Energy and Nanotechnology

Nanotechnology in Fuel Cells

Nanotechnology is being used to reduce the cost of catalysts used in fuel cells to produce hydrogen ions from fuel such as methanol and to improve the efficiency of membranes used in fuel cells to separate hydrogen ions from other gases such as oxygen. Check out our Nanotechnology in Fuel Cells page for the details.

Nanotechnology in Solar Cells

Companies have developed nanotech solar cells that can be manufactured at significantly lower cost than conventional solar cells. Check out our Nanotechnology in Solar Cells page for the details.

Nanotechnology in Batteries

Companies are currently developing batteries using nanomaterials. One such battery will be a good as new after sitting on the shelf for decades. Another battery can be recharged significantly faster than conventional batteries. Check our our Nanotechnology in Batteries page for details.

Nanotechnology in Fuels

Nanotechnology can address the shortage of fossil fuels such as diesel and gasoline by making the production of fuels from low grade raw materials economical, increasing the mileage of engines, and making the production of fuels from normal raw materials more efficient. Check our Nanotechnology in Fuels page for details.

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