In a groundbreaking development, researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology have discovered new materials capable of significantly enhancing the production of pure oxygen. This advancement, led by Professor Sverre Magnus Selbach, could revolutionize the industry and medical sectors where oxygen is in high demand.
Unlike traditional methods reliant on distillation from the air, these novel materials offer an alternative approach by extracting oxygen from substances that contain bound oxygen atoms. According to Professor Selbach, these materials demonstrate remarkable capabilities in swiftly storing and releasing oxygen, even at considerably lower temperatures than current standards permit.
The research, spearheaded by doctoral candidate Frida Hemstad Danmo, showcases the efficiency of the new materials in oxygen retrieval. Moreover, their ability to operate at lower temperatures not only reduces energy consumption but also enables the use of more economical reactor materials, thus potentially lowering production costs.Chemistry of Materials
Danmo highlights the advantage of utilizing bulk materials over nanoparticles, citing the former’s ease of production and cost efficiency. Unlike nanoparticles, bulk materials can be manufactured in large quantities using simpler methods, making them more practical for industrial-scale applications.