Nanotechnology in Fuel Cells

Nanotechnology in Fuel Cells focuses on the use of nanotechnology in macroscopic and nanosized fuel cells to enhance their performance and lifespan. Nanotechnology-enhanced fuel cells offer several advantages over traditional fuel cells in portable devices, including longer shelf life and lower cost. In the case of proton-exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs), nano-membranes could provide 100 times higher conductivity of hydrogen ions in low humidity conditions, than traditional membranes. For hydrogen fuel cell, nanocatalysts (Pt hybrid nanoparticles) could provide 12 times higher catalytic activity than the conventional catalyst, pure Pt. Besides, nanocontainers could be used as hydrogen fuel tanks with fast charge and release rates. These smart nanocontainers, with high storage capacity, could load and absorb the hydrogen, releasing it when needed. Nanotechnology in Fuel Cells covers the fundamental design concepts and promising applications of nanotechnology-enhanced fuel cells. It is an important reference source for materials scientists and engineers who are looking to understand how nanotechnology is being used to create more efficient macro- and nanosized fuel cells. Outlines how fuel cells can be nanoengineered to enhance their performance and lifespanCovers a variety of fuel cell types, including proton-exchange membrane fuel cells and hydrogen-based fuel cellsAssesses the major challenges of nanoengineering fuel cells at an industrial scale