Comparison of Nanocomposites based on PDMS and Conductive Nanomaterials for the realization of Supercapacitors

Abstract

In recent times, the use of portable devices has gained widespread popularity, but one of the problems that arises in the development of these devices is their power supply source, which should be portable and, in most cases, made of flexible materials. Thus, this work aims to develop and study in detail materials based on polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) and active conductive nanomaterials for the realization of supercapacitor electrodes. As a result, we aim to develop a series of PDMS-nanocomposites, such as carbon black, activated carbon, carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene in different ratios. We want to identify the variant with the best electrical conductivity, temperature variation, active surface area and flexibility after testing and interpreting the experimental data. Subsequently, the composite material with the best capabilities will be incorporated into the structure of a supercapacitor and will represent the material for the electrode development.