Performance of Supercapacitors for Energy Technologies and Applications
A Special Issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944) belonging to the section "Energy Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 October 2026 | Viewed by 1358
Editor
Interests: sustainable energy storage; supercapacitors; hybrid devices; MXenes; MOFs; advanced nanocomposites
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Supercapacitors have emerged as one of the most promising energy storage technologies, bridging the gap between conventional capacitors and batteries. Their unique advantages—high power density, rapid charge–discharge capability, long cycle life, and environmental sustainability—make them indispensable for next-generation energy applications. This Special Issue, “Performance of Supercapacitors for Energy Technologies and Applications”, aims to highlight recent advances in materials design, device engineering, and hybrid systems that enhance supercapacitor performance. Contributions will cover innovative electrode architectures, novel electrolytes, and scalable fabrication strategies that address challenges of energy density, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Particular emphasis will be placed on green synthesis routes, nanostructured materials such as MXenes, MOFs, and carbon-based composites, as well as hybrid devices that integrate batteries and supercapacitors. This issue also welcomes studies on emerging applications, including electric vehicles, wearable electronics, grid storage, and flexible/wireless energy systems. By bringing together leading researchers from academia and industry, this collection seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art in supercapacitor technology and inspire new directions for sustainable energy solutions.
Dr. Prasad Eknath Lokhande
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- supercapacitors
- energy storage devices
- nanostructured materials
- hybrid energy systems
- green synthesis
- MXenes and MOFs
- carbon-based composites
- high power density
- flexible/wearable electronics
- sustainable energy technologies
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