Electrode Ionomers and Low-Platinum Solutions for Fuel Cells

Renewable Energy Division

Fuel cell research and development

Energy Research and Development

Higher education and research

A type of catalyst, specifically developed by Adzic, that is more effective than conventional platinum catalysts and helps reduce the cost of fuel cell production without sacrificing performance.

Materials used in fuel cell electrodes to improve ion transport and structural integrity. The 3M project focuses on integrating new electrode ionomers with low-platinum solutions.

Crucial components for storing hydrogen, either as compressed gas or supercooled liquid, which are necessary for powering hydrogen-based vessels.

United States

Tennessee

Integration of new electrode ionomers and low-platinum solutions into fuel cells to improve electrode structure and performance.

Study of fuel cell membrane degradation to identify new ways to improve fuel cell technology and durability.

Testing of new electrocatalysts that make very little use of platinum to improve fuel cell performance.