Engineering proton conduction and Pt utilization via interfacial control for high-performance proton exchange membrane fuel cells

Key Points

• Enhanced proton conduction leads to superior fuel cell performance, indicating promising applications in clean energy.
• Quantitative improvements were noted with platinum utilization reaching 50% efficiency in specific conditions.
• Research utilized interfacial control techniques to optimize membrane transport mechanisms in fuel cells.
• This highlights the potential for advanced engineering to elevate fuel cell technology efficacy, supporting cleaner energy solutions.