Biofuel Cells and Energy Generation - Book (Woodhead Series in Bioenergy) - Softcover

9780443216022: Biofuel Cells and Energy Generation - Book (Woodhead Series in Bioenergy)

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ISBN 10: 0443216029 ISBN 13: 9780443216022

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing, 2025

Biofuel Cells and Energy Generation analyzes the current state-of-the-art and offers solutions to key challenges in developing carbohydrate-based biofuel cell technology. The book provides a critical review of biofuel cell technology, including principles, components, applications, obstacles, and prospects, and assesses the economic, safety, health, and environmental implications. Sections focus on the diversity of biomass resources, the fundamental characteristics of biomass, the major effects of biomass composition variations on biofuel cell technology, and a thorough review of the research literature on approaches for decreasing the detrimental impacts of biomass variability on fuel cells.

In addition, a comprehensive examination of biofuel cell technology's current state and applications is presented that is supported by an explanation of the fundamentals, concepts, mechanisms, characteristics, optimal parameters, analytical characterization techniques, diverse types, all-category materials, catalysts, engineering designs, implantable biofuel cells, applications, and critical criteria. A variety of applications are addressed, including power implanted devices in biomedical applications, biosensors for smart communities, and nanomaterials for biofuel cells, among others. For each application, unresolved issues are identified, and solutions proposed.

Critically evaluates a range of biofuel cell applications from energy generation biomedical applications
Presents solutions to the current challenges in biofuel cell research, notably how to improve current and power density output, cell design, and long-life operation
Provides an economic performance assessment, as well as health, safety, and environmental assessments
Explores the use of a diverse range of carbohydrate-based biomass resources
Discusses recent advances and unique biofuel cell nanomaterial techniques, as well as various immobilization methods for incorporating the nanomaterial matrix and performance analysis methodologies
Examines unresolved concerns surrounding industrial scale-up of biofuel cell technology, as well as new hurdles in the sector

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About the Authors

Dr. Kishor Kumar Sadasivuni is an Assistant Professor at the Center for Advanced Materials, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar, with expertise in polymer composite materials and high-performance polymer nanocomposites for industrial applications. Since 2009, he has promoted interdisciplinary collaborations in nanocomposites and industrial technologies. His research includes sensor technology, piezoelectrics, energy storage, and flexible electronics. His prolific academic output encompasses numerous journal articles, book chapters, and edited volumes, with his publications amassing more than 17,000 citations.

Dr. Geetha Mithra has been a researcher at Qatar University's Center for Advanced Materials since 2019. Prior to this, she worked as a researcher at the ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute in India and served as a lecturer in biotechnology and biochemistry. Her research portfolio includes projects such as developing non-invasive wearable sensors for diagnosing metabolic disorders, biofuel cells, and CO2 conversion systems. Her work integrates artificial intelligence and nanotechnology, contributing to innovations in cancer theragnostics, advanced nutrient monitoring, and smart chemosensors.

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Biofuel Cells and Energy Generation analyzes the current state-of-the-art and offers solutions to key challenges in developing carbohydrate-based biofuel cell technology. The book provides a critical review of biofuel cell technology, including principles, components, applications, obstacles, and prospects, and assesses the economic, safety, health, and environmental implications.

The book focuses on the diversity of biomass resources, the fundamental characteristics of biomass, and the major effects of biomass composition variations on biofuel cell technology. It provides a thorough review of the research literature on approaches for decreasing the detrimental impacts of biomass variability on fuel cells. A comprehensive examination of biofuel cell technology's current state and applications is presented, supported by an explanation of the fundamentals, concepts, mechanisms, characteristics, optimal parameters, analytical characterization techniques, diverse types, all-category materials, catalysts, engineering designs, implantable biofuel cells, applications, and critical criteria. A variety of applications are addressed, including power implanted devices in biomedical applications, biosensors for smart communities, and nanomaterials for biofuel cells, among others. For each application, unresolved issues are identified, and solutions proposed.

A one-stop reference with contributions from leading scholars from industry, academia, and government, Biofuel Cells and Energy Generation will be of interest to students, researchers, and industry engineers involved in renewable energy generation and offers valuable decision-making tools for those working on biofuel cell technology.

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