Nano-Electrocatalyst for Oxygen Reduction Reaction: Fundamentals to Field Applications

Bys: Solorza-Feria, Omar and Kamaraj, Sathish-Kumar

Global warming switches our reliance from fossil fuels to green, sustainable renewable energy sources. Because of its promising nature, high-efficiency nano-electrocatalysts have sparked interest in renewable energy. Hydrogen fuel cell/polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) vehicles are the most environmentally conscious electromobility vehicles, with a high energy density and quick refuelling technology, prompting the auto industry to launch a variety of PEM fuel cell vehicles around the world. Oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) primary research interests include fuel cells and metal-air batteries. The sluggish kinetic reaction of ORR, which is responsible for the rate-limiting reaction at the PEM fuel cell cathodic system, further decreases energy efficiency. Optimising ORR for market expansion with cost-effective and efficient nano-electrocatalysts, on the other hand, remains a challenge.

The book covers fundamental ORR reaction kinetics theories, tools, and techniques. It also explains the nano electrocatalysts for ORR made of noble, non-noble, and nanocarbon materials. Finally, the book explores the applications of PEM fuel cells and metal-air batteries.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1032369736
• ISBN13: 9781032369730
• Release Date: June 2024
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"