Which nanomaterials are used in energy storage?

Although the number of studies of various phenomena related to the performance of nanomaterials in energy storage is increasing year by year, only a few of them—such as graphene sheets, carbon nanotubes (CNTs), carbon black, and silicon nanoparticles—are currently used in commercial devices, primarily as additives (18).

Can nanomaterials improve the performance of energy storage devices?

The development of nanomaterials and their related processing into electrodes and devices can improve the performance and/or development of the existing energy storage systems. We provide a perspective on recent progress in the application of nanomaterials in energy storage devices, such as supercapacitors and batteries.

What role does nanotechnology play in energy storage?

Nanomaterials and nanotechnology have played central roles in the realization of high-efficiency and next-generation energy storage devices.

Why are carbon nanomaterials important for energy storage?

What emerges is the large family of carbon nanomaterials (Fig. 1, top row). Carbon is invaluable for energy storage owing to its properties, such as low specific weight and high abundance, coupled with the high electronic conductivity of graphitic carbons.

What are the limitations of nanomaterials in energy storage devices?

The limitations of nanomaterials in energy storage devices are related to their high surface area—which causes parasitic reactions with the electrolyte, especially during the first cycle, known as the first cycle irreversibility—as well as their agglomeration.

What are inorganic nanomaterials?

Nanomaterials have emerged as pivotal components in the development of next-generation energy technologies, particularly in the realm of batteries and energy materials. With their unique thermal, mechanical, optical, and electrical properties, inorganic nanomaterials have garnered significant attention for various energy applications.