{"product_id":"9781845694838","title":"Materials for Fuel Cells","description":"A fuel cell is an electrochemical device that converts the chemical energy of a reaction (between fuel and oxidant) directly into electricity. Given their efficiency and low emissions, fuel cells provide an important alternative to power produced from fossil fuels. A major challenge in their use is the need for better materials to make fuel cells cost-effective and more durable. This important book reviews developments in materials to fulfil the potential of fuel cells as a major power source.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter introductory chapters on the key issues in fuel cell materials research, the book reviews the major types of fuel cell. These include alkaline fuel cells, polymer electrolyte fuel cells, direct methanol fuel cells, phosphoric acid fuel cells, molten carbonate fuel cells, solid oxide fuel cells and regenerative fuel cells. The book concludes with reviews of novel fuel cell materials, ways of analysing performance and issues affecting recyclability and life cycle assessment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its distinguished editor and international team of contributors, Materials for fuel cells is a valuable reference for all those researching, manufacturing and using fuel cells in such areas as automotive engineering.\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamines the key issues in fuel cell materials research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReviews the major types of fuel cells such as direct methanol and regenerative fuel cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurther chapters explore ways of analysing performance and issues affecting recyclability and life cycle assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Elsevier Science","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47153053532400,"sku":"9781845694838","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781845694838_p0.jpg?v=1763745090","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781845694838","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}