Industrial Consultancy & Sponsored Research (IC&SR) , IIT Madras

Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube Electrode and a Method of Synthesis Thereof

Categories for this Invention

Categories: Micro & Nano Technologies | Energy, Energy Storage & Renewable Energy

Industry:  Electronics and sensors, Energy, Healthcare, Aerospace, Automotive

Applications: Lithium-ion battery, Biosensors, Fuel cells, Nanoelectronics, Strain Sensors

Market: The global multi-walled carbon nanotubes market size is expected to grow from $5.25 Billion in 2021 to $10.74 Billion by 2028, rising at 10.8% CAGR from 2021-2028.

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Problem Statement

  • Existing Multiwalled carbon nanotubes synthesis methods yield insufficient MWCNTs, hindering scalability and cost-efficiency.
  • The use of expensive catalysts drives up production costs, limiting market competition.
  • Current technologies struggle to achieve high capacities and durable batteries, hindering their adoption in various applications.
  • Traditional sensor fabrication method is complex and time-taking, limiting widespread adoption of sensitive & reliable sensor technology.
  • The absence of standardized protocols and quality control measures in MWCNT production leads to varying product quality, challenging industry adoption & regulatory compliance.
  • Hence, the instant invention is needed to address these issues by disclosing a scalable & cost-effective method to synthesize high yield Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube Electrode.

Technology

A method for Multiwalled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNTS) Electrode synthesis is disclosed here.

Method

 

Key Features / Value Proposition

User perspective:-

  • High-performance, long-lasting batteries with enhanced energy storage capabilities.
  • Reliable and efficient biosensors for accurate and sensitive detection. Versatile strain sensors for precise and real-time monitoring.

Industrial perspective:-

  • Cost-effective production method for large-scale manufacturing.
  • Increased production yield and purity, reducing overall production costs.
  • Enhanced competitiveness and market potential in various industries.

Technology perspective:-

  • Cutting-edge synthesis technique utilizing advanced catalyst and substrate materials.
  • Optimization of reaction parameters for superior MWCNTs quality and properties.

Questions about this Technology?

Contact For Licensing

sm-marketing@imail.iitm.ac.in
ipoffice2@iitm.ac.in

Research Lab

Prof. Ramaprabhu S

Department of Physics

Intellectual Property

  • IITM IDF No: 1773

  • IP No: 494415 (Granted)

Technology Readiness Level

TRL-4

Validated in Laboratory

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