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Proton channels

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The structure of Nafion, the polymer electrolyte membrane used in some fuel cells, has been extensively debated over recent decades. Now, a model reveals the nanoscale arrangement that could explain the excellent transport properties of the material.

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Figure 1: The applications and components of fuel cells.

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Figure 2: Characterization of a Nafion membrane using various techniques.

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    Olivier Diat & Gérard Gebel

  2. UMR 5257, ICSM - CEA Marcoule, BP 17171, Bagnols sur Céze, 30207, cedex, France

    Olivier Diat

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