From Membranes to Electrodes: Aligned Membrane Electrode Assemblies for Ion-Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells and Water Electrolyzers

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• The study demonstrates enhanced electrochemical performance through aligned membrane electrode assemblies, showing promise for fuel cells.
• Electrode alignment improved efficiency by enhancing ion transport dynamics across ion-exchange membranes, leading to better electricity generation.
• Analysis focused on the application in water electrolyzers, exploring how aligned structures affect performance metrics in real-world scenarios.
• This work highlights the potential of membrane technology, which could lead to more efficient energy systems, with further validation needed in practical settings.