CFD analysis of temperature distribution of PEM type fuel cell

Abstract

The paper deals with analysis of temperature rise in a fuel cell module using the CFD numerical model. The module is based on a low-temperature fuel cell with polymer electrolytic membrane. There is a simulation of stable condition, when the cell supplies constant output and the system generates waste heat exhausted through the cooling fins. The aim of analysis was to find potential problematic spots with higher temperature rise values. The results of simulation serve for design of an optimal cooling for the fuel cell.