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5 papers

physics.chem-ph2026

Degradation of Proton Exchange Membrane Water Electrolyzers in Accelerated Stress Tests of Dynamic Load Cycling

Yunyi Zhang, Qingbo Gao, Jiawei Yang +4

Proton exchange membrane water electrolysis (PEMWE) is a promising technology for harnessing intermittent renewable energy. This study experimentally investigates the degradation o…

physics.flu-dyn2026

Effect of startup modes on cold start performance of PEM fuel cells with different cathode flow fields

Wenzhe Zhang, Xingxiao Tao, Qifeng Li +4

Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC) is widely recognized for its cleanliness and high efficiency, but is still facing challenges in cold environments. At low temperatures, t…

physics.flu-dyn2026

Effects of gas diffusion layer thickness on PEM fuel cells with composite foam-rib flow fields

Wei Gao, Qifeng Li, Kai Sun +3

Gas diffusion layers (GDLs) play a crucial role for the performance of proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs). The utilization of composite foam-rib flow fields (CFRFFs) can…

physics.chem-ph2026

Correlation between 2D Square Ice and 3D Bulk Ice by Critical Crystallization Pressure

Zhen Zeng, Kai Sun, Rui Chen +3

Low-dimensional ice trapped in nanocapillaries is a fascinating phenomenon and is ubiquitous in our daily lives. As a decisive factor of the confinement effect, the size of nanocap…

physics.flu-dyn2025

Two-phase flow in porous metal foam flow fields of PEM fuel cells

Xingxiao Tao, Kai Sun, Rui Chen +4

Porous metal foam (PMF) flow field is a potential option for proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) due to its excellent capabilities in gas distribution and water drainage.…