Analysis of triple phase contact in Ni-YSZ microstructures using non-destructive X-ray tomography with synchrotron radiation

Here, we demonstrate the use of X-ray absorption edge spectroscopy in conjunction with high resolution Xray nano-computed tomography to provide a comprehensive microstructural map of a Ni-YSZ electrode from a Solid Oxide Fuel Cell. The experimentally derived microstructure has been used to develop a geometrical test for microstructural homogeneity. (C) 2010 Elsevier By. All rights reserved.