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Solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) are emerging as energy conversion devices for large-scale electrical power generation because of their high energy conversion efficiency, excellent ability to minimize air pollution, and high fuel flexibility. In this context, this critical review has focussed on the recent advancements in developing a suitable electrolyte for SOFCs which has been required for the commercialization of SOFC technology after emphasizing the literature from the prior studies. In particular, the significant developments in the field of solid oxide electrolytes for SOFCs, particularly zirconia- and ceria-based electrolytes, have been highlighted as important advancements toward the production of sustainable and clean energy. It has been reported that among various electrolyte materials, zirconia-based electrolytes have the potential to be utilized as the electrolyte in SOFC because of their high thermal stability, non-reducing nature, and high mechanical strength, along with acceptable oxygen ion conductivity. However, some studies have proved that the zirconia-based electrolytes are not suitable for low and intermediate-temperature working conditions because of their poor ionic conductivity to below 850 °C. On the other hand, ceria-based electrolytes are being investigated at a rapid pace as electrolytes for intermediate and low-temperature SOFCs due to their higher oxygen ion conductivity with good electrode compatibility, especially at lower temperatures than stabilized zirconia. In addition, the most emerging advancements in electrolyte materials have demonstrated that the intermediate temperature SOFCs as next-generation energy conversion technology have great potential for innumerable prospective applications.
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Maiti, T.K., Majhi, J., Maiti, S.K. et al. Zirconia- and ceria-based electrolytes for fuel cell applications: critical advancements toward sustainable and clean energy production. Environ Sci Pollut Res 29, 64489–64512 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-022-22087-9
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