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Atomically thin CVD graphene-integrated proton exchange membrane electrode assemblies: fabrication parameter space and hydrogen crossover mitigation

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: crossover without impacting proton conductance. Notably, the decal approach remains effective even for thinner (∼12 μm thick) PEMs with inherently higher proton conductance, where reduced crossover can enable enhanced membrane durability and fuel cell efficiency. These findings establish fabrication-sensitive design rules for integrating 2D materials into MEAs and highlight the advantages of the decal-transfer approach for next-generation PEMs.

Source: Nanoscale

DOI: 10.1039/d6nr00201c

Authors: Xiaozong Fan, Aman Tamboli, Pavan Chaturvedi, Rafiq Ahmed, Anusorn Kongkanand, Piran R. Kidambi

Institutions: Vanderbilt University, General Motors (United States), University of Florida

Language: English

Topic: Fuel Cells and Related Materials

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Affordable and clean energy

Open Access status: hybrid