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Fullerene derivatives extend life of Direct Methanol Fuel Cell membrane
Publication Date:23-January-2007
12:30 PM US Eastern Timezone 
Source:Japan Chemical Week
Japan-based Science Laboratories has formulated fullerene derivatives for producing cost-efficient and longer-lasting hydrocarbon based electrolyte membranes used in direct methanol fuel cells. 

The materials are intended for use as raw materials and can be combined with general-purpose resins or engineering plastics to produce highly-durable electrolyte membranes. 

Fullerenes exhibit superior resistance to heat and acid, impeding the tendency of the membrane's proton-conducting groups from gradually breaking away. 

Science Laboratories intends to supply samples of the materials to electrolyte membrane producers for product review.

 
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