Nanomaterials for Energy Storage and Conservation
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy and Catalysis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2025 | Viewed by 48
Special Issue Editors
Interests: preparation of nanostructured materials such as graphene, carbon fibers, metal nanowires/nanoparticles, and their applications in energy storage and conservation
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Electrochromic devices (ECDs) have gained significant attention due to their ability to change color or transparency in response to an applied electrical voltage. These devices are commonly built with several key components, including the electrochromic layer, electrodes, ion storage layer and electrolyte layer. Electrochromic devices face challenges in improving switching speed, cycle life, color range, and energy efficiency. Innovations in materials, especially in nanostructuring and hybrid materials, are being pursued to overcome these limitations. Additionally, integration with energy storage technologies, like supercapacitors, is an exciting area of development for creating multifunctional devices. Therefore, it is essential to thoroughly characterize and understand the electrochromic layer, electrodes, and electrolytes during the electrochemical reactions to guide the design of advanced ECDs. Researchers are warmly invited to publish their original research papers or review papers in this Special Issue.
- Electrochromic Layer: The electrochromic layer is the heart of the device, where the color-changing reaction takes place. This layer undergoes reversible redox reactions when ions and electrons are injected or removed, causing a change in the material’s optical properties.
- Electrolyte Layer: The electrolyte is responsible for conducting ions between the electrochromic layer and the counter electrode. It plays a key role in maintaining the flow of ions during the operation of the device.
- Transparent Conductive Layer: This layer is responsible for the electrical conductivity across the device while maintaining transparency.
- Ion Storage Layer: Stores ions to facilitate the redox reaction in the electrochromic layer.
Dr. Shengyun Huang
Dr. Long Tan
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- electrochromic devices
- transparent electrode
- solid electrolyte
- supercapacitor
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