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Fall 2009 Seminars
Water Management in Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells
Chao-Yang Wang
Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Professor of Materials Science and Engineering
Director, Electrochemical Engine Center (ECEC)
Pennsylvania State University
Thursday, September 3, 2009
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
102 Chemistry Building
Abstract
This talk consists of two parts. Part I is a brief overview of research and graduate education on fuel cells and energy storage systems
that are presently underway at ECEC with applications to energy-efficient automobiles, renewable energy storage, and tether-free electronics.
In Part II, I will present a research problem dealing with water and thermal management in polymer electrolyte fuel cells (PEFC) and how it impacts performance and durability of fuel cell vehicles. I will discuss the experimental and multiscale modeling efforts towards establishing a basic understanding of liquid water formation and transport in PEFCs.