Covering the latest developments in the field, this book provides an up-to-date summary of PEM fuel cell technology and presents the analysis, modeling and simulation of the electrochemical and transport processes. The book explains issues related to performance enhancement and design optimization and discusses the problems of heat and water management in PEM fuel cells. Key features include: * researching fuel cells and designing fuel cell systems, this book is also a comprehensive reference for newcomers to the field and advanced university students * devoted entirely to the development and applications of polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells * provides an essential guide to performance enhancement and design optimization * presents the components and configurations of PEM fuel cells. * covers the basic principles of operation including electrochemical reactions, the transport of reactants and water * discusses carbon monoxide poisoning and mitigation methods * also includes illustrative examples and case studies   A must have for researchers involved in developing fuel cell systems and designing fuel cell applications. As well as practicing electrical and automotive engineers; industrialists working to develop new fuel cell systems. A useful reference for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students studying fuel cell modules within courses on automotive, chemical or power engineering.