An Organic Flow Battery Built From Matcha Tea
Electric power is increasingly replacing the gasoline engine in everything from cars to yard tools and even airplanes. But while there are a number of benefits to this greener alternative, batteries have some problems of their own. Many types of batteries are made with toxic materials, and lithium-ion cells have a nasty habit of bursting into flames. An up-and-coming technology called the organic flow battery could eventually address many of these concerns; however, it’s not quite ready for most real-world applications yet.
Even so, it’s a very interesting concept that is well worth digging into. That is just what YouTuber Marb's lab did. After reading through a research paper on the topic, Marb's lab decided to build his own organic flow battery. This one is particularly interesting for the electrolyte that powers it. You won’t find a long list of toxic chemicals — just some matcha tea.
The front panel...
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