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Researchers developed a novel cathode using nickel powder blended activated carbon for microbial electrolysis cells, improving hydrogen production.

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Abstract

Key findings

  • Nickel powder blended activated carbon cathodes showed enhanced hydrogen production compared to traditional cathodes.
  • The new cathode design improved the efficiency of microbial electrolysis cells by 25%.
  • The addition of nickel powder to activated carbon increased the surface area and conductivity of the cathode.

Keywords

NickelHydrogen productionElectrolysisCatalysisDissolutionHydrogen

Identifiers

DOI
10.1016/j.ijhydene.2019.04.041
Journal
International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
Year
2019