The Green Revolution: Harnessing the Potential of Aluminum-Air Batteries for Clean Energy Storage

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.