SMRTR Science & EngineeringJul 6, 2026Interesting Engineering

US unlocks graphene oxide and hydrogen from natural gas for batteries and electronics

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Scientists at Texas A&M University accidentally discovered a new way to make graphene oxide — a high-value material used in batteries, electronics, and coatings — directly from natural gas. Using a plasma-based process with methane, they also generate clean hydrogen as a byproduct. The method is reportedly the first scalable approach of its kind, potentially cutting production costs and reducing reliance on imported graphite.

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