REVOLUTIONIZING COMPOSITE FUEL CELLS

The purpose of this work is to study the production of a new composite material for fuel cell electrodes that combines oxygen, nickel, and carbon nanotubes (CNT-Ni-O). By using the unique properties of nickel particles and carbon nanotubes, it is anticipated that performance will be enhanced and costs will be reduced, providing a practical alternative to traditional platinum-based catalysts. Carbon nanotubes are known for their high electrical conductivity, huge surface area, and mechanical toughness. When paired with nickel nanoparticles, they can accelerate critical chemical processes in fuel cells, including evolution and oxygen reduction reactions. In addition to nickel aiding in catalysis, oxygen further enhances the material's electrical properties.