Advances in Polymer-Based Electrochromic Devices

Dear Colleagues,

Electrochromism is the phenomenon of the dynamic modulation of material optical properties through redox reactions under an applied electric field. It has helped find a wide range of applications in varying areas, including smart windows for energy-efficient buildings, low-power displays, self-dimming rear mirrors for automobiles, mid–far-infrared reflection modulation for infrared adaptive camouflage, thermal radiation manipulation, etc. Conventional electrochromic devices usually consist of a multilayer structure with transparent conductive layers, electrochromic films, ion-conducting layers and ion-storing films. The design and synthesis strategies of electrochromic materials and transparent conductors, comprehensive electrochemical kinetic analyses and novel device designs are areas of active research worldwide. We hope that this Special Issue promotes further efforts toward fundamental research on electrochromic materials and the development of novel multifunctional electrochromic devices to meet the growing demand for next-generation electronic systems.

Dr. Leipeng Zhang
Dr. Tingting Hao
Guest Editors

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