scholarly journals Composite Nafion-CaTiO3-δ Membranes as Electrolyte Component for PEM Fuel Cells

Polymers ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
pp. 2019
Author(s):  
Lucia Mazzapioda ◽  
Carmelo Lo Vecchio ◽  
Olesia Danyliv ◽  
Vincenzo Baglio ◽  
Anna Martinelli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Composite Membranes ◽  
Pem Fuel Cells ◽  
Calcium Titanate ◽  
Proton Exchange ◽  
Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Direct Methanol

Manufacturing new electrolytes with high ionic conductivity has been a crucial challenge in the development and large-scale distribution of fuel cell devices. In this work, we present two Nafion composite membranes containing a non-stoichiometric calcium titanate perovskite (CaTiO3−δ) as a filler. These membranes are proposed as a proton exchange electrolyte for Polymer Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) fuel cell devices. More precisely, two different perovskite concentrations of 5 wt% and 10 wt%, with respect to Nafion, are considered. The structural, morphological, and chemical properties of the composite membranes are studied, revealing an inhomogeneous distribution of the filler within the polymer matrix. Direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) tests, at 110 °C and 2 M methanol concentration, were also performed. It was observed that the membrane containing 5 wt% of the additive allows the highest cell performance in comparison to the other samples, with a maximum power density of about 70 mW cm−2 at 200 mA cm−2. Consequently, the ability of the perovskite structure to support proton carriers is here confirmed, suggesting an interesting strategy to obtain successful materials for electrochemical devices.

Nanoimprint of Polymer Electrolyte Membrane for Micro Direct Methanol Fuel Cell Application

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (26) ◽  
pp. 11-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi Zhang ◽  
Jian Lu ◽  
Qing Wang ◽  
Masakaru Takahashi ◽  
Toshihiro Itoh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Polymer Electrolyte ◽  
Direct Methanol Fuel Cell ◽  
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Fuel Cell Application ◽  
Direct Methanol ◽  
Methanol Fuel Cell

Platinum-Catalyzed Polymer Electrolyte Membrane for Fuel Cells

1999 ◽  
Vol 575 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Jan Hwang ◽  
Hong Shao ◽  
Neville Richards ◽  
Jerome Schmitt ◽  
Andrew Hunt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Proton Exchange Membrane ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Chemical Vapor ◽  
Proton Exchange ◽  
Fabrication Process ◽  
Membrane Electrode ◽  
Fuel Cell Performance ◽  
Electrolyte Membrane

ABSTRACTThe objective of this research is to develop the combustion chemical vapor deposition (CCVD) process for low-cost manufacture of catalytic coatings for proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) applications. The platinum coatings as well as the fabrication process for membrane-electrode-assemblies (MEAs) were evaluated in a single testing fuel cell using hydrogen/oxygen. It was found that increasing the platinum loading from 0.05 to 0.1 mg/cm2 did not increase the fuel cell performance. The in-house MEA fabrication process needs to be improved to reduce the cell resistance. Significantly higher performance of Pt coating by the CCVD process has been obtained by MCT's fuelcell industry collaborators who are more experienced with MEA fabrication. The results can not be revealed due to confidentiality agreements.

Facile Preparation of Well-Dispersed GO-SPEEK Composite Membranes by Electrospun for Fuel Cell Applications

2015 ◽  
Vol 1735 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xu Liu ◽  
Xiaoyu Meng ◽  
Chuanming Shi ◽  
Jiangbei Huo ◽  
Ziqing Cai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Proton Conductivity ◽  
Composite Membrane ◽  
Composite Membranes ◽  
Proton Exchange ◽  
Electrospinning Technique ◽  
Fuel Cell Application ◽  
High Proton ◽  
Poly Ether Ether Ketone ◽  
Direct Methanol

ABSTRACTGraphene oxide (GO) is one of the most attractive inorganic nanofillers in proton exchange membranes (PEMs) for its large specific surface area and high proton conductivity. The proton conductivity of GO nanosheet is known to be orders of magnitude greater than the bulk GO, thus it is essential to improve the dispersion of GO nanosheets in the PEM matrix to achieve higher conductivity. In this study, we report a facile and effective method to fabricate a GO/sulfonated poly ether ether ketone (SPEEK) composite membrane with well-dispersed GO nanosheets in SPEEK matrix by using electrospinning technique for direct methanol fuel cell application. The composite membrane exhibits improved proton conductivity, dimensional stability and methanol barrier property due to the presence of well-dispersed GOs. It is believed that the GO nanosheets can not only induce continuous channels for proton-conducting via Grotthuss mechanism, but also act as methanol barriers to hinder the methanol molecules from passing through the membrane.

Water Balance in PEM and Direct Methanol Fuel Cells

2004 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael G. Izenson ◽  
Roger W. Hill
Keyword(s):  
Fuel Cells ◽  
Water Balance ◽  
Power Systems ◽  
Direct Methanol Fuel Cells ◽  
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Pem Fuel Cells ◽  
Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Direct Methanol ◽  
Specific Calculations ◽  
Methanol Fuel Cells

Water management is a critical design issue for polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells, because the PEM must be maintained at the proper water content to remain ionically conducting without flooding the electrodes. Furthermore, portable PEM power systems should operate at water balance to minimize weight. This paper presents the basic design relationships that govern water balance in a PEM fuel cell. Specific calculations are presented based on data from hydrogen/air and direct methanol fuel cells currently under development for portable power systems. We will show how the water balance operating point depends on the cell operating parameters and show the sensitivity to off-design conditions.

Effect of Channel Geometry on Two-Phase Flow Structure in Fuel Cell Gas Channels

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cody D. Rath ◽  
Satish G. Kandlikar
Keyword(s):  
Water Management ◽  
Fuel Cell ◽  
High Efficiency ◽  
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Pem Fuel Cells ◽  
Gas Diffusion ◽  
Ex Situ ◽  
Two Phase ◽  
Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Excess Water

Water management issues continue to be a major concern for the performance of polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells. Maintaining the optimal amount of hydration can ensure that the cell is operating properly and with high efficiency. There are several components that can affect water management, however one area that has received increased attention is the interface between the gas diffusion layer (GDL) and the gas reactant channels where excess water has a tendency to build up and block reactant gasses. One key parameter that can affect this build up is the geometry of the microchannels. The work presented here proposes an optimal trapezoidal geometry which will aid in the removal of excess water in the gas channels. The Concus-Finn condition is applied to the channel surfaces and GDL to ensure the water will be drawn away from GDL surface and wicked to the top corner of the channel. An ex situ setup is designed to establish the validity of the Concus-Finn application. Once validated, this condition is then used to design optimal channel geometries for water removal in a PEM fuel cell gas channel.

scholarly journals Simulation of Fuel Cell Technology Using Matlab

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3.27) ◽  
pp. 80
Author(s):  
G Sheebha Jyothi ◽  
Y Bhaskar Rao
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Fuel Cell ◽  
Energy Supply ◽  
Proton Exchange Membrane ◽  
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Electrical Energy ◽  
Fast Response ◽  
Proton Exchange ◽  
Electrolyte Membrane ◽  
Exchange Membrane

This paper represents a mathematical model for proton exchange membrane fuel cell(PEMFC)system. Proton exchange membrane fuel cell (also called polymer Electrolyte Membrane fuel cells(PEM)) provides a continuous electrical energy supply from fuel at high levels of efficiency and power density. PEMs provide a solid, corrosion free electrolyte, a low running temperature, and fast response to power.  

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