Nanotechnology Based Green Energy Conversion Devices with Multifunctional Materials at Low Temperatures

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Electrochemistry
• Nanotechnology

Background:

• Nanocomposites integrate nano and composite technologies for advanced fuel cells.
• These materials offer potential for significant operational temperature reduction in solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) within the 300-600°C range.
• Nanocomposites enable multi-functional semiconductor and ionic materials for low-temperature SOFCs (LTSOFCs) and green energy devices.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent developments in low-temperature solid oxide fuel cells (LTSOFCs) from a nanotechnology perspective.
• To cover advances in fabrication methods, material compositions, characterization techniques, and cell performances.
• To discuss future scope and practical applications of nanotechnology in LTSOFCs.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of recent developments and patents in LTSOFCs.
• Focus on nanotechnology advancements.
• Analysis of fabrication, materials, characterization, and performance.

Main Results:

• Nanotechnology enables the development of advanced nanocomposites for LTSOFCs.
• Significant progress has been made in materials, fabrication, and characterization.
• Improved cell performances are reported, facilitating lower operating temperatures.

Conclusions:

• Nanotechnology is crucial for the advancement of LTSOFCs.
• Future research should focus on further optimizing materials and device designs.
• Practical applications of LTSOFCs are expanding with technological progress.