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2023–2028 project portfolio
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Previously funded research covering fuel-cell engineering, hydrogen technologies, hybrid energy systems and sustainable resource recovery.
10/2021 – 04/2023
Multi-objective Optimization of a Solar and Hydrogen Energy-Based Electricity and Hot Water Generation System for Off-Grid Applications
An integrated photovoltaic-thermal, PEM electrolyzer, metal hydride hydrogen storage, PEM fuel cell and hot-water system was investigated for off-grid buildings. Dynamic simulation and multi-objective optimization considered changes in solar availability and energy demand, with case studies in İzmir and Tehran.
TÜBİTAK 2535 (Türkiye–Iran bilateral cooperation)·Principal Investigator (PI)
12/2020 – 06/2023
Optimization of Parameters of Energy Storage and Production System of Fuel Cell-Powered Series-Hybrid Land and Marine Vehicles and Development of Prototype Vehicles
The project addressed the sizing and integration of fuel cells, batteries and hydrogen storage in series-hybrid land and marine vehicles. Modeling, system optimization and prototype development were used to examine performance, range and energy management.
Dokuz Eylül University BAP·Principal Investigator (PI)
03/2020 – 03/2022
Sustainable Energy Recovery from Treatment Plant Sludge, Green Wastes, and Olive Pomace via Gasification Process: Investigation of Beneficial Usage Alternatives of Gasification Products
This research examined gasification of sewage sludge, green waste and olive pomace to recover syngas and useful solid products. Gas cleaning, power-generation opportunities, energy and exergy performance, environmental impacts and material recovery routes were evaluated.
TÜBİTAK 1001·Researcher
07/2020 – 07/2022
Development of High Temperature Electrochemical Hydrogen Compressors for High Purity and Pressure Hydrogen Recovery
The project developed high-temperature electrochemical hydrogen compression and purification concepts for hydrogen-rich reformate streams. It combined advanced membrane materials, component design, electrochemical performance assessment and mathematical modeling.
TÜBİTAK 1001·Researcher
07/2019 – 07/2022
Hydrogen Generation from Biogas in a Membrane Reactor
Experimental investigations and multiphysics modeling were combined to study hydrogen production and separation from biogas in a membrane reactor. The project also investigated operating parameters and integration with fuel cell-based combined heat and power systems.
Dokuz Eylül University BAP·Principal Investigator (PI)
12/2016 – 06/2018
Development and Testing of Direct Alcohol Fuel Cells Using Different Materials
Direct alcohol fuel cells were experimentally evaluated using alternative catalysts, catalyst supports and composite membranes. The study compared the effects of material selection and operating conditions on methanol- and dimethyl ether-based cell performance.
Dokuz Eylül University BAP · 2016.KB.FEN.026·Principal Investigator (PI)
05/2016 – 05/2018
Design, Modeling and Experimental Investigation of Bio-Inspired Flow Fields for Direct Methanol Fuel Cells Using an Innovative Approach
Bio-inspired bipolar-plate flow fields based on natural transport networks, including leaf veins and vascular systems, were designed and assessed for direct methanol fuel cells. Numerical optimization using COMSOL Multiphysics and experimental comparisons with conventional flow channels were part of the research.
Erzincan University BAP·Researcher
05/2016 – 12/2017
Development of Nanofibrous Proton Exchange Membranes for Direct Methanol Fuel Cells
The project investigated the development of electrospun, nanofiber-based polymer membranes for direct methanol fuel cell applications. Membrane fabrication, characterization and suitability for proton transport and fuel cell operation were examined.
Ege University BAP · 16-MÜH-042·Researcher
09/2015 – 09/2017
Development of a High Performance Flowing Electrolyte-Direct Methanol Fuel Cell Stack Through Modeling and Experimental Studies
This Horizon 2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie project focused on a high-performance flowing electrolyte direct methanol fuel cell stack. Three-dimensional, two-phase multiphysics modeling and experimental validation were used to investigate transport phenomena, materials and stack operating parameters.
Horizon 2020 · Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA-IF) · FEDMFC · Grant 661579·Principal Investigator (PI)
04/2014 – 05/2018
Three Dimensional and Two Phase Modeling of a Flowing Electrolyte-Direct Methanol Fuel Cell
A three-dimensional, two-phase multiphysics model was developed for flowing electrolyte direct methanol fuel cells. The model investigated coupled fluid flow, mass transport and electrochemical phenomena, with validation against experimental data and analysis of key design and operational parameters.
TÜBİTAK 3501·Principal Investigator (PI)
11/2013 – 07/2015
Design and Experimental Characterization of High Performance Direct Methanol Fuel Cell (DMFC) Stacks
This project investigated the design, fabrication and experimental performance of direct methanol fuel cell stacks. It assessed the influence of cell and stack configuration, selected materials and operating conditions on electrical output and fuel cell performance.
Dokuz Eylül University BAP·Principal Investigator (PI)