Composite solid polymer electrolyte membranes

Details Composite solid polymer electrolyte membranes Composite solid polymer electrolyte membranes

2004-05-22

2009-06-23

Mulcahy, Peter D. (Department: 1796)

Chemistry: electrical current producing apparatus, product, and

With pressure equalizing means for liquid immersion operation

C429S006000, C429S188000, C429S199000, C429S314000, C524S602000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07550216

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to composite solid polymer electrolyte membranes (SPEMs) which include a porous polymer substrate interpenetrated with a water soluble ion-conducting material. SPEMs of the present invention are useful in electrochemical applications, including fuel cells and electrodialysis.

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