18157114. NANOSTRUCTURED NICKEL THIN FILMS ON POROUS NICKEL FOAM FOR ELECTROCATALYTIC OXYGEN EVOLUTION simplified abstract (KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM AND MINERALS)

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NANOSTRUCTURED NICKEL THIN FILMS ON POROUS NICKEL FOAM FOR ELECTROCATALYTIC OXYGEN EVOLUTION

Organization Name

KING FAHD UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM AND MINERALS

Inventor(s)

Muhammad Ali Ehsan of Dhahran (SA)

NANOSTRUCTURED NICKEL THIN FILMS ON POROUS NICKEL FOAM FOR ELECTROCATALYTIC OXYGEN EVOLUTION - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18157114 titled 'NANOSTRUCTURED NICKEL THIN FILMS ON POROUS NICKEL FOAM FOR ELECTROCATALYTIC OXYGEN EVOLUTION

The abstract describes an electrocatalyst consisting of a nickel foam substrate with a layer of metallic nickel particles. The particles are spherical with an average diameter of 100-500 nanometers and are aggregated with aggregates of 0.5 to 5 micrometers in size.

  • The electrocatalyst includes a nickel foam substrate.
  • A layer of metallic nickel particles is present on the nickel foam substrate.
  • The metallic nickel particles are spherical with an average diameter of 100-500 nanometers.
  • The metallic nickel particles are aggregated with aggregates of 0.5 to 5 micrometers in size.

Potential Applications: - Fuel cells - Electrolysis processes - Water treatment technologies

Problems Solved: - Enhanced catalytic activity - Improved efficiency in electrochemical reactions

Benefits: - Increased performance in electrochemical processes - Cost-effective production of electrocatalysts

Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Electrochemical Catalyst for Enhanced Performance" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as automotive, energy, and environmental sectors for improved efficiency and cost savings.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the size and shape of the metallic nickel particles impact the catalytic activity? 2. What are the potential environmental benefits of using this electrocatalyst in water treatment technologies?

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in electrocatalyst technology to ensure optimal performance and efficiency in various applications.


Original Abstract Submitted

An electrocatalyst including a nickel foam (NF) substrate and a layer of metallic nickel particles on the nickel foam substrate. The metallic nickel particles are spherical and have an average diameter of 100-500 nanometers (nm). Further, the metallic nickel particles are aggregated with aggregates having an average size of 0.5 to 5 micrometers (μm).

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