Bioinspired and 3D-printed solar evaporators for highly efficient freshwater-electricity co-generation
Xueqian Zhang, Jingjing Guo, Zikun Zou, Banggan Luo, Ning Li, Zhen Yang, Shaohui Xiong, Xu Wang, Yuanting Xu, Yiwen Li
Abstract
A bioinspired water-electricity co-generation system was developed, featuring a polydopamine-coated film and a 3D-printed microchannel support, enabling seamless integration of water evaporation and electricity generation.
Topics & Concepts
Materials scienceElectricity3d printedNanotechnologyChemical engineeringEngineeringElectrical engineeringBiomedical engineeringSolar-Powered Water Purification MethodsSolar Thermal and Photovoltaic SystemsWater-Energy-Food Nexus Studies