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Engineers, researchers, and scientists across industries use multiphysics simulation to research and develop innovative product designs and processes. Find inspiration in technical papers and presentations they have presented at the COMSOL Conference. Browse the selection below or use the Quick Search tool to find a specific presentation or filter by application area.


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Batteries, Fuel Cells, and Electrochemical Processesx

Modeling Electrochemical Deposition of Aluminum from Ionic Liquids for PCB Applications

S. Loebel1, S. Braun2, M. Becker3, P. Steinert1, A. Schubert1
1Professorship Micromanufacturing Technology, Chemnitz University of Technology, Chemnitz, Germany
2Fraunhofer Institute for Electronic Nano Systems ENAS, Chemnitz, Germany
3NB Technologies GmbH, Bremen, Germany

While copper remains the dominant material for conduction paths in printed circuit board (PCB) applications, both technological and economic reasons have been motivating research on substituting copper with aluminum (Al). Despite its 60 % higher specific electrical resistance, aluminum ... Read More

Parameterization and Validation of a 2D, Transient, Two-Phase MEA Model Capable of Simulating EIS

M. Eppler1, M. Hanauer1, C. Gerling1, U. Berner1, M. Eikerling2
1Robert Bosch GmbH, Gerlingen, Germany
2Forschungszentrum Jülich, IEK-13: Theory & Comp. of Energy Materials, Germany

Proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) are promising energy converters, offering both sustainability and efficiency. Achieving optimal performance, however, requires a deep understanding of the underlying cause-effect relationships within the functional layers. One effective ... Read More

Comparison of AEL and AEM Electrolyser Technologies

David Martinet1, Christoph Ellert1
1HES-SO Valais-Wallis, Sion, Valais, Switzerland

Alkaline Electrolysis (AEL) technology is known and used in industries for half a century. It is a key technology for large-scale hydrogen production powered by renewable energy for example chemical industries. Flows of 99.999% pure hydrogen up to 20’000 Nm³/h with an electrical power of ... Read More

Electrochemomechanical Simulations of 3D-Resolved Solid-State Lithium-Ion Battery Cells

Giulia Blanco1, Matteo Alberghini1, Andrea Bertinetti1, Alessio Tommasi1
1Gemmate Technologies, Turin, Italy

Solid-state batteries have emerged as a viable alternative to traditional liquid-based lithium-ion batteries, offering improved cost efficiency, safety, and environmental impact. Chlorine-rich lithium argyrodite (Li6PS5Cl) has emerged as a promising solid-state electrolyte, presenting ... Read More

Copper Corrosion Mechanisms by Simulation and Experiment Using Small Test Structures

Hasan Sadat Nabi1, M. Mayr2
1Infineon, Regensburg
2TU Wien

Product lifetime prediction is a crucial task in microelectronics design and fabrication. Understanding of the underlying processes causing material degradation and product failure is essential for establishing accurate lifetime models. This work aims to investigate and model the ... Read More

Influence of the Complexing Agent on the Throwing Power during Silver Electroplating

C. Baumer1, A. Bund1
1Technische Universität Ilmenau, Ilmenau, Germany

The throwing power is an important criterion for the industrial use of an electrolyte in electroplating applications. Using the Electrodeposition Module and COMSOL Multiphyiscs® it is possible to simulate the thickness distribution for various electroplating geometries. For a realistic ... Read More

Evaluating Interfacial Evolution in Thin-Film All-Solid-State Lithium-Ion Battery via FEM Modeling

Tewelde Hailay Gebregeorgis1, Joan Roca Busacker1, Xinhua ZHU1, Annick HUBIN1, Mesfin Haile Mamme 1
1Research Group Electrochemical and Surface Engineering (SURF), Department of Materials and Chemistry, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) Pleinlaan 2, 1050 Brussels, Belgium

The advancement of battery technology plays a crucial role in achieving sustainable and electrified future with efficient energy storage. In recent years, all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries (ASSLIBs) have shown great potential, offering higher capacity, enhanced safety, and longer ... Read More

IAV’s Multi-Purpose 3D Coupling Solution for Electro-Physicochemical Battery Models via COMSOL API

Dr. Jakob Hilgert1, Jochen Schäffner1, Dr. Maria Kalugirou1
1IAV GmbH

The development of batteries for automotive application is progressing rapidly. It goes hand in hand with a rising demand for scarce raw materials. Diversification of cell chemistries is a promising approach to respond to market fluctuations and at the same time minimize system costs. A ... Read More

Simulation-Based Sensitivity Analysis of the Direct Ammonia Fuel Cell Operating Conditions

Erno Kemppainen1, Rutger Schlatmann1, Sonya Calnan1
1Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Ammonia is studied both as a hydrogen carrier and as a fuel for renewable energy infrastructure. An important advantage of ammonia compared to carbon-based fuels is that it can be oxidized without greenhouse gas emissions, producing only N2 and water. Direct ammonia fuel cells (DAFCs) ... Read More

Reinforcement Bars Corrosion in a Carbonated Concrete

Bruno Chiné1, Ronald Jiménez Salas1, Rommel Cuevas Kauffmann2
1School of Materials Science and Engineering, Costa Rica Institute of Technology Cartago, Costa Rica
2School of Construction Engineering, Costa Rica Institute of Technology Cartago, Costa Rica

In the construction sector, the concrete and the steel bars represent still the key components, although they are very vulnerable by the atmospheric agents, as in the case of their degradation caused by corrosion. The value of the concrete carbonation may enhance the corrosion around the ... Read More