Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Production Models

To demonstrate how the COMSOL Multiphysics® software can be used for modeling hydrogen and energy production through electrolyzers, fuel cells, and related technology, we create example models and other guides on a regular basis. Browse example models and see suggested add-on modules in this resource collection.

COMSOL Models for Download

All documentation and MPH-files are free to download via the links below, but please note that you need a COMSOL® software license or trial to open the MPH-files. The examples can be used as a starting point for your own simulation work or simply as inspiration.


Energy Production with Fuel Cells

Low-Temperature PEM Fuel Cell

Fuel Cell Stack Cooling

Nonisothermal PEM Fuel Cell

High-Temperature PEM Fuel Cell


Hydrogen Production by Electrolysis, Gasification, Solar Radiation, and Pyrolysis

PEM Electrolyzer

Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cell

Alkaline Electrolyzer

Alkaline Electrolyzer Stack

Zero-Gap Alkaline Water Electrolyzer

Syngas Combustion in a Round-Jet Burner

Solar Dish Receiver

Pyrolysis of Wood


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A computer running the COMSOL Multiphysics software with an alkaline electrolyzer stack model in the Graphics window.

It all starts with COMSOL Multiphysics®, the platform product for creating physics-based models and simulation applications. From there, you can add as many specialized modules and interfacing products as needed — they all connect seamlessly via the platform for a consistent modeling workflow regardless of what you are modeling.

Here are some suggested products to add to COMSOL Multiphysics® for modeling electrolyzers, fuel cells, and related technology:

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