Three-Dimensional Reconstruction of Porous LSCF Cathodes

In this initial study the electrochemically active region of a (LSCF) cathode was reconstructed in three dimensions using a focused ion beam/scanning electron microscope. The reconstructed volume totaled from the free air surface to the dense yttria-stabilized zirconia electrolyte interface. Various microstructural properties were measured, including overall porosity, closed porosity, graded porosity, surface area, tortuosity, triple-phase boundary length, and pore size. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy data was correlated to microstructure.