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Al-badani, Mohammed Adel and Chong, Peng Lean and Lim, Heng Siong (2023) Enhancing microbial fuel cell performance with carbon powder electrode modifications for low-power sensors modules. International Journal of Renewable Energy Development, 13 (1). pp. 80-87. ISSN 2252-4940

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Abstract

Microbial Fuel Cell (MFC) is a promising technology for harnessing energy from organic compounds. However, the low power generation of MFCs remains a significant challenge that hinders their commercial viability. In this study, we reported three distinct modifications to the stainlesssteel mesh (SSM), carbon cloth, and carbon felt electrodes using carbon powder (CP), a mixture of CP and ferrum, and a blend of CP with sodium citrate and ethanol. The MFC equipped with an SSM and CP anode showed a notable power density of 1046.89 mW.m-2 . In comparison, the bare SSM anode achieved a maximum power density of 145.8 mW m-2 . Remarkably, the 3D-modified SSM with a CP anode (3D-SSM-CP) MFC exhibited a substantial breakthrough, attaining a maximum power density of 1417.07 mW m-2 . This achievement signifies a significant advancement over the performance of the unaltered SSM anode, underscoring the effectiveness of our modification approach. Subsequently, the 3D-SSM-CP electrode was integrated into single-chamber MFCs, which were used to power a LoRaWAN IoT device through a power management system. The modification methods improved the MFC performance while involving low-cost and easy fabricating techniques. The results of this study are expected to contribute to improving MFC's performance, bringing them closer to becoming a practical source of renewable energy.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Internet of Things
Subjects:	T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering > TK5101-6720 Telecommunication. Including telegraphy, telephone, radio, radar, television
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET)
Depositing User:	Ms Nurul Iqtiani Ahmad
Date Deposited:	31 Jan 2024 01:28
Last Modified:	31 Jan 2024 01:28
URII:	http://shdl.mmu.edu.my/id/eprint/12053

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