| abstract |
A fuel cell apparatus is provided that includes an electrochemical energy conversion device comprising an anode and a cathode. The cathode receives an air gas stream flowing thereto. The apparatus further includes a humidity exchange component and a gas scrubber component. The humidity exchange component controls a humidity level in the gas stream flowing toward the cathode. The gas scrubber component includes an active material that reduces a carbon dioxide content level from the air gas stream. A method of using the apparatus is provided. |