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Book High Temperature Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells

Download or read book High Temperature Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells written by Qingfeng Li and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-10-15 with total page 561 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a comprehensive review of high-temperature polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs). PEMFCs are the preferred fuel cells for a variety of applications such as automobiles, cogeneration of heat and power units, emergency power and portable electronics. The first 5 chapters of the book describe rationalization and illustration of approaches to high temperature PEM systems. Chapters 6 - 13 are devoted to fabrication, optimization and characterization of phosphoric acid-doped polybenzimidazole membranes, the very first electrolyte system that has demonstrated the concept of and motivated extensive research activity in the field. The last 11 chapters summarize the state-of-the-art of technological development of high temperature-PEMFCs based on acid doped PBI membranes including catalysts, electrodes, MEAs, bipolar plates, modelling, stacking, diagnostics and applications.

Book Polymer Membranes for Fuel Cells

Download or read book Polymer Membranes for Fuel Cells written by Javaid Zaidi and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-07-15 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the late-1960’s, perfluorosulfonic acid (PFSAs) ionomers have dominated the PEM fuel cell industry as the membrane material of choice. The “gold standard’ amongst the many variations that exist today has been, and to a great extent still is, DuPont’s Nafion® family of materials. However, there is significant concern in the industry that these materials will not meet the cost, performance, and durability requirementsnecessary to drive commercialization in key market segments – es- cially automotive. Indeed, Honda has already put fuel cell vehicles in the hands of real end users that have home-grown fuel cell stack technology incorporating hydrocarbon-based ionomers. “Polymer Membranes in Fuel Cells” takes an in-depth look at the new chem- tries and membrane technologies that have been developed over the years to address the concerns associated with the materials currently in use. Unlike the PFSAs, which were originally developed for the chlor-alkali industry, the more recent hydrocarbon and composite materials have been developed to meet the specific requirements of PEM Fuel Cells. Having said this, most of the work has been based on derivatives of known polymers, such as poly(ether-ether ketones), to ensure that the critical requirement of low cost is met. More aggressive operational requi- ments have also spurred the development on new materials; for example, the need for operation at higher temperature under low relative humidity has spawned the creation of a plethora of new polymers with potential application in PEM Fuel Cells.

Book Membranes for Low Temperature Fuel Cells

Download or read book Membranes for Low Temperature Fuel Cells written by Surbhi Sharma and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2019-06-04 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Membranes for Low Temperature Fuel Cells provides a comprehensive review of novel and state-of-the-art polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells (PEMFC) membranes. The author highlights requirements and considerations for a membrane as an integral part of PEMFC and its interactions with other components. It is an indispensible resource for anyone interested in new PEMFC membrane materials and concerned with the development, optimisation and testing of such membranes. Various composite membranes (polymer and non-polymer) are discussed along with analyses of the latest fi ller materials like graphene, ionic liquids, polymeric ionic liquids, nanostructured metal oxides and membrane concepts unfolding in the field of PEMFC. This book provides the latest academic and technical developments in PEMFC membranes with thorough insights into various preparation, characterisation, and testing methods utilised. Factors affecting proton conduction, water adsorption, and transportation behaviour of membranes are also deliberated upon. Provides the latest academic and technical developments in PEMFC membranes. Reviews recent literature on ex situ studies and in situ single-cell and stack tests investigating the durability (chemical, thermomechanical) and degradation of membranes. Surbhi Sharma, MSc, PhD Working on graphene oxide and fuel cells since 2007, she has published about 50 research articles/book chapters and holds a patent. She has also been awarded various research grants.

Book Novel Polymer Electrolyte Nano Composite Membranes for Fuel Cell Applications

Download or read book Novel Polymer Electrolyte Nano Composite Membranes for Fuel Cell Applications written by Hadis Zarrin and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fuel cells are electrochemical devices which have been established to lead in the transition to clean energy technology and will become the energy efficient power source of the future. Among all the fuel cell systems, anion exchange membrane fuel cells (AEMFCs) and solid polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) are qualified of achieving high power densities (>l W cm-2) that is required for many applications. Mainly, operation of AEMFCs and PEMFCs at higher temperatures (100-130 °C) would considerably enhance their kinetic performance over the current lower temperature operation technologies. However, due to the type of materials used in each fuel cell there is an associated set of challenges including cost and lifetime which require innovative engineering solutions. One of the important challenges is the fabrication of a cost effective solid electrolyte with high efficiency and durability for both PEMFCs and AEMFCs. Concerning PEMFCs, the state of the art perfluorosulfonic acid (PFSA) membrane (Dupont Nafion®) has high ionic conductivity and good mechanical and chemical stability. However, its high performance and durability is limited to the operational conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity, and pH). In the case of AEMFCs, the dilemma between high ionic conductivity and physicochemical stability for membranes is an important issue, i.e., maximizing one will minimize the other. Thus, for both PEMFCs and AEMFCs, there is a desire to develop a solid electrolyte material capable of maintaining both ion-conductivity and durability at the same time for various operational conditions, especially elevated temperature conditions. The main goal of this research project has been the design and fabrication of novel nano-composite electrolyte membranes that fulfills all the aforementioned requirements for a cost effective solid electrolyte membrane in both PEMFCs and AEMFCs. To accomplish this, different approaches have been effectively integrated and improved by understanding and combination of organic chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical engineering and nano-materials science. Hygroscopic nano-fillers made of titanium oxide nanotubes (TiO2-NT) or graphene oxide (GO) nanosheets were first functionalized with highly ion-conductive groups, and then composed with the commercial membrane or another type of polymeric backbone. The latter was morphologically modified to favor higher electrolyte and water absorption capacity. Combining the benefits of a nano-filler with a morphologically modified polymer electrolyte effectively led to the development of a highly ion-conductive, water-retentive, and durable electrolyte membrane. Electrochemical, thermal, physical and chemical properties of proposed membranes were tested, analyzed and reported by various characterization methods. For PEMFC applications, the developed nano-composite PFSA membranes demonstrated significant ion conductivity and single fuel cell performance improvement (~4 times) over commercial PEM at the humidity of 30 % and temperature of 120 °C. For AEMFCs, the selected nano-filler (e.g., GO) composed with morphologically modified polymer (e.g., porous polybenzimidazole) notably increased both performance and durability of AEMs in harsh alkaline conditions. This work offered promising solid electrolyte replacements synthesized by simple and cost effective techniques, able to meet the fuel cell market demands.

Book Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells

Download or read book Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells written by Xianguo Li and published by John Wiley & Sons Incorporated. This book was released on 2007-07 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering the latest developments in the field, this book provides an up–to–date summary of PEM fuel cell technology and presents the analysis, modeling and simulation of the electrochemical and transport processes. The book explains issues related to performance enhancement and design optimization and discusses the problems of heat and water management in PEM fuel cells. Key features include: researching fuel cells and designing fuel cell systems, this book is also a comprehensive reference for newcomers to the field and advanced university students devoted entirely to the development and applications of polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells provides an essential guide to performance enhancement and design optimization presents the components and configurations of PEM fuel cells. covers the basic principles of operation including electrochemical reactions, the transport of reactants and water discusses carbon monoxide poisoning and mitigation methods also includes illustrative examples and case studies A must have for researchers involved in developing fuel cell systems and designing fuel cell applications. As well as practicing electrical and automotive engineers; industrialists working to develop new fuel cell systems. A useful reference for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students studying fuel cell modules within courses on automotive, chemical or power engineering.

Book Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells 10

Download or read book Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells 10 written by Hubert Andreas Gasteiger and published by The Electrochemical Society. This book was released on 2010-10 with total page 2081 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This issue of ECS Transactions reports on research, development, and engineering of polymer electrolyte fuel cells (PEFCs), as well as low-temperature direct-fuel cells using either anion or cation exchange membranes. It discusses diagnostic techniques and systems design for both acid and alkaline fuel cells, catalysts and membranes for acid fuel cells, and catalysts and membranes for alkaline fuel cells.

Book Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells and Electrolyzers 18  PEFC E 18

Download or read book Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells and Electrolyzers 18 PEFC E 18 written by D. J. Jones and published by The Electrochemical Society. This book was released on 2018-09-21 with total page 745 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Electrochemical Polymer Electrolyte Membranes

Download or read book Electrochemical Polymer Electrolyte Membranes written by Jianhua Fang and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2015-04-17 with total page 639 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Electrochemical Polymer Electrolyte Membranes covers PEMs from fundamentals to applications, describing their structure, properties, characterization, synthesis, and use in electrochemical energy storage and solar energy conversion technologies. Featuring chapters authored by leading experts from academia and industry, this authoritative text: Disc

Book Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells

Download or read book Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells written by Michael Eikerling and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2014-09-23 with total page 567 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book provides a systematic and profound account of scientific challenges in fuel cell research. The introductory chapters bring readers up to date on the urgency and implications of the global energy challenge, the prospects of electrochemical energy conversion technologies, and the thermodynamic and electrochemical principles underlying the op

Book Organic Inorganic Composite Polymer Electrolyte Membranes

Download or read book Organic Inorganic Composite Polymer Electrolyte Membranes written by Dr Inamuddin and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-05-10 with total page 474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume explores the latest developments in the area of polymer electrolyte membranes (PEMs) used for high-temperature fuel cells. Featuring contributions from an international array of researchers, it presents a unified viewpoint on the operating principles of fuel cells, various methodologies used for the fabrication of PEMs, and issues related to the chemical and mechanical stabilities of the membranes. Special attention is given to the fabrication of electrospun nanocomposite membranes. The editors have consciously placed an emphasis on developments in the area of fast-growing and promising PEM materials obtained via hygroscopic inorganic fillers, solid proton conductors, heterocyclic solvents, ionic liquids, anhydrous H3PO4 blends, and heteropolyacids. This book is intended for fuel cell researchers and students who are interested in a deeper understanding of the organic–inorganic membranes used in fuel cells, membrane fabrication methodologies, properties and clean energy applications.

Book A Study of Polymer Electrolyte Membranes and Associated Interfacial Systems Via Molecular Dynamics Simulations

Download or read book A Study of Polymer Electrolyte Membranes and Associated Interfacial Systems Via Molecular Dynamics Simulations written by Junwu Liu and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The development of novel polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) materials which operate at high temperature (i.e.> 100°C) and low humidity conditions and efficiently transport protons has been a major focus for PEM fuel cell technology. The motivation behind a high temperature PEM fuel cell is based on the fact that, at high temperature, the catalysts used in the fuel cell are more active and less susceptible to poisoning due to impurities in the feed stream. The challenge lies in the fact that as the temperature is increased, the membrane loses water and its ability to transport protons. The successful design and synthesis of high-performance PEMs would benefit from a fundamental, molecular-scale understanding of how polymer chemistry, hydration levels, and morphology affect proton mobility within the membrane. Additionally, substantially less work has concentrated on the molecular-level details of proton transport at the multi-phase interfaces among the PEM, vapor, water, electrodes, and catalyst surface. The electrochemical processes occurred at such interfaces dictate the performance of the PEM fuel cells. Understanding the structural and dynamic properties at these interfaces is, therefore, crucial for the optimization of current energy devices. All such information cannot come from experimental investigations alone, but requires knowledge of multiscale simulations which are successful in bridging distinct time and length scales, providing insights into the morphology and structure through analysis of the molecular processes. The first objective of this work is to use molecular dynamic (MD) simulations to investigate the nanophase-segregated structure in the PEM as a function of polymer chemistry and hydration levels. The variables probed to define polymer chemistry include (1) side chain length, (2) equivalent weight, and (3) molecular weight. We examine the structure in attempts to establish a relationship between the polymer chemical composition and the hydrated morphology and transport properties. The second objective is to use MD simulations to generate the structure of the interfaces involving the PEM within the Membrane-Electrode Assemblies (MEAs). These interfaces include (1) the PEM/vapor interface, (2) the PEM/vapor/catalyst interface, and (3) the PEM/vapor/carbon electrode interface. We examine these interfaces in order to establish an understanding of the structure of these interfaces as a function of water content.

Book Progress in Digital and Physical Manufacturing

Download or read book Progress in Digital and Physical Manufacturing written by Joel Oliveira Correia Vasco and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-06-14 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains selected papers presented at the second international Conference on Progress in Digital and Physical Manufacturing (ProDPM'21), organized by the School of Technology and Management (ESTG) of the Polytechnic Institute of Leiria (IPL), from the 27th to 29th of October 2021. It represents a significant contribution to the current advances in digital and physical manufacturing issues as it contains topical research in this field. The book is an essential reading for all of those working on digital and physical manufacturing, promoting better links between the academia and the industry. The conference papers cover a wide range of important topics like biomanufacturing, advanced rapid prototyping technologies, rapid tooling and manufacturing, micro-fabrication, 3D CAD and data acquisition, and collaborative design.

Book Polymers for PEM Fuel Cells

Download or read book Polymers for PEM Fuel Cells written by Hongting Pu and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-10-01 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Including chemical, synthetic, and cross-disciplinary approaches; this book includes the necessary techniques and technologies to help readers better understand polymers for polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells. The methods in the book are essential to researchers and scientists in the field and will lead to further development in polymer and fuel cell technologies. • Provides complete, essential, and comprehensive overview of polymer applications for PEM fuel cells • Emphasizes state-of-the-art developments and methods, like PEMs for novel fuel cells and polymers for fuel cell catalysts • Includes detailed chapters on major topics, like PEM for direct liquid fuel cells and fluoropolymers and non-fluorinated polymers for PEM • Has relevance to a range of industries – like polymer engineering, materials, and green technology – involved with fuel cell technologies and R&D

Book Alkaline Anion Exchange Membranes for Fuel Cells

Download or read book Alkaline Anion Exchange Membranes for Fuel Cells written by Jince Thomas and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2024-02-05 with total page 453 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alkaline Anion Exchange Membranes for Fuel Cells Build the fuel cells of the future with this cutting-edge material Alkaline anion exchange membranes (AAEMs) are cutting-edge polyelectrolyte materials with growing renewable energy applications including fuel cells, batteries, hydrogen electrolyzers and electrodialysis technologies. Their use in relatively new alkaline exchange membrane fuel cells (AEMFCs) is designed to produce cost-effective clean energy (electricity) produced by a chemical reaction. Rigorous studies are being conducted to meet the requirements of AAEMs precisely tailored for high anion conductivity and durability for future high energy efficient devices. Hence, over the past few years the academic and industrial scientific communities have explored various polymeric, composite and inorganic materials and studied their properties as a potential AAEM. The accumulated literature in this area of investigation is vast and in order to provide the community with the tools needed to strive forward, there is a clear need to condense this information in a single volume. Alkaline Anion Exchange Membranes for Fuel Cells meets this need with a comprehensive overview of the properties of these membranes and their applications. The book considers recent developments, common challenges, and the long-term prospects for this field of research and engineering. It constitutes a one-stop resource for the development and production of AAEM fuel cells and related electrochemical applications. Alkaline Anion Exchange Membranes for Fuel Cells readers will find: Discussion of electrochemical applications like redox flow batteries, water electrolysis, and many more Detailed treatment of specially tailored cationic groups such as quaternary ammonium and guanidinium Expert advice on efficient fabrication and electrode assembly Alkaline Anion Exchange Membranes for Fuel Cells is ideal for electrochemists, materials scientists, polymer chemists, electrical engineers, and anyone working in power technology or related fields.

Book Materials for Fuel Cells

Download or read book Materials for Fuel Cells written by M Gasik and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2008-10-27 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fuel cell is an electrochemical device that converts the chemical energy of a reaction (between fuel and oxidant) directly into electricity. Given their efficiency and low emissions, fuel cells provide an important alternative to power produced from fossil fuels. A major challenge in their use is the need for better materials to make fuel cells cost-effective and more durable. This important book reviews developments in materials to fulfil the potential of fuel cells as a major power source. After introductory chapters on the key issues in fuel cell materials research, the book reviews the major types of fuel cell. These include alkaline fuel cells, polymer electrolyte fuel cells, direct methanol fuel cells, phosphoric acid fuel cells, molten carbonate fuel cells, solid oxide fuel cells and regenerative fuel cells. The book concludes with reviews of novel fuel cell materials, ways of analysing performance and issues affecting recyclability and life cycle assessment. With its distinguished editor and international team of contributors, Materials for fuel cells is a valuable reference for all those researching, manufacturing and using fuel cells in such areas as automotive engineering. Examines the key issues in fuel cell materials research Reviews the major types of fuel cells such as direct methanol and regenerative fuel cells Further chapters explore ways of analysing performance and issues affecting recyclability and life cycle assessment