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    • Electrochemistry
    • Bioenergy

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    • Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs) offer a sustainable method for electricity generation from organic matter.
    • Implanted biomedical devices require long-lasting power sources, with battery replacement posing a significant challenge.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate key parameters influencing power output in Microbial Fuel Cells.
    • To optimize MFC design for potential application in powering biomedical devices.

    Main Methods:

    • Systematic testing of electrode configurations (Top-Bottom).
    • Evaluation of inoculation size and stirring effects in single and dual-chamber MFCs.
    • Comparative analysis of power generation between single and dual-chamber reactor designs.

    Main Results:

    • A Top-Bottom electrode configuration, along with stirring, enhanced power output in single-chamber MFCs.
    • Optimal inoculation size varied between single (larger) and dual-chamber (smaller) MFCs.
    • Dual-chamber MFC configurations demonstrated several-fold higher power outputs compared to single-chamber designs.

    Conclusions:

    • MFCs show promise for self-powered biomedical devices.
    • Optimized MFC design, particularly dual-chamber configurations, is crucial for maximizing electricity generation.
    • Further research into MFC parameter optimization can lead to practical bioenergy solutions.