Abstract
Poly(bis(phenoxy)phosphazene) (SPBPP)/phosphotungstic acid (PWA)/silica composite membranes for fuel cells were prepared. The composite membranes were characterized by using FTIR, TGA and SEM techniquies. Incorporation of PWA particles and silica particles into the SPBPP polymer matrix and a specific interaction between them were confirmed by FTIR spectra. TGA results showed that the composite membranes had high thermal stability. Homogeneous distribution of PWA and silica particles within the SPBPP matrix was verified by SEM micrographs. The doped membranes showed increased water uptake and proton conductivity.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 996-1002 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Chinese Journal of Polymer Science (English Edition) |
Volume | 32 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Aug 2014 |
Keywords
- Composite membrane
- Proton conductivity
- Sulfonated polyphosphazene