Enhanced power production of a membrane electrode assembly microbial fuel cell (MFC) using a cost effective poly [2,5-benzimidazole] (ABPBI) impregnated non-woven fabric filter

- The performance of a NWF was comparable to that of a PEM.
- A NWF showed stable electrical cell performance over 300 days.
- The oxygen mass transfer coefficient for the NWF was similar to that of a PEM.
- The acetate mass transfer coefficient for the NWF was lower than that of PEM.
- The MFC utilizing ABPBI can improve overall cell performance as a proton conductor.