Abstract
We present a series of experimental results indicating improved oxygen reduction characteristics on nanocrystalline yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) surfaces. We compare (i) cathodic interface impedances on nanocrystalline and microcrystalline YSZ, (ii) oxygen exchange rate on and bulk diffusivity in nano- and single-crystal YSZ, and (iii) bulk and surface conductivities of nano-YSZ. The results collectively indicate that the oxygen reduction/exchange rate is faster on nanocrystalline YSZ than on micro- and single-crystal YSZ, which likely is related to fast oxygen or electronic transport on the surface.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | B392-B396 |
Journal | Journal of the Electrochemical Society |
Volume | 156 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2009 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
- Surfaces, Coatings and Films
- Electrochemistry
- Materials Chemistry