Electrocatalysis for Fuel Cells: Methods, Modelling and Applications

Electrocatalysis for Membrane Fuel Cells is a comprehensive resource that covers hydrogen oxidation reaction, oxygen reduction reaction, electrocatalytic materials, and characterization methods. It provides an introduction to electrochemistry, synthesis and testing of materials, and theoretical explanations of materials and systems. It is designed for researchers and professionals interested in renewable energy and electrocatalysis for chemical energy conversion.

Format: Hardback
Length: 500 pages
Publication date: 23 November 2022
Publisher: Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH

A comprehensive resource that delves into the realm of electrocatalysis for membrane fuel cells, this text offers a thorough exploration of various aspects related to hydrogen oxidation reaction (HOR) and oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). Providing a comprehensive perspective, it encompasses both theoretical considerations and practical applications.

Beginning with an introduction to the fundamental principles of electrochemistry, the text emphasizes the methods employed to obtain the essential parameters that characterize these systems. It then proceeds to cover a range of topics, including electrocatalytic materials and electrode configurations, with a focus on precious versus non-precious metal centers, stability, and the role of supports for catalytic nano-objects.

Furthermore, the text delves into the fundamentals of characterization techniques for materials, encompassing various classes of electrocatalytic materials. It also provides theoretical explanations of materials and systems using both Density Functional Theory (DFT) and molecular modeling. Additionally, the book discusses principles and methods in the analysis of fuel cells systems, fuel cells integration, and subsystem design.

Designed to be a quick and efficient introduction to the field of electrochemistry, this text also serves as a valuable resource for researchers and professionals interested in renewable energy and electrocatalysis for chemical energy conversion. It provides a solid foundation for those seeking to advance their knowledge and expertise in this rapidly evolving area.

Dimension: 244 x 170 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783527348374