http://www.che.yzu.edu.tw/index.php?do=teacher&id=55 I-Ming Hung, Ph. D. Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Yuan Ze University PERSONAL BACKGROUND
Affiliation: Professor, Laboratory Head, Energy Materials Laboratory, Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan
Office Phone/fax: (+886) 903135125; (+886) 3-4638800 ext. 2569
Email: imhung@saturn.yzu.edu.tw
Website: http://www.che.yzu.edu.tw/index.php?do=teacher&id=55
Introduction
In our laboratory, we major in solid ionic/electronic conduct, which is used in energy areas including solid oxide fuel cells, solar cells, lithium ion batteries, and vanadium redox batteries, among others. Students in our lab will learn how to prepare ceramic materials, identify material structure using X-ray diffraction, measure electrochemical properties of ionic devices, and assemble sold oxide fuel cell solar cells etc.
Instrument equipment
Controlled temperature humidity oven
Tape casting machine
Conductivity measuring system at high temperature
1700℃ sintering furnace
Freezing dryer
Hydrogen reduction furnace
Ball mill machine
Oil press machine
Glove box
Vaccum dry oven
Tube furnace
Water Hydraulic press
Spin coater
Research Expertise:
- Solid Oxide Fuel Cell
- Lithium-ion Battery
- Vanadium Redox Flow Battery
- Solid State Chemistry
Honors
- Outstanding teaching award, Yuan Ze University (2009).
- Outstanding research award, Engineering College, Yuan Ze University (2013, 2014, 2022).
- Outstanding research award, Yuan Ze University (2014).
- Outstanding service award, Taiwan Ceramic Society (2022, 2024).
- Young scholar research award, Yuan Ze University (2009).
- Taipei International Invention Show & Technomart, Bronze Medal (2013).
| Ph. D. Dept. of Materials Science and Engineering, National Cheng Kung University |
Job Description
Training Modules:
1. Fundamentals of Solid Oxide Cell Technology : Introduction to SOFC systems, electrochemical energy principles, safety training, and instrument operation.
2. Synthesis and Characterization : Preparation of cathode and electrolyte, an do phase analysis (XRD), microstructure (FE-SEM, BET, TGA), and conductivity testing.
3. Cell Fabrication and Performance Testing: Electrode preparation, screen-printing, sintering optimization, and electrochemical testing (EIS, polarization).
4. Data Analysis and Presentation: Correlation analysis, technical reporting, and oral presentation at a final symposium.
Preferred Intern Educational Level
Master or Ph. D. students
Skill sets or Qualities
Here are essential skill sets or qualities:
- Basic in Materials Science and Engineering: A basic understanding of materials properties, phase diagrams, and synthesis techniques is crucial. Students should be familiar with the behavior of ceramic materials and their applications in high-temperature environments, as well as the fundamental principles governing ionic conductivity and electron transport in solid oxide materials.
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: The ability to identify research problems, formulate hypotheses, and develop innovative solutions is vital. Students should be capable of critically evaluating existing literature and methodologies to explore new avenues for improving the performance and efficiency of solid oxide fuel cells.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration Skills: Materials research in SOFCs often requires collaboration across various disciplines, including chemistry, physics, and engineering. Strong communication and teamwork skills are necessary to work effectively with other researchers, engineers, and industry partners to address complex challenges.