Development of second generation direct internal reforming molten carbonate fuel cell stack technology for cogeneration application

A system-dedicated stack is the basis for second generation direct internal reforming molten carbonate fuel cell (DIR–MCFC) stack development. Therefore, an internally manifolded, co-flow stack with robust sealing properties and lifetime>25 000 h is being developed. Stack design, validation of design tools and obtaining the specifications for full size stack components are the prime objectives.