Electrochemical Analysis and Advanced Materials for Electrodes in Fuel Cells and Electrolyzers
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "D1: Advanced Energy Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 18 February 2025 | Viewed by 557
Special Issue Editors
Interests: nanomaterials and electrodes for membrane electrode assembly in fuel cells and electrolyzers
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Fuel cells and electrolyzers are pivotal in advancing electrochemical energy conversion technologies, driven by the goal of achieving a carbon-neutral society by 2050. This Special Issue emphasizes the significance of advanced materials and their application to high-performance electrodes for both industrial and practical uses.
Fuel cells transform chemical energy into electrical energy with high efficiency and minimal harmful emissions, crucial for reducing carbon footprints. Electrolyzers use electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen, enabling the production of green hydrogen as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. The performance and longevity of these technologies significantly depend on the properties of their electrode materials.
This Special Issue explores the synthesis, characterization, and integration of novel advanced materials into electrodes. Key materials include nanostructured catalysts, binders, ionomers, and gas diffusion layers, which improve catalytic activity and durability. These properties are essential for improving the efficiency and robustness of fuel cells and electrolyzers. The state-of-the-art electrochemical analysis methods, such as electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and distribution of relaxation times analysis, provide comprehensive data on charge transfer resistances and other critical factors affecting electrode performance.
Furthermore, sophisticated analytical techniques like in situ and operando approaches enable real-time monitoring of electrochemical processes, offering a detailed understanding of the dynamic changes at the electrode–electrolyte interface. This Special Issue also addresses the challenges of scaling laboratory research to industrial applications, considering material design, economics, and environmental impact.
By presenting breakthroughs in advanced materials for electrodes, this Special Issue fosters interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, industry experts, and policymakers. These advancements contribute to the global effort to develop sustainable energy technologies essential for achieving carbon neutrality and a cleaner, greener future.
Prof. Dr. Chanho Pak
Dr. Jong Gyeong Kim
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- fuel cell
- electrolyzers
- advanced materials
- electrode fabrication
- electrode characterization
- nanostructured catalysts
- electrochemical analysis
- electrochemical impedance spectroscopy
- distribution of relaxation times
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