Polyelectrolyte membranes and methods for making
US8158301B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 29, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P70/50
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A polymer electrolyte membrane includes a porous base membrane and electrolytes dispersed within the pores of the base membrane. The electrolytes include metal oxide compounds having acid functionality. A process for making the membrane is also provided. The membrane is compatible, durable, highly conductive, mechanically strong and dimensionally stable.
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