10th Anniversary of Batteries: Supercapacitors

Dear Colleagues,

In the contemporary energy-driven world, the demand for efficient and sustainable energy storage solutions has become more pressing than ever. Supercapacitors, including electric double-layer capacitors, pseudocapacitors, and hybrid-ion capacitors, have stepped into the spotlight as pivotal energy storage devices in recent years. Their preeminent characteristics, including a high power density, a long-lasting life cycle, and rapid charging–discharging capabilities, render them highly attractive for a wide array of applications. In the realm of portable electronics, supercapacitors enable instant charging, significantly enhancing user convenience. In large-scale energy storage for power grids, their long-term stability can help to balance intermittent power generation from renewable sources. This Special Issue aims to present the most recent and cutting-edge research and development in the field of supercapacitors. It comprehensively covers a broad spectrum of aspects, such as advanced electrode materials, novel electrolytes, new hybrid-ion capacitors, and device fabrication and integration, among others.

Topics of interest for publication include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Advanced materials for electric double-layer capacitors, pseudocapacitors, and hybrid-ion capacitors;
• Structural design and optimization and the application of novel electrode materials;
• Novel and benign electrolytes for supercapacitors;
• Hybrid ion capacitors: design and optimization;
• Device fabrication and the integration of supercapacitors;
• Applications of supercapacitors in renewable energy systems;
• Novel architectures for high-performance supercapacitors.

Prof. Dr. Kai Wang
Prof. Dr. Jin Zhou
Prof. Dr. Xianzhong Sun
Guest Editors

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