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This chapter deals with aspects of the synthesis of fuel cell catalysts. Practical catalysts for low-temperature fuel cells are typically in the nano-size range and are frequently formed or deposited on high-surface-area supports. Pt is the most commonly used catalyst for both cathode and anode in proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs). In the case of the cathode, combined catalyst systems such as Pt nanoparticles supported on Au or Pt alloy catalysts, as well as Pt-skin catalysts formed in combination with the iron group metals have also attracted attention. Much work has been carried out on the development of “non-noble” metal (Pt-free) catalysts, the synthesis of which will be discussed in Section 9.5. In the case of the anode, bi-metallic catalysts are typically employed unless the fuel is neat H2. Pt-Ru is the state-of-the-art catalyst for both methanol and reformate fuel cells. For the latter, other anode catalysts such as Pt/MoOx and Pt/Sn are also considered promising.

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Bock, C., Halvorsen, H., MacDougall, B. (2008). Catalyst Synthesis Techniques. In: Zhang, J. (eds) PEM Fuel Cell Electrocatalysts and Catalyst Layers. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84800-936-3_9

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