Nano-carbon electrodes for thermal energy harvesting

Authors

Mark S. Romano, University of WollongongFollow
Joselito M. Razal, Deakin University, University of WollongongFollow
Dennis Antiohos, University of WollongongFollow
Gordon G. Wallace, University of WollongongFollow
Jun Chen, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

96553

Publication Details

Romano, M. S., Razal, J. M., Antiohos, D., Wallace, G. & Chen, J. (2015). Nano-carbon electrodes for thermal energy harvesting. Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, 15 (1), 1-14.

Abstract

Thermogalvanic cells are capable of converting waste heat (generated as a by-product of almost all human activity) to electricity. These devices may alleviate the problems associated with the use of fossil fuels to meet the world's current demand for energy. This review discusses the developments in thermogalvanic systems attained through the use of nano-carbons as the electrode materials. Advances in cell design and electrode configuration that improve performance of these thermo converters and make them applicable in a variety of environments are also summarized. It is the aim of this review to act as a channel for further developments in thermogalvanic cell design and electrode engineering.