Low Power Flexible MXene-Graphene Oxide Based Heaters for Wearable Clothing

This research paper examines the remarkable potential of MXene-based cloth heaters, an innovative technology set to redefine the concept of personal warmth at low cost. MXene (composites), a group of two-dimensional materials consisting of transition metal carbides, nitrides, and carbonitrides, have garnered significant attention for their outstanding electrical conductivity, flexibility, and heat generation capabilities. Capitalizing on these unique properties, we have developed cloth heaters infused with MXene, offering unparalleled comfort, efficiency, and adaptability as compared to conventional flexible heaters. This paper explores the scientific principles that underlie MXene-Graphene oxide (MXGO)-based cloth heaters with methyl cellulose improving the mechanical stability, providing insights into simple deposition technique on fabrics, optimization in the composite and versatile applications characterized by cyclic stability, low power (0.4W) with a maximum efficiency of 84.4% at −10°C and 97.1 % on human skin as compared to ambient (27°C). The stability test showed temperature variation of ±2% when tested for a duration of 24hrs in a Peltier system at −10°C. Furthermore, it explores the tremendous potential of this emerging technology to revolutionize various sectors like military applications (where soldiers have to live in extreme cold temperatures), outdoor apparel, medical textiles, and smart woven fabrics.