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Most of the fuel cells use hydrogen as the fuel to generate electricity, However, DMFC use methanol as a fuel input along with water. Methanol has higher energy density than hydrogen and it is easy to transport as it is like a liquid and similar to gasoline. It is a dense liquid but considered as a stable one. Its efficiency is around 40% and the operating temperature is between 50°C and 120°C. It is used as a powering circuit for laptops, cell phones, and other portable items.

Figure 1.9 Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell.