Jan R Svensson

Jan R Svensson is a Research Fellow at Chalmers University of Technology and Hitachi Energy Research in Västerås, specializing in materials science for energy conversion systems. His work focuses on high-temperature corrosion behavior of alloys used in solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), particularly interconnect materials operating under dual-atmosphere conditions.

Research interests include:

• High-temperature oxidation and nitridation mechanisms of ferritic and austenitic stainless steels
• Dual-atmosphere corrosion in SOFC interconnects
• Development of hydrogen-barrier and cerium/cobalt-based protective coatings
• Chromium evaporation mitigation strategies
• Electrical properties of oxide scales and coated systems
• Microstructural evolution during high-temperature exposure

His recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate concentrated research on degradation mechanisms in SOFC interconnects, with emphasis on the role of hydrogen, water vapor, and temperature gradients. Key contributions include innovative methods for measuring area specific resistance, comparative studies of chromia- versus alumina-forming alloys, and optimization of coating thickness for improved oxidation resistance. His work bridges fundamental corrosion science with practical energy applications.