18331408. Method of Manufacturing Highly Durable Electrolyte Membrane for Fuel Cells simplified abstract (Hyundai Motor Company)
Contents
- 1 Method of Manufacturing Highly Durable Electrolyte Membrane for Fuel Cells
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 Method of Manufacturing Highly Durable Electrolyte Membrane for Fuel Cells - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
Method of Manufacturing Highly Durable Electrolyte Membrane for Fuel Cells
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kweon Ju Park of Hwaseong-si (KR)
Method of Manufacturing Highly Durable Electrolyte Membrane for Fuel Cells - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18331408 titled 'Method of Manufacturing Highly Durable Electrolyte Membrane for Fuel Cells
Simplified Explanation
The embodiment method of manufacturing an electrolyte membrane for fuel cells involves creating a three-layer structure with ionomer layers on both surfaces of a porous support, pressurizing inert gas to produce a microporous membrane, impregnating the membrane with additional ionomer solution, and drying it.
- Three-layer structure with ionomer layers on porous support
- Pressurizing inert gas to create microporous membrane
- Impregnating membrane with additional ionomer solution
- Drying the microporous membrane
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in fuel cells, hydrogen production, and other electrochemical devices requiring efficient electrolyte membranes.
Problems Solved
This method solves the challenge of producing a high-quality, microporous electrolyte membrane for fuel cells with improved performance and durability.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include enhanced fuel cell efficiency, increased power output, longer lifespan, and overall improved performance of electrochemical devices.
Potential Commercial Applications
Commercial applications of this technology include fuel cell vehicles, portable electronic devices, stationary power generation systems, and other clean energy technologies.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include methods for manufacturing electrolyte membranes for fuel cells using different techniques such as casting, coating, or spraying processes.
Unanswered Questions
How does this method compare to traditional methods of manufacturing electrolyte membranes for fuel cells?
This method offers a more efficient and controlled process for producing microporous electrolyte membranes compared to traditional techniques, resulting in improved performance and durability.
What are the specific characteristics of the microporous membrane produced using this method?
The microporous membrane produced using this method is expected to have high porosity, uniform ionomer distribution, and enhanced gas diffusion properties, leading to improved fuel cell performance.
Original Abstract Submitted
An embodiment method of manufacturing an electrolyte membrane for fuel cells includes preparing a three-layer structure including a first ionomer layer on a first surface of a porous support and a second ionomer layer on a second surface of the porous support opposite the first surface, pressurizing an inert gas into the three-layer structure to produce a microporous membrane, impregnating the microporous membrane with an additional ionomer solution, and drying the microporous membrane.
