Fuel cell membrane electrode assembly

Details Fuel cell membrane electrode assembly Fuel cell membrane electrode assembly

2004-09-20

2009-08-11

Crepeau, Jonathan (Department: 1795)

Chemistry: electrical current producing apparatus, product, and

With pressure equalizing means for liquid immersion operation

C429S047000, C429S047000, C429S047000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07572534

ABSTRACT:
Fuel cell membrane electrode assemblies and fuel cell polymer electrolyte membranes are provided comprising bound anionic functional groups and polyvalent cations, such as Mn or Ru cations, which demonstrate increased durability. Methods of making same are also provided.

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