High performing Y 3 H 5 P 6 O 22 and Er 3 H 5 P 6 O 22 proton conductors: Preparation and Conductivity Study

Key Points

• This research aims to synthesize and evaluate two rare-earth phosphates for their proton conduction properties.
• Synthesized Y3H5P6O22 and Er3H5P6O22 using thin layer technique
• Processed into dense ceramic electrolytes via cold sintering process
• Y3H5P6O22 exhibited high proton conductivity of 0.15 S/cm at elevated temperatures
• Er3H5P6O22 showed promising conductivity results, indicating potential for practical applications