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A composite membrane made from medium-chain-length poly-3-hydroxyalkanoates and carbon nanotubes is used as a proton exchange membrane in a microbial fuel cell, showing improved performance and stability.

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Abstract

Key findings

  • The composite membrane exhibits higher power density and coulombic efficiency compared to traditional Nafion membranes.
  • The presence of carbon nanotubes enhances the membrane's mechanical strength and conductivity.
  • The use of medium-chain-length poly-3-hydroxyalkanoates as a biopolymer reduces the membrane's cost and environmental impact.

Keywords

Microbial fuel cellProton exchange membrane fuel cellMembraneChemical engineeringNafionComposite number

Identifiers

DOI
10.1080/00986445.2018.1521392
Journal
Chemical Engineering Communications
Year
2019