Nano-electrocatalyst for Oxygen Reduction Reaction

<p>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.</p><p>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.</p>