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  • Materials Science
  • Electrochemistry
  • Chemical Engineering

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  • Solid oxide electrolysers (SOEs) are crucial for efficient hydrogen production via steam electrolysis.
  • Developing advanced cathode materials is key to improving SOE performance and durability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To demonstrate a redox-reversible iron orthovanadate cathode for solid oxide steam electrolysis.
  • To investigate the in situ synthesis and performance of the composite cathode.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis of a composite cathode material based on iron orthovanadate (FeVO4) on a spinel-type electronic conductor (FeV2O4).
  • Utilizing in situ tailoring of the reversible phase change of FeVO4 to Fe+FeV2O4 in a reducing atmosphere.
  • Electrochemical testing of the material in a solid oxide steam electrolyser setup.

Main Results:

  • Achieved up to 100% current efficiency for steam electrolysis.
  • Demonstrated promising electrode performance for the developed composite cathode.
  • Successfully tailored the reversible phase change for catalyst growth.

Conclusions:

  • The redox-reversible iron orthovanadate cathode is a highly effective material for solid oxide steam electrolysis.
  • The in situ synthesis method provides a promising route for developing advanced SOE electrodes.
  • This advancement holds potential for efficient and cost-effective hydrogen generation.