Structured electrolytes for lighweight fuel cells

"Compact and lightweight power sources are needed for communication, computation and sensors. There are no solid proton conductors that work satisfactorily between 200 and 500¿C. This is a most important and desirable range of operating temperatures forsmall and scalable fuel cells. This research explores the feasibility of developing structured solid-state proton conductors that operate efficiently at temperatures above 100¿ C. The proposed effort would lead to much simpler water management systemsand a much higher tolerance for carbon monoxide levels in the fuel. This reduces the need for auxiliary components and reduces the size and weight of the fuel cell system."