| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1270986 | International Journal of Hydrogen Energy | 2015 | 13 Pages |
•Cation structures determine AAEM stability.•Resonance contribution to cation stability is controversial; substitution structure is important.•Backbone structure may influence cation stability.•Polymer/inorganic AAEMs deserve further attention.
Alkaline anion exchange membrane (AAEM) is the core component of anion exchange membrane fuel cell. This review covers the recent progress in addressing the low alkaline stability of AAEMs under fuel cell conditions. Efforts have been made to identify and understand the main factors influencing AAEM stability, especially the ion exchange group's stability. These factors include the membrane material's cation structure, backbone structure, steric hindrance, cross-linking and so on. Strategies to improve AAEM stability are also discussed and proposed.
Graphical abstractFigure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slide
