Proton exchange membrane for hydrogen electrolysis (IMAGE)

Princeton University, Engineering School

Proton exchange membrane for hydrogen electrolysis

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The researchers identified ions of calcium and magnesium as the main cause of performance loss. These ions stick to the membrane, shown here, blocking ion transport and turning it from a porous pathway to a solid barrier.

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Bumper DeJesus/Princeton University

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