Molecular scale engineering of solid/ionic liquid interfaces. Ionic liquids have enormous potential as advanced materials due to their unusual properties. This project will develop ways to use ionic liquids as lubricants, in electrochemical devices like capacitors, and in the electro-refining of metals. The technologies developed will decrease Australia's energy consumption and stimulate economic growth.
Green working liquids for an energy efficient future. Ionic liquids (ILs) have enormous potential as advanced materials due to their unusual properties. This project will develop ILs for use as energy efficient lubricants, electrochemical solvents and heat transfer fluids. These technologies will decrease Australia's energy consumption, reduce carbon dioxide emissions, and stimulate economic growth.