Energy Conversion and Storage Devices: Materials and Applications

A special issue of Micromachines (ISSN 2072-666X). This special issue belongs to the section "C:Chemistry".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2024 | Viewed by 902

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Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of Korea
Interests: secondary batteries; fuel cells; electrode materials; smart binder; electrolytes
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Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of Korea
Interests: lithium ion battery; dual ion battery; sodium ion battery; electrolyte additive for battery application

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue, entitled “Energy Conversion and Storage Devices: Materials and Applications”, explores the forefront of advancements in energy technology and focuses on the critical role of materials, devices and their applications. Energy conversion and storage are pivotal components in the transition towards sustainable and renewable energy sources, making this Special Issue highly relevant. This Special Issue delves into the diverse array of materials utilized in energy conversion and storage technologies, ranging from traditional fossil fuel-based systems to cutting-edge renewable energy solutions. It examines the latest developments in materials science, highlighting innovations in the design, synthesis, characterization, and performance evaluation of materials for energy applications. Furthermore, the Special Issue explores the practical implementation and real-world applications of these materials in various energy conversion and storage devices, such as batteries, fuel cells, solar cells, supercapacitors, etc. Via a combination of original research articles, reviews, and perspectives, this Special Issue provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the art in energy conversion and storage materials and their practical applications. We cordially invite you to contribute to this Special Issue. Review articles, communications, and full-size research papers are all welcome.

Prof. Dr. Il Tae Kim
Dr. Tejaswi Tanaji Salunkhe
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Keywords

  • fuel cells
  • supercapacitors
  • batteries
  • electrodes
  • electrolytes
  • energy storage technology
  • renewable energy electrochemistry

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Experimental Proof of Principle of 3D-Printed Microfluidic Benthic Microbial Fuel Cells (MBMFCs) with Inbuilt Biocompatible Carbon-Fiber Electrodes
by Terak Hornik, Maxwell Terry, Michael Krause, Jeffrey K. Catterlin, Kevin L. Joiner, Samuel Aragon, Angelica Sarmiento, Yolanda Meriah Arias-Thode and Emil P. Kartalov
Micromachines 2024, 15(7), 870; https://doi.org/10.3390/mi15070870 - 30 Jun 2024
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Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) represent a promising avenue for sustainable energy production by harnessing the metabolic activity of microorganisms. In this study, a novel design of MFC—a Microfluidic Benthic Microbial Fuel Cell (MBMFC)—was developed, fabricated, and tested to evaluate its electrical energy generation. [...] Read more.
Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) represent a promising avenue for sustainable energy production by harnessing the metabolic activity of microorganisms. In this study, a novel design of MFC—a Microfluidic Benthic Microbial Fuel Cell (MBMFC)—was developed, fabricated, and tested to evaluate its electrical energy generation. The design focused on balancing microfluidic architecture and wiring procedures with microbial community dynamics to maximize power output and allow for upscaling and thus practical implementation. The testing phase involved experimentation to evaluate the performance of the MBMFC. Microbial feedstock was varied to assess its impact on power generation. The designed MBMFC represents a promising advancement in the field of bioenergy generation. By integrating innovative design principles with advanced fabrication techniques, this study demonstrates a systematic approach to optimizing MFC performance for sustainable and clean energy production. Full article
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