Objectives
- Description of the catalyst coated layer (CCL, membrane or other substrate) structure and transport properties and mechanisms at its different scales
- Characterization of the local conditions in the CCL during operation
- Establishment of the link between structure / properties of CCL, local conditions during operation, and performance
- Propose and validate structure and composition of CCL with improved catalyst efficiency and durability
References:
Impact of CCL on PEMFC cost: https://www.hydrogen.energy.gov/pdfs/17007_fuel_cell_system_cost_2017.pdf
Impact of CCL on MEA performance limitations:
Kongkanand et al., The Priority and Challenge of High-Power Performance of Low-Platinum Proton-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells, J.
Phys. Chem. Lett. 2016, 7, 1127 (anode/cathode: H2/air, 94 °C, 65/65% RH, 250/250 kPaabs, outlet, stoichiometry of 1.5/2. Single
cell, 50 cm2 active area.)
E-Mail:
info@further-fc.eu
Funding:
This project has received funding from the Fuel Cells and Hydrogen 2 Joint Undertaking (now Clean Hydrogen Partnership) under Grant Agreement No 875025. This Joint Undertaking receives support from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation program, Hydrogen Europe and Hydrogen Europe Research.
