Tailoring ionomer distribution in the catalyst layer <i>via</i> heteroatom-functionalization toward superior PEMFC performance
Dianding Sun, Zhong Zhao, Jin Meng, Haimin Zhang
Abstract
Co/C catalysts on the proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC). The results demonstrated that N-functionalization is more beneficial for the distribution of the ionomer in the catalyst layer, resulting in a trade-off between oxygen and hydronium ion transport.
Topics & Concepts
Surface modificationCatalysisHeteroatomIonomerLayer (electronics)Materials scienceChemical engineeringChemistryNanotechnologyOrganic chemistryComposite materialPolymerEngineeringRing (chemistry)CopolymerFuel Cells and Related MaterialsElectrocatalysts for Energy ConversionAdvancements in Solid Oxide Fuel Cells