Production and Performance of Copper-based Anode-supported SOFCs

SOFCs can be produced with a copper cermet anode using similar methods used with NiO-based anodes by a one-step firing procedure at relatively low temperatures, thus having cost and high energy savings. The use of copper can allow for the use of light hydrocarbons in the cell without external reforming equipment or need of high steam to carbon ratio, and without the risk of carbon deposition in the cell