Metallodriven
Metallodriven is a term used to describe technologies and concepts in which metals or metal compounds serve as the primary medium for energy storage, conversion, or propulsion. The phrase appears in engineering discussions, energy-storage literature, and some speculative or future-oriented proposals. It does not refer to a single established technology, but to a family of approaches that rely on metal-based processes to generate mechanical work or electricity.
Common mechanisms cited under metallodriven concepts include metal hydride energy storage, where hydrogen is absorbed into
Potential applications discussed in literature include propulsion for vehicles operating in extreme environments, compact power sources
Challenges include material costs, safety considerations around reactive metals, cycle stability and degradation, environmental impact of