ABSTRACT
With contributions from international scientists active in PEM fuel cell research, this two-volume handbook provides a comprehensive source of state-of-the-art research in the field. The handbook looks at how to overcome the technical challenges of PEM fuel cell technology and drive the technology toward increased commercialization. The first volume in the set analyzes failure modes that result in the insufficient durability of PEM fuel cells. Supplying a handy toolbox for practical work, the second volume brings together the different types of diagnostic tools currently used by PEM fuel cell researchers.
VOLUME I: Introduction. Catalyst Degradation. Catalyst Support Degradation. Membrane Degradation. Porous Transport Layer Degradation. Degradation of Bipolar Plates and Its Effect on PEM Fuel Cells. Degradation of Other Components. Contaminant-Induced Degradation. Environment-Induced Degradation. Operation-Induced Degradation. Design-Related Durability Issues. Index.VOLUME II: Introduction. IN SITU DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS: PEM Fuel Cell Testing. Polarization Curve. Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy. Cyclic Voltammetry. Linear Sweep Voltammetry. Current Interruption. Cathode Discharge. Water Transfer Factor Measurement. Current Mapping. Transparent Cell. Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Neutron Imaging. EX SITU DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS: X-Ray Diffraction. Scanning Electron Microscopy. Transmission Electron Microscopy. Infrared Imaging. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy. X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy. Atomic Force Microscopy. Binary Gas Diffusion. Gas Permeability of PEMs. Species Detection. Rotating Disk Electrode/Rotating Ring-Disk Electrode. Porosimetry and Characterization of the Capillary Properties of Gas Diffusion Media. Index.
