Theses

Thomas' doctoral thesis is a comprehensive study into structural battery electrodes, from transition metal oxide coatings to computational modelling of carbon fibre anodes during charging.

Thomas investigates the role of electrodes in multifunctional carbon fibre structural batteries and their combined ability to store electrical charge with mechanical load-bearing capabilities. By analysing the material properties and mechanisms that occur within these fibres, a deeper understanding can be obtained to lead to the realisation of lightweight energy storage. The research is divided into two distinct sections, each contributing to the advancement of knowledge in this field.