Title

Catalytic Oxidation Of Methanol And Ethanol Via Nafion Supported Platinum/Gold Nanoparticles

Abstract

Polymer electrolyte membrane fuels cells (PEMFC) have recently shown promise as an alternative energy source. PEMFCs were originally conceived for use with hydrogen, however fuels such as methanol and ethanol are gaining attention due to their stability at room temperature, making these fuels safer and easier to store. Studies have shown utilizing various nanoparticles, such as ceria and gold/platinum, at the surface of the electrode significantly increase the catalytic ability of the electorde to oxidize alcohols. Until recently, these nanoparticles have been allocated to the surface via electro-deposition, which is a difficult method to implement in industry. In this study, methods characterizing these nanoparticles were pursued as well as alternative methods of depositing these nanoparticles using nafion. These nafion supported electrodes have shown comparable catalytic capability as well as demonstrating an easier and more practical way of utilizing nanoparticles for alcohol oxidation.

Publication Date

12-1-2011

Publication Title

ACS National Meeting Book of Abstracts

Number of Pages

-

Document Type

Article; Proceedings Paper

Personal Identifier

scopus

Socpus ID

84861034465 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/84861034465

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