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Bridget Mohney
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Peak has emerged as a trailblazer with our groundbreaking NanoPlex metamaterial technology in the ever-evolving landscape of material science. NanoPlex is a family of nanoscale metamaterials that can be engineered to enhance performance across various applications, from energy storage to protective films and optics. This technology is poised to revolutionize several industries, including power grids, defense optic systems, fusion energy, electric vehicles, aerospace, and many more.
NanoPlex-Based Capacitors: Enabling Fusion Energy and Pulse Power
One of the most exciting applications of NanoPlex is in the field of capacitor films for energy storage along with pulse power delivery. NanoPlex LDF (Low Dissipation Factor) films offer exceptional thermal properties, enabling them to operate up to 3-5 times longer than traditional biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) films. This remarkable achievement marks NanoPlex LDF films as ideal for demanding applications such as fusion energy and jet propulsion systems requiring high-energy charge and discharge cycles.
NanoPlex-based capacitors can withstand the intense heat generated during fusion energy reactions - up to 135°C compared to BOPP’s max of 100°C. This ensures reliable and consistent energy delivery to ignite lasers and/or magnetic confinement systems and longer capacitor lifespans. In the field of pulse power applications, these advanced capacitors will efficiently store and discharge energy, enabling precise control and timing of high-energy pulses required for propulsion systems and other specialized applications.
The future of power Grid Optimization and reliability
NanoPlex-based capacitors will also play a crucial role in optimizing power grid performance by supporting hybrid power factoring and energy integration, storage, and stabilization. [4] The advanced NanoPlex films enable efficient step-up and step-down power transmission, ensuring reliable and consistent power delivery to homes, industries, and other consumers.
NanoPlex-based capacitors can improve power factor correction across hybrid energy sources like wind, hydro, and solar, mitigating the phase difference between voltage and current and enhancing energy transfer efficiency. Additionally, these capacitors will assist in storing and discharging energy efficiently, managing energy fluctuations and stabilizing voltage levels throughout the grid.
Hybrid Optics: Lighter, Clearer with long-range Precision
In the realm of optics, Peak Nano has developed a revolutionary technology called LGRIN (Layered Gradient Refractive Index) Optics, which utilizes NanoPlex metamaterials and takes advantage of NanoPlex’s ability to remain translucent when layered. Our HawkAI design technology allows for the creation of ultra-thin, lightweight lenses that are up to 50% lighter than traditional glass optics. These lenses find applications in night vision systems, unmanned aircraft systems, and other industries where lens weight and size are critical factors.
NanoPlex-based optics offer exceptional performance in low-light conditions, enabling enhanced vision capabilities for applications such as search and rescue, firefighting, and military operations. By leveraging the unique properties of NanoPlex metamaterials, these optics can provide clear and detailed images, even in challenging environments with smoke, fog, or darkness.
Aerospace and Protective Films
The versatility of NanoPlex extends to the aerospace industry, where Peak's film technology can be adapted to protect equipment from excess light, radio waves, and atmospheric conditions. These protective films can safeguard sensitive components and ensure reliable operation in extreme environments encountered in space.
Furthermore, NanoPlex films can be tailored for various applications, including medical packaging and food storage, providing protection from environmental factors and extending shelf life.
breaking barriers of Material Science
Peak's NanoPlex metamaterial technology represents a significant leap forward in material science, enabling unprecedented performance and functionality across diverse industries. From energy storage and power grid optimization to enhanced vision systems and protective films, NanoPlex is poised to revolutionize the way we approach challenges and unlock new possibilities.
We are committed to innovating, developing, and advancing manufacturing capabilities to keep Peak at the forefront of metamaterial development, ever pushing the boundaries of what is possible and paving the way for a future where engineered materials improve the world around us.
Bridget Mohney
Bridget Mohney is a Marketing Program Manager at Peak Nano with over 7 years of program, events, communications, and vendor management expertise in the technology and cybersecurity realms. Her professional journey began in the non-profit sector, where she immersed herself in the intricacies of fundraising and communications before transitioning to the dynamic and rewarding corporate world. Outside of the professional realm, Bridget finds joy in various activities: gaming with her husband, laughing at terrible movies with family, crocheting, or spending quality time with her furry companions.
