ROCHESTER, N.Y., April 16, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NaturalNano, Inc. (Pink Sheets:NNAN) (Frankfurt:N3N), announced today issuance of a second patent, 7,679,883 dealing with use of its proprietary Halloysite materials (HNT™) in high performance energy storage devices called Ultra Capacitors
Our first patent, 7,400,490 for Ultra Capacitors comprised of Mineral Microtubules, takes advantage of the extremely small size and high surface-to-volume of Halloysite, as well as its chemical stability, to provide improved electrolyte performance in high energy storage capacitors such as ultracapacitors and supercapacitors. These devices hold the potential to surpass batteries in applications such as hybrid and pure electric vehicles, cordless tools and appliances, and other distributed power applications due to their long life, extremely fast recharge times, and lower environmental impact at the end of their useful life.
CEO James Wemett said, "The newly issued patent goes into further detail, including use of activated carbon, conductive polymers, and carbon aerogels." Wemett continued, "We believe this patent will position us well to target a quickly growing market segment that not only benefits our company but could be a significant contribution to the 'green' initiative." "Both these patents are available for licensing," Wemett stated.
About NaturalNano, Inc.
NaturalNano, Inc. (Pink Sheets:NNAN) (Frankfurt:N3N) is a materials science company focused on developing and commercializing advanced nanocomposites. The Company is focused on additive technologies and processes, including their proprietary Pleximer that adds value to industrial polymers, plastics and composites. NaturalNano holds and licenses 24 patents and applications, as well as proprietary know-how for extraction and separation processes, compositions, and derivatives of Halloysite. http://www.naturalnano.com/">www.naturalnano.com
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