Advanced membrane electrode assemblies for fuel cells
A method of preparing advanced membrane electrode assemblies (MEA) for use in fuel cells. A base polymer is selected for a base membrane. An electrode composition is selected to optimize properties exhibited by the membrane electrode assembly based on the selection of the base polymer. A property-tuning coating layer composition is selected based on compatibility with the base polymer and the electrode composition. A solvent is selected based on the interaction of the solvent with the base polymer and the property-tuning coating layer composition. The MEA is assembled by preparing the base membrane and then applying the property-tuning coating layer to form a composite membrane. Finally, a catalyst is applied to the composite membrane.
- Research Organization:
- Los Alamos National Security, LLC, Los Alamos, NM (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- DOE Contract Number:
- W-7405-ENG-36
- Assignee:
- Los Alamos National Security, LLC (NM)
- Patent Number(s):
- 8,227,147
- Application Number:
- 11/113,678
- OSTI ID:
- 1176462
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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