The proposed IP is devoted to further development of the PEMFC technology based on temperature-resistant polymer membranes for operation above 100°C. The strategic developments of the FURIM are in three steps: (1) improvement of high temperature polymer membranes and related materials; (2) development of technological units including fuel cell stack, hydrocarbon reformer, afterburner and power management system; and (3) integration of the HT-PEMFC stack with these compatible subunits. The advanced features of the integrated power system include high system efficiency, high power density (small size and light weight of the overall system), simple construction and operation, effective cost, high reliability, less maintenance, and better transient response capacities, which are desirable for both automobile and stationary applications. Trans-national efforts from European industries and R&D groups will be made for the development and exploitation. The fulfilment of the project objectives will sufficiently promote the commercialisation of the fuel cell technology and therefore substantially increase the energy efficiency and reduce polluting emissions, which are the main objectives of the Programme.

components for high temperature polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells

micro fuel cell with a polymer electrolyte membrane integrated on a silicon chip

plasma treatment for pemfc (polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell) applications

a new and cost-effective polymer electrolyte for use in fuel cells and electrical batteries

synthesis of nanosized electroceramics for intermediate temperature fuel cells.

systems for the manufacture of room-temperature stable cytochrome p450 (cyp) enzymes in high levels and high activity in human-like cells

stationary and not stationary hybrid plants with molten carbonate fuel cells (mcfc) or solide oxide fuel cells (sofc) for the simultaneous production of electric, thermal and cooling energy

high-efficiency textile fixed bed system for performance improvement of wastewater treatment plants

innovative system for surveillance and recording of high temperature processes.

high oxygen production in thin-film materials could lead to greatly increased power production for fuel cells