1. Nanotube batteries have a long life. They charge in a fraction of the time it takes conventional batteries. It is possible to hybridize them with conventional batteries. Nanotube batteries are smaller and lighter than conventional batteries. Better batteries for everyday life

2. Artificial muscles Dialysis filters Waste recycling Thermal protection Quick recharging hearing aids (batteries that never need replacing) Controlled drug delivery/release Nanotubes have a future in more than batteries.

3. New job creation. Batteries will not need to be replaced. This will save consumers money. If we keep batteries out of the trash we take them out of the landfills. Economic Impact.