Georgia Tech researchers have developed a simplified approach to direct air capture (DAC) systems.Their method utilizes ambient wind flow to draw air across sorbent-coated carbon fibers, eliminating the need for loud fans. The carbon fibers can quickly release captured CO2 with minimal heat loss, improving efficiency. The researchers found that deploying the fibers in a design inspired by pneumatic bank tubes proved successful. The team’s DAC system could produce carbon dioxide with sufficient purity for underground sequestration. The upfront costs of their system are significantly lower compared to typical DAC systems.The projected cost of capturing CO2 with their system is … Continue reading Georgia Tech Researchers Revolutionize Direct Air Capture With Wind-Powered Carbon Fiber Tubes