11: Case Studies in Size Confinement: Catalysts and Batteries Check Access

Chapter 11 explores the critical role of nanoengineering in the global economy, focusing on two key applications: catalysis and batteries. The chapter examines how nanoengineering can enhance catalytic processes to accelerate chemical reactions, revolutionizing industries like manufacturing and environmental remediation. It also delves into the role of nanoscale materials in battery technology, essential for the storage and use of renewable energy. The chapter offers background information on catalysis, reaction coordinates, and electrochemistry to help students unfamiliar with these topics. Through these case studies, the chapter emphasizes nanoengineering’s transformative potential and its capacity to spearhead upcoming innovations.