Unraveling the core of fuel cell performance: engineering the ionomer/catalyst interface
Chenzhao Li, Yü Kang, Ashley Bird, Fei Guo, Ján Ilavský, Yadong Liu, David A. Cullen, Ahmet Kusoglu, Adam Z. Weber, Paulo J. S. G. Ferreira, Jian Xie
Abstract
The interface between the ionomer and catalyst can be engineered by tuning the interactions through surface functionalization of carbon supports of catalysts. Attractive interactions can enhance the performance, while repelling interactions can hinder the performance.
Topics & Concepts
IonomerCatalysisInterface (matter)Surface modificationMaterials scienceFuel cellsCore (optical fiber)Chemical engineeringCarbon fibersNanotechnologyChemistryEngineeringComposite materialOrganic chemistryContact angleComposite numberCopolymerPolymerSessile drop techniqueElectrocatalysts for Energy ConversionFuel Cells and Related MaterialsAdvanced battery technologies research