Three-dimensional structure of electrochemical energy storage

Can three-dimensional ordered porous materials improve electrochemical storage of energy?

Three-dimensional ordered porous materials can improve the electrochemical storage of energy. Jing Wang and Yuping Wu from Nanjing Tech University, China and co-workers review the development of these materials for use as electrodes in devices such as batteries and supercapacitors.

What is electrochemical energy storage?

Among various energy storage technologies, electrochemical energy storage devices are the most promising and common. Currently, research on electrochemical energy storage is mainly focused on supercapacitors and rechargeable batteries.

What are the main focuses of electrochemical energy storage research?

Currently, research on electrochemical energy storage is mainly focused on supercapacitors and rechargeable batteries 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Among various energy storage technologies, electrochemical energy storage devices are the most promising and common devices.

What is interdigital electrochemical energy storage (EES)?

Interdigital electrochemical energy storage (EES) device features small size, high integration, and efficient ion transport, which is an ideal candidate for powering integrated microelectronic systems. However, traditional manufacturing techniques have limited capability in fabricating the microdevices with complex microstructure.

Can 3D printed functional nanomaterials be used for electrochemical energy storage?

Zhu, C. et al. 3D printed functional nanomaterials for electrochemical energy storage. Nano Today 15, 107–120 (2017). This review article summarizes progress in fabricating 3D electrodes via 3D printing techniques. Zhu, C. et al. Supercapacitors based on three-dimensional hierarchical graphene aerogels with periodic macropores.

Are carbon-based materials a good choice for electrochemical energy storage?

Carbon-based materials have attracted considerable attention due to their abundance, environmental friendliness, tunable structure, and excellent chemical stability. Beyond the commercial carbon for batteries and supercapacitors, many studies focused on advanced and multifunctional carbon with various structures for electrochemical energy storage.