Recent status of application of nanocarbon composite materials for electric energy storage and conversion: A mini review

Abstract

Nanocarbon composites have emerged as a vanguard technology in energy conversion and storage, redefining the paradigms of battery, supercapacitor, and solar cell design. Researchers are orchestrating a paradigm shift in energy storage dynamics by leveraging the exceptional characteristics of materials such as graphite, fullerene, graphene, and carbon nanotubes. The intrinsic attributes of nanocarbon, including superior electrical conductivity, mechanical resilience, and expansive surface areas, delineate them as pivotal constituents for augmenting the performance metrics of energy storage and conversion devices. In the domain of batteries, nanocarbon composites engender heightened energy density, accelerated charge/discharge kinetics, and prolonged cycle life. Concurrently, their integration into supercapacitors begets augmented energy and power densities, facilitating swift energy transference and storage. These composites' malleable and lightweight nature introduces a transformative dimension, enabling the fabrication of compact, pliable, and highly efficient energy storage apparatus.