Authors :
Neha Rajas; Atharva Suryavanshi; Aarti Gurav; Saniya Pathan; Yuvrajsingh Pardeshi; Pruthviraj Chavan; Tushar Khade
Volume/Issue :
Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 5 - May
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DOI :
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Abstract :
This project embarked on a journey to create
a basic battery using readily available household items
like aluminium foil, charcoal, tissue paper, and table salt
(NaCl). While this specific combination didn't yield a
functional aluminium air battery, the exploration itself
proved to be a valuable learning experience, shedding
light on the fascinating science behind batteries. The
chosen materials, though not a perfect recipe for an
aluminium air battery, offered intriguing possibilities:
Aluminium foil: As a readily available source of
aluminium, it serves as a prime candidate for the anode
(negative electrode) in a future, more refined battery
design. Its abundance and conductive properties make it
a valuable material to explore. Charcoal: While not
optimal for this specific application, charcoal possesses
inherent conductivity. This characteristic could be
harnessed in alternative battery constructions,
potentially acting as a current collector or even a
component within a specialized type of battery. Tissue
paper: Although not suitable as an electrolyte due to its
porous nature, tissue paper serves as a tangible
representation of the separator, a crucial component in
functional batteries. Its role in physically separating the
electrodes emphasizes the importance of proper
compartmentalization within a battery. Table salt
(NaCl): Though not ideal for aluminium air batteries
due to potential reactions with aluminium, NaCl's
presence as a common ionic compound highlights the
concept of electrolytes. Electrolytes are essential for
facilitating the flow of ions within a battery, a key
process for electricity generation.
Keywords :
Aluminum, Battery, Cathode, Anode, Electrolyte, Voltage.
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This project embarked on a journey to create
a basic battery using readily available household items
like aluminium foil, charcoal, tissue paper, and table salt
(NaCl). While this specific combination didn't yield a
functional aluminium air battery, the exploration itself
proved to be a valuable learning experience, shedding
light on the fascinating science behind batteries. The
chosen materials, though not a perfect recipe for an
aluminium air battery, offered intriguing possibilities:
Aluminium foil: As a readily available source of
aluminium, it serves as a prime candidate for the anode
(negative electrode) in a future, more refined battery
design. Its abundance and conductive properties make it
a valuable material to explore. Charcoal: While not
optimal for this specific application, charcoal possesses
inherent conductivity. This characteristic could be
harnessed in alternative battery constructions,
potentially acting as a current collector or even a
component within a specialized type of battery. Tissue
paper: Although not suitable as an electrolyte due to its
porous nature, tissue paper serves as a tangible
representation of the separator, a crucial component in
functional batteries. Its role in physically separating the
electrodes emphasizes the importance of proper
compartmentalization within a battery. Table salt
(NaCl): Though not ideal for aluminium air batteries
due to potential reactions with aluminium, NaCl's
presence as a common ionic compound highlights the
concept of electrolytes. Electrolytes are essential for
facilitating the flow of ions within a battery, a key
process for electricity generation.
Keywords :
Aluminum, Battery, Cathode, Anode, Electrolyte, Voltage.