Bringing Enzymatic Biofuel Cells to Life — Our Interactive Exhibit at The Heat

1. Designing the Interactive Biofuel Cell Experience

This project was led by Apoorva Parmar, who defined the entire user experience from concept to execution. Other key controbutors to the project were Eric Lehder, Keyvan Jodeiri, Masoumeh Tahimehr and Ethan Norman. The goal was to make our biofuel cell technology intuitive to understand, engaging to interact with, and visually compelling for a wide audience.

• Real-time displays showing voltage, current, and power.
• Interactive controls allowing visitors to influence the system.
• Clear visual feedback showcasing live power generation.
• Compact modular design for rapid transport and setup.
• Lattice design optimisation via Computational Fluid Dynamics.

2. Testing the Electromechanical System

Ahead of the event, the exhibit underwent rigorous electromechanical testing. The system needed to operate continuously, handle public interaction, and deliver clear, stable data visualisation throughout the showcase.

Lab test of the technology demonstrator

3. Delivering the Project at The Heat 2025

The final system was successfully delivered at The Heat 2025, where visitors interacted directly with our technology. Changes in conditions were reflected immediately on the live display, creating an intuitive understanding of how enzymatic biofuel cells generate power.

This showcase marked a major milestone for Pipeline Organics, demonstrating our technology publicly in an interactive format for the first time and receiving enthusiastic feedback from attendees.

Summary

Led by Apoorva Parmar, this project highlights the power of combining engineering, design, and accessible science communication. By converting complex bioelectrochemistry into a hands-on experience, we introduced our technology to the world in a format that was both engaging and scientifically rigorous.