 山东大学, 2022.

XIA Lei. Study on design and optimization of novel flow field structures for proton exchange membrane fuel cells[D]. Jinan: Shandong University, 2022(in Chinese).

CHEN Ben, LIU Qi, ZHANG Cheng, et al .. Numerical study on water transfer characteristics under joint effect of placement orientation and flow channel size for PEMFC with dead-ended anode [J ] .. Energy ,, 2022 ,, 254 , 124365 . DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2022.124365 http://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2022.124365 .

GHASABEHI M, JABBARY A, SHAMS M .. Cathode side transport phenomena investigation and multi- objective optimization of a tapered parallel flow field PEMFC [J ] .. Energy Conversion and Management ,, 2022 ,, 265 , 115761 . DOI: 10.1016/j.enconman.2022.115761 http://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2022.115761 .

GUO Qiaoyu, QIN Yanzhou .. Numerical investigation of water droplet removal characteristics in novel block channels of PEMFC using dynamic wettability model [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2021 ,, 46 (( 74 ):): 36890 -- 36902 .. DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2021.08.221 http://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2021.08.221 .

于建平, 魏慧利, 许思传 .. PEMFC蛇形流道几何结构的多目标优化 [J ] .. 佳木斯大学学报: 自然科学版 ,, 2022 ,, 40 (( 1 ):): 63 -- 68 ..

YU Jianping, WEI Huili, XU Sizhuan .. Multi-objective optimization of PEMFC serpentine flow channel geometry structure [J ] . Journal of Jiamusi University: Natural Science Edition , 2022 ,, 40 (( 1 ):): 63 -- 68 ..

余正锟. 质子交换膜燃料电池波浪形流场设计及优化[D]. 长沙: 湖南理工学院, 2020.

YU Zhengkun. Design and optimization of wave flow field in proton exchange membrane fuel cell[D]. Changsha: Hunan Institute of Science and Technology, 2020(in Chinese).

LIAO Shuxin, QIU Diankai, YI Peiyun, et al .. Modeling of a novel cathode flow field design with optimized sub-channels to improve drainage for proton exchange membrane fuel cells [J ] .. Energy ,, 2022 ,, 261 , 125235 . DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2022.125235 http://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2022.125235 .

ZHANG Zhuo, HE Pu, DAI Yanjun, et al .. Study of the mechanical behavior of paper-type GDL in PEMFC based on microstructure morphology [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2020 ,, 45 (( 53 ):): 29379 -- 29394 .. DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2020.07.240 http://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhydene.2020.07.240 .

陈匡胤, 李蕊兰, 童杨, 等 .. 质子交换膜燃料电池气体扩散层结构与设计研究进展 [J ] .. 化工进展 ,, 2023 ,, 42 (( S1 ):): 246 -- 259 ..

CHEN Kuangyin, LI Ruilan, TONG Yang, et al .. Structure design of gas diffusion layer in proton exchange membrane fuel cell [J ] . Chemical Industry and Engineering Progress , 2023 ,, 42 (( S1 ):): 246 -- 259 ..

王万腾, 李楠, 白雪宜, 等 .. 气体扩散层分层设计对PEMFC电堆性能影响研究 [J ] .. 汽车工程 ,, 2023 ,, 45 (( 9 ):): 1720 -- 1727 ..

WANG Wanteng, LI Nan, BAI Xueyi, et al .. Research on effect of gas diffusion layer layered design on the performance of PEMFC stack [J ] . Automotive Engineering , 2023 ,, 45 (( 9 ):): 1720 -- 1727 ..

张恒. 质子交换膜燃料电池气体扩散层水管理数值模拟及实验研究[D]. 济南: 齐鲁工业大学, 2023.

ZHANG Heng. Numerical simulation and experimental study of water management in the gas diffusion layer of proton exchange membrane fuel cells[D]. Ji'nan: Qilu University of Technology, 2023(in Chinese).

XIAO Liusheng, BIAN Miaoqi, SUN Yushuai, et al .. Transport properties evaluation of pore-scale GDLs for PEMFC using orthogonal design method [J ] .. Applied Energy ,, 2024 ,, 357 , 122445 . .

LIU Huize, HU Zunyan, LI Jianqiu, et al .. Investigation on the optimal GDL thickness design for PEMFCs considering channel/rib geometry matching and operating conditions [J ] .. Energy ,, 2023 ,, 282 , 128780 . .

CHEN Tao, LIU Shihua, ZHANG Jiwei, et al .. Study on the characteristics of GDL with different PTFE content and its effect on the performance of PEMFC [J ] .. International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer ,, 2019 ,, 128 , 1168 -- 1174 ..

EOM K, CHO E, JANG J, et al .. Optimization of GDLs for high-performance PEMFC employing stainless steel bipolar plates [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2013 ,, 38 (( 14 ):): 6249 -- 6260 ..

XU Chaojie, WANG Hao, CHENG Taihong .. Wave-shaped flow channel design and optimization of PEMFCs with a groove in the gas diffusion layer [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2023 ,, 48 (( 11 ):): 4418 -- 4429 ..

ZHANG Minghui, YU Minjie, LIU Zhichun, et al .. Moisture migration in the cathode GDL of PEMFC under variable physical parameters based on a modified two-fluid model [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2023 ,, 48 (( 41 ):): 15657 -- 15676 ..

YIN Bifeng, XU Sheng, YANG Shuangyu, et al .. Influence of Microelliptical groove gas diffusion layer(GDL) on transport behavior of proton exchange membrane fuel cell(PEMFC) [J ] .. International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer ,, 2021 ,, 180 , 121793 . .

PERNG S W, WU H W, SHIH G J .. Effect of prominent gas diffusion layer(GDL) on non-isothermal transport characteristics and cell performance of a proton exchange membrane fuel cell(PEMFC) [J ] .. Energy ,, 2015 ,, 88 , 126 -- 138 ..

FU Xuwei, WEN Qinglin, HAN Jinli, et al .. One-step to prepare high-performance gas diffusion layer(GDL) with three different functional layers for proton exchange membrane fuel cells(PEMFCs) [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2022 ,, 47 (( 61 ):): 25769 -- 25779 ..

CHIEN C H, HU Yaolun, SU T H, et al .. Effects of bolt pre-loading variations on performance of GDL in a bolted PEMFC by 3-D FEM analysis [J ] .. Energy ,, 2016 ,, 113 , 1174 -- 1187 ..

MOLAEIMANESH G R, AKBARI M H .. Role of wettability and water droplet size during water removal from a PEMFC GDL by lattice Boltzmann method [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2016 ,, 41 (( 33 ):): 14872 -- 14884 ..

李姣, 郭航, 叶芳 .. 气体扩散层结构对PEMFC性能影响二维数值模拟 [J ] .. 热科学与技术 ,, 2023 ,, 22 (( 4 ):): 341 -- 350 ..

LI Jiao, GUO Hang, YE Fang .. Two-dimensional numerical simulation of influence of gas diffusion layer structure on PEMFC performance [J ] . Journal of Thermal Science and Technology , 2023 ,, 22 (( 4 ):): 341 -- 350 ..

LI Hongwei, LIU Junnan, YANG Yue, et al .. Coupling flow channel optimization and Bagging neural network to achieve performance prediction for proton exchange membrane fuel cells with varying imitated water-drop block channel [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2022 ,, 47 (( 94 ):): 39987 -- 40007 ..

MAO Xuping, LIU Shengnan, TAN Jiaqi, et al .. Multi-objective optimization of gradient porosity of gas diffusion layer and operation parameters in PEMFC based on recombination optimization compromise strategy [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2023 ,, 48 (( 35 ):): 13294 -- 13307 ..

TAN Jiaqi, HU Haoqin, LIU Shengnan, et al .. Optimization of PEMFC system operating conditions based on neural network and PSO to achieve the best system performance [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2022 ,, 47 (( 84 ):): 35790 -- 35809 ..

GUO Qiaoyu, ZHENG Jiayang, QIN Yanzhou .. Optimization of block structure parameters of PEMFC novel block channels using artificial neural network [J ] .. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy ,, 2022 ,, 47 (( 90 ):): 38386 -- 38394 ..

郝俊红, 马腾宇, 周敬龙, 等 .. 基于多场协同的PEMFC双梯形渐缩流道结构性能分析和评价 [J ] .. 中国电机工程学报 ,, 2024 ,, 44 (( 13 ):): 5208 -- 5218 .. DOI: 10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.230638 http://doi.org/10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.230638 .

HAO Junhong, MA Tengyu, ZHOU Jinglong, et al .. Multi-field synergistic-based PEMFC double trapezoidal tapering flow channel structure performance analysis and evaluation [J ] . Proceedings of the CSEE , 2024 ,, 44 (( 13 ):): 5208 -- 5218 .. DOI: 10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.230638 http://doi.org/10.13334/j.0258-8013.pcsee.230638 .

HAO Junhong, MA Tengyu, ZHOU Jinglong, et al .. Structural gradient optimization of diffusion layer based on finite data mapping method for PEMFC performance improvement [J ] .. International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer ,, 2024 ,, 220 , 124948 . .

Views

168

下载量

CSCD

Alert me when the article has been cited

提交

Tools

Publicity Resources

EVAPORATION AND CONVECTION COUPLED HEAT TRANSFER FOR ANNULAR TWO-PHASE FLOW OF WATER AND AIR IN A SMALL VERTICAL TUBE

Performance Analysis of a Hybrid System Based on a Fuel Cell and a Gas Turbine

Three-level Bidirectional DC-DC Converter

Research on Control of Fuel Cell Based Push-pull Forward Converter

Design of Energy Management Control in Fuel Cell Power System

Related Author

LIU Zhen-hua

YI Jie

ZHU Xin-jian

WENG Shi-lie

WENG Yi-wu

CHEN Qi-mei

JIN Ke

YANG Meng-xiong

Related Institution

上海交通大学机械与动力工程学院上海200030

School of Mechanical and Power Engineering, Shanghai Jiaotong University

上海交通大学涡轮机实验室上海市徐汇区200030

Shanghai Jiaotong University, Xuhui District

南京航空航天大学航空电源重点实验室江苏省南京市 210016

AI脑图

AI问答

⁰