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Project Code [2007-FS-ET-6-M5]
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Project title
Zero Carbon Emission Microfuel Cell Design
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
University College Cork (UCC)
Lead Applicant
Lorraine Nagle
Project Abstract
The design of a prototype direct borohydride fuel cell is proposed using the unique catalytic compatibility of a novel nanoporous gold anode catalyst to realise the maximum energy output from a ?zero-emission? fuel. None of the more expensive platinum group metal catalysts can singularly satisfy both requirements of high catalytic activity for borohydride oxidation and low activity for its competing hydrolysis. The cell will be tested for fuel consumption, power density and total cost with the view to unveiling a competitive, environmentally cleaner energy carrier. A wireless sensor will be chosen as a demonstrator of the fuel cells power capabilities.
Grant Approved
�238,043.76
Research Hub
Green and Circular Economy
Research Theme
Waste and Resources Management
Initial Projected Completion Date
01/03/2010