Fundamental Electrochemistry (IET-1)

The focus topic ”Solid-State Electrolysis & Fuel Cells” combines scientific and technological expertise in the research and development of high-temperature fuel cells and electrolyzers.
We work on the production and investigation of materials for sustainable use in solid oxide cells. To this end, ceramic synthesis is combined with a variety of coating processes to enable the industry-relevant production of electrochemical cells. Structural characterization down to the atomic level and the determination of electrochemical processes, including by means of complex impedance spectroscopy, not only determine the performance and efficiency of cells, but also reduce the influence of degradation mechanisms.

In addition, stacks and systems for high-temperature electrolysis and fuel cells are developed, characterized and optimized. This includes the conception, design, construction, modeling, assembly and electrochemical analysis of stacks and system components. In addition, thermomechanical and process engineering models are developed to optimize components and systems and to evaluate different concepts. The research topics at the system level include reversible SOC systems, co-electrolysis of steam and carbon dioxide for the production of synthesis gas for Power-to-X value chains, and the integration of SOC technologies into sustainable energy systems.

further Focus Topics

Electrochemical Measurement Techniques

System Research

Materials Development

Electrochemical Methods

February 11, 2025

Electrochemical Measurement Techniques

February 11, 2025

System Research

February 11, 2025

Materials Development

Die Forschungsgruppe widmet sich der Entwicklung und Charakterisierung neuartiger Materialien für Festoxidzellen (Solid Oxide Cells, SOCs), der Herstellung von Zellen und der Bestimmung elektrochemischer Eigenschaften.

February 11, 2025

Electrochemical Methods

Our team researches and optimizes electrochemical analysis methods for solid oxide cells. We develop innovative diagnostic tools, quantify degradation mechanisms, and improve the understanding of electrochemical processes in fuel cells and electrolyzers.

Dr. Till FrömlingDepartment Head ElectrochemistryBuilding 20.13a / Room 202+49 2461/61-00000

Dr. Remzi Can SamsunDepartment Head Electrochemical Process and System TechnologyBuilding 03.2 / Room 24b+49 2461/61-4664

Electrochemical Measurement Techniques

System Research

Materials Development — Die Forschungsgruppe widmet sich der Entwicklung und Charakterisierung neuartiger Materialien für Festoxidzellen (Solid Oxide Cells, SOCs), der Herstellung von Zellen und der Bestimmung elektrochemischer Eigenschaften.

Electrochemical Methods — Our team researches and optimizes electrochemical analysis methods for solid oxide cells. We develop innovative diagnostic tools, quantify degradation mechanisms, and improve the understanding of electrochemical processes in fuel cells and electrolyzers.