Exploring MXene and Advanced Nanomaterials in Renewable Energy Applications is a groundbreaking book that delves into the properties, synthesis and applications of MXene and other advances nanomaterials in renewable energy systems. MXene is a two-dimensional material that has great significance in renewable energy applications due to its high thermal conductivity. Several thermal systems used in renewable energy technologies can exploit the benefits of MXene and nanomaterials for enhanced heat transfer as a fluid, electrothermal energy conversion. thermal management of solar thermal and geothermal systems, and thermal energy storage. The low cost of production and scalability of MXene makes it a potential candidate to be seamlessly merged in renewable thermal applications. The book highlights MXene’s high thermal conductivity and its potential to revolutionize efficiency in a variety of renewable energy applications. It bridges the gap between scientific research and practical application, providing comprehensive knowledge for industry professionals, academics and students. This novel resource inspires innovation and advances research in this rapidly evolving field by improving thermal energy systems to generate more electricity, reducing greenhouse emissions and transition to low-carbon energy. The text catalyzes advancements in renewable energy applications, contributing to the global effort towards more sustainable energy solutions. Exploring MXene and Advanced Nanomaterials in Renewable Energy Applications educates and informs readers about the potential of advanced materials such as MXene to improve the efficiency, durability, and sustainability of renewable energy systems.
Table of Contents
1. Background2. Synthesis of Various Types of MXene Nanomaterial
3. Different Types of Advanced Nanomaterials Including MXene-Based Nanomaterials Towards Renewable Energy Applications
4. Identification of Advantages/Disadvantages With Respect to Various Synthesis Method of MXene and Advanced Nanomaterials
5. Techno-Economic Analysis of Various Types of Renewable Energy Applications Integrated With MXene and Advanced Nanomaterials
6. Impact of MXene and Advanced Nanomaterials on the Efficiency of Solar Cells and Solar Thermal Collectors
7. Importance of MXene and Advanced Nanomaterials in Terms of Energy Storage/Conversion Efficiency of Renewable Energy Applications
8. Challenges and Solutions for Better Performance of Renewable Energy Technologies Using MXene and Advanced Nanomaterials
9. Conclusion and Future Perspectives
Authors
Kumuran Kadirgama Professor and Research Fellow of Advanced Nano Coolant Lubricant Laboratory (ANCoL), Malaysia. Prof. Ts. Ir. Dr. Kumaran Kadirgamais a Professor and research fellow of Advanced Nano Coolant Lubricant Laboratory (ANCoL), UMP. He is a Profesional Engineer registered under the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM); and a Charted Engineer (UK) under the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE). He is a Professional Technologist (P.Tech) of Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT). He has published and presented various technical papers and journals at an international and national level. He has received grants totalling RM 6.02 million from various agencies and institutions. He has won a Gold medal in International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition (ITEX), Seoul International Invention Fair, Korea (SIFF), and British Invention Show (BIS). He was included in top scientists 2% in the world for 2021 and 2022 in individual and career long achievement. Navid Aslfattahi Senior Research Fellow, Czech Technical University, Czech Republic.Dr. Navid Aslfattahi received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya (UM) in 2021. He is a Senior Research Fellow at the Department of Fluid Dynamics and Thermodynamics, Czech Technical University, working on various fields including synthesis and characterization of broad range of nanomaterials, MXene, nanocomposites, nanofluids in heat transfer applications, energy storage application, phase change materials, battery and its thermal management, fuel cell and solar thermal power systems. He is the author and co-author of numerous scientific publications in international peer-reviewed journals and proceedings. His research interests include fundamental, application, technology and commercialization in energy engineering, nanofabrication (thin films, nanotubular and nanoparticulate structures), solar thermal power systems, batteries and their applications, development of novel nanocomposites and related fields of study.
Lingenthiran Samylingam Research Fellow, Research Centre for Nanomaterials and Energy Technology School of Science and Technology, Sunway University, Selangor, Malaysia. Lingenthiran Samylingam is Research Fellow at the Research Centre for Nanomaterials and Energy Technology School of Science and Technology, Sunway University, Selangor, Malaysia. His area of research is in heat transfer, heat transfer fluid, nanofluids, and nanomaterials.
