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Corresponding Author

Xin-ping QIU

Abstract

In this paper,the work of Pt-based catalysts modified by metal oxides as the anode catalysts of direct methanol fuel cell(DMFC) is reviewed.The relationship between the structure and the composition of the catalysts and the reaction mechanism,exiting problems and developing direction are discussed.

Keywords

direct methanol fuel cell, electrocatalysis mechanism, metal oxide, Pt-based catalyst

Publication Date

2009-11-28

Online Available Date

2009-11-28

Revised Date

2009-11-28

Received Date

2009-11-28

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