Effect of K 2 O/SrO on structural, thermal, optical, and mechanical properties of SiO 2 –B 2 O 3 –SnO 2 glass for IT/LT-SOFC applications

Key Points

• To evaluate the structural, thermal, optical, and mechanical properties of SiO2-B2O3-K2O-SrO-SnO2 glasses for IT/LT-SOFC applications.
• Development of SiO2-B2O3-K2O-SrO-SnO2 glass samples.
• Evaluation of their structural, thermal, optical, and mechanical properties.
• Assessment of suitability as sealants for IT/LT-SOFC applications.
• Demonstrated favorable thermal and mechanical properties of the developed glasses.
• Achieved structural integrity suitable for high-temperature applications.