An enzymatic fuel cell generates electricity by oxidizing organic fuels, such as glucose or ethanol, using enzymes as the catalyst rather than expensive noble metals like platinum. These cells operate at near-neutral pH and ambient temperatures, making them highly suitable for powering implantable medical devices or low-power environmental sensors. However, they typically suffer from short lifespans due to the degradation of the enzymes over time.
Heard on the job
The lab is testing a new enzymatic fuel cell that can run on the glucose present in human blood.
Also heard as
- biofuel cell