Analytical Model for Performance of Thermally Regenerative Electrochemical Cycles System

Abstract

In this work, an analytical model for the performance of thermally regenerative electrochemical cycles system is proposed. This model considers the heat transfer irreversibility, external heat leakage and non-ideal regeneration losses. The symmetry of cells is also considered. The proposed model has provided some necessary design and operation criteria of the system for continuous power output. The general characteristics of system performance are determined. The effects of the external heat leakage on the system performance at maximum power output for different conditions are determined and analyzed.