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Analysis and optimization of solid oxide fuel cell system with anode and cathode off gas recirculation

François Maréchal, Jan Van Herle, Shivom Sharma

Solid oxide fuel cell technology shows great potential in generating electricity. However, insufficient steam in the stack can result in carbon deposition, accelerating cell degradation over prolonged operation. To prevent this, ensuring an adequate supply ...

2025

Efficient, affordable, carbon-neutral power: Advanced solid oxide fuel cell-electrolyzer system

François Maréchal, Jan Van Herle, Shivom Sharma

The alarming increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide levels, primarily attributed to human-induced fossil fuel combustion for power generation, underscores the urgency for sustainable solutions. The solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) is a promising candidate for ...

2025

Olefins production through sustainable pathways: techno-economic and environmental assessment

François Maréchal, Daniel Alexander Florez Orrego, Meire Ellen Gorete Ribeiro Domingos

This study presents a comparative analysis of various configurations for sustainable olefins production via chemical recycling of plastic/biomass wastes, integrating CO2 capture, storage and management technologies. The co-gasification, methanol synthesis ...

PSE Press2025

A novel waterborne Solid Oxide Fuel Cell-based cogeneration system with realistic heat management

François Maréchal, Jan Van Herle, Shivom Sharma

This study examines a novel Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) cogeneration system powered by liquefied natural gas integrating realistic and flexible heat management to support efficient maritime applications. With a nominal power capacity of 125 kW, the SOFC-b ...

2025

Decarbonising the glass industry: A comprehensive techno-economic assessment of low-emission pathways

François Maréchal, Daniel Alexander Florez Orrego

The glass industry faces critical decarbonisation challenges due to high energy demand and reliance on fossil fuels. This study presents a comprehensive techno-economic analysis of diverse decarbonisation pathways for flat glass production, including elect ...

Elsevier BV2025

Techno-economic analysis of ammonia to hydrogen and power pathways considering the emerging hydrogen purification and fuel cell technologies

François Maréchal, Jan Van Herle, Du Wen

Ammonia serves as a promising hydrogen carrier and energy storage medium due to its high hydrogen content, ease of transport, and well-established production infrastructure. This study presents a comprehensive techno-economic analysis of ammonia-to‑hydroge ...

2025

ROSMOSE: A web-based decision support tool for the design and optimization of industrial and urban energy systems

François Maréchal, Daniel Alexander Florez Orrego, Meire Ellen Gorete Ribeiro Domingos, Cédric Terrier, Michel Lopez

Energy efficiency is crucial for the sustainable operation of industrial and urban sectors. However, practicing engineers seldom have access to open-source tools that can readily evaluate and compare scenarios. In this work, a novel web-based tool called R ...

2024

Multi-gas processing and transport system

François Maréchal

A gas processing and transport system comprising a natural gas pipeline (1), a plurality of gas conditioning stations (4) connected to the natural gas pipeline between an upstream main natural gas supply and a downstream consumer end, the gas processing st ...

2024

Power to the People: On the Role of Districts in Decentralized Energy Systems

François Maréchal, Jonas Schnidrig, Cédric Terrier

Highlights Integration of decentralized models with a centralized national energy system framework. Strategic reduction in photovoltaic (PV) installation requirements and system cost through decentralized approaches. Optimization of self-consumption to min ...

MDPI2024

Modelling The Effect of Future Uncertainty in Energy Prices on Decarbonization Pathways for Secondary Aluminium Production

François Maréchal, Daniel Alexander Florez Orrego, Lorenzo Aimone, Manuele Domenico Margni

Aluminium is one of the most widely used metals in the world, but its production is highly energy intensive and largely dependent on the use of fossil fuels. A typical secondary aluminium production facility consumes 700-1,000 kWh of natural gas and 200-40 ...

2024

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Techno-economic analysis of ammonia to hydrogen and power pathways considering the emerging hydrogen purification and fuel cell technologies

François Maréchal, Jan Van Herle, Du Wen

2025

Modelling The Effect of Future Uncertainty in Energy Prices on Decarbonization Pathways for Secondary Aluminium Production

François Maréchal, Daniel Alexander Florez Orrego, Lorenzo Aimone, Manuele Domenico Margni

2024