Synthesis and Properties of Sulfonated Poly (Maleimide) for Proton Exchange Membranes in Fuel Cells

Authors

  • Ahmet Gültek Inonu University
  • Turgay Seçkin Inonu University
  • Yusuf Gökcen Inonu University
  • Süleyman Köytepe Inonu University

Keywords:

Microbial fuel cel, PEM membrane, Poly(maleimide)

Abstract

In this paper, the synthesis and characterization of new sulfonated poly(maleimide) is described. Two-step polymerization method was used to prepare the sulfonated poly(maleimide) from maleic anhydride (MA) and p-dimethylamino-azobenzenesulfonic acid (DMBSA). The sulfonation degree of the polymer was regulated through variation of the molar ratio of DMBSA. Flexible, transparent, and mechanically strong membranes were successfully obtained. The membranes were characterized with Fourier transform infrared spectra, 1H NMR, thermogravimetric analysis, ion-exchange capacity, and proton conductivity measurements. These results showed that the membranes had good thermal stability and exhibited high conductivity.

 

 

Author Biographies

Ahmet Gültek, Inonu University

Associate professor in chemistry department, physical chemistry.

Turgay Seçkin, Inonu University

Professor in chemistry department, physical chemistry.

Yusuf Gökcen, Inonu University

Master student in biology department.

Süleyman Köytepe, Inonu University

Associate professor in chemistry department, physical chemistry.

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2015-08-15

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Gültek, A., Seçkin, T., Gökcen, Y., & Köytepe, S. (2015). Synthesis and Properties of Sulfonated Poly (Maleimide) for Proton Exchange Membranes in Fuel Cells. Asian Journal of Applied Sciences, 3(4). Retrieved from https://ajouronline.com/index.php/AJAS/article/view/2890

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