Can nanomaterials be a solution for application on alternative vehicles? – A review paper on life cycle assessment and risk analysis

Abstract Nanomaterials may have a key role since they can be applied in several vehicle components (such as H 2 storage, vehicle structure, batteries), but there is the concern that some nanomaterials may lead to relevant environmental impacts. This paper addresses a revision of the environmental impacts of different types of nanomaterials applied to alternative vehicles in order to reduce energy use (and consequently the global greenhouse gases emissions). A literature review is performed in order to analyze the recent improvements in nanomaterials applied to alternative vehicles. This revision will be based on life cycle assessment and risk analysis.

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