title: Cross-linked comb-shaped anion exchange membranes with high base stability.
abstract: A unique one-step cross-linking strategy that connects quaternary ammonium centers using Grubbs II-catalyzed olefin metathesis was developed. The cross-linked anion exchange membranes showed swelling ratios of less than 10% and hydroxide conductivities of 18 to 40 mS cm(-1). Cross-linking improved the membranes' stability to hydroxide degradation compared to their non-cross-linked analogues.
authors.affiliation: Department of Materials Science and Engineering, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA. hickner@matse.psu.edu.
authors.forename: Nanwen
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Li
authors.forename: Lizhu
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Wang
authors.forename: Michael
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Hickner