Unraveling the core of fuel cell performance: engineering the ionomer/catalyst interface

Authors: Chenzhao Li, Kang Yu, Ashley Bird, Fei Guo, Jan Ilavsky, Yadong Liu, David A. Cullen, Ahmet Kusoglu, Adam Z. Weber, Paulo J. Ferreira, Jian Xie

Published: 2023-05-11

DOI: 10.1039/d2ee03553g

Source: Full article

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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.