Hybrid Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells: Alkaline Electrodes with Proton Conducting Membrane

Abstract

Smart management: A new hybrid fuel-cell configuration (see picture) exploits the stability and high ionic conductivity of proton-exchange materials (PEM) and electrochemical advantages of anion-exchange membrane (AEM) electrodes. Water management is significantly improved compared to traditional polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells, allowing self-humidification of the cell. Detailed facts of importance to specialist readers are published as "Supporting Information". Such documents are peer-reviewed, but not copy-edited or typeset. They are made available as submitted by the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.