Nature-derived polymers and their composites for energy depository applications in batteries and supercapacitors: Advances, prospects and sustainability

Ahmed, Shakeel; Sharma, Priynka; Bairagi, Satyaranjan; Rumjit, Nelson Pynadathu; Garg, Shivani; Ali, Akbar; Lai, Chin Wei; Mousavi, Seyyed Mojtaba; Hashemi, Seyyed Alireza; Hussain, Chaudhary Mustansar

doi:10.1016/j.est.2023.107391

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“…[207,208] As a reminder, biodegradable materials are materials that can be degraded by living organisms such as bacteria and fungi in the natural environment at a certain rate, and their decomposition products are not toxic. Unlike inorganic materials and nonbiodegradable synthetic polymers, biobased materials [225,226] can be an excellent alternative in creating eco-friendly, biodegradable at the end-of-life, [207,208,227] biocompatible, [209] and bioresorbable [208] electronics.…”

Section: Biodegradable Biocompatible and Bioresorbable Scsmentioning

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Recent Trends in Supercapacitor Research: Sustainability in Energy and Materials

Chernysheva,

Smirnova,

Ananikov

2024

ChemSusChem

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Supercapacitors (SCs) have emerged as critical components in applications ranging from transport to wearable electronics due to their rapid charge‐discharge cycles, high power density, and reliability. This review offers an analysis of recent strides in supercapacitor research, emphasizing pivotal developments in sustainability, electrode materials, electrolytes, and 'smart SCs' designed for modern microelectronics with attributes such as flexibility, stretchability, and biocompatibility. Central to this discourse are two dominant electrode materials: carbon materials (CMs), primarily in Electric Double Layer Capacitors (EDLCs), and pseudocapacitive materials, involving oxides/hydroxides, chalcogenides, metal‐organic frameworks, conductive polymers and metal nitrides such as MXene. Despite EDLCs' historical use, challenges such as low energy density persist, with heteroatom introduction into the carbon lattice posed as a solution. Concurrently, pseudocapacitive materials dominate recent studies, with efficiency enhancement strategies, such as the creation of hybrids based on different types of materials, surface structural engineering and doping, under exploration. Emphasis is given to smart SCs with novel attributes such as self‐charging, self‐healing, biocompatibility, and environmentally conscious designs. In summary, the article underscores the drive in sustainable supercapacitor research to achieve high energy and power density, steering towards SCs that are efficient and versatile and involving bioderived/biocompatible SC materials.

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Section: Biodegradable Biocompatible and Bioresorbable Scsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Recent Trends in Supercapacitor Research: Sustainability in Energy and Materials

Chernysheva,

Smirnova,

Ananikov

2024

ChemSusChem

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“…101 The powerful polymerization of basic sub-units grants cellulose extreme mechanical qualities, biofeasibility, excellent thermal stability, and biodegradable character. 102 It is a substantial renewable natural C source of the Earth. Cellulose has not only been utilized as a raw material for synthesis of activated C required in supercapacitors, but has also functioned as a precursor to fabricate electrodes via polymerization activity.…”

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A comprehensive review on developments and future perspectives of biopolymer‐based materials for energy storage

Mahajan,

Sharma

2024

Energy Storage

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Driven by the escalating environmental impact of synthetic materials, there has been a growing focus on employing eco‐sustainable biomass‐derived biopolymers and native materials as a viable alternative to traditional energy storage applications. Biopolymer‐based energy devices, like batteries, supercapacitors, electrode materials, and ion‐exchange membranes, a novel and eco‐conscious approach, hold great potential for flexible and smart electrochemical energy storage and conversion devices, owing to their affordability, environmental sustainability, and biodegradability. This critical review outlines the sources and properties of biopolymers leading to energy storage and emphasizes their utilization in the energy sector. Despite their inherent constraints, biopolymers can be effectively leveraged when combined with other materials in composites. This collaborative approach not only refines their intrinsic physical attributes but also elevates the electrochemical performance of biologically active molecules. In this regard, bionanocomposites, a class of materials combining biopolymers and nanoparticles, have emerged as a promising greener alternative to conventional petroleum‐based polymers. Their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and antimicrobial properties have promoted their increased commercialization, thus paving the way for a more sustainable future. The review concludes by identifying and effectively addressing the limitations, challenges, and future perspectives of biopolymers in energy storage applications.

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“…There is a growing interest in sustainable materials and manufacturing methods across industry and this is reflected in a growing body of the research literature and various industry sector reviews. Authors have emphasised the use of polymers for battery research, increasingly sustainable synthesis routes and polymers from renewable resources like biomass [ 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 ]. The review theme continues into the polymer processing field of work, for example, the use of recycled waste and upcycling both plastic and biomass waste, 3D printing developments and applications towards sustainable environmental solutions [ 8 , 9 , 10 ].…”

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Recent Advancements towards Sustainability in Rotomoulding

Kelly-Walley,

Martin,

Ortega

et al. 2024

Materials

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Rotational moulding is a unique low-shear process used to manufacture hollow parts. The process is an excellent process method for batch processing, minimal waste and stress-free parts. However, the process has drawbacks such as long cycle times, gas dependency and a limited palette of materials relative to other process methods. This review aimed to shed light on the current state-of-the-art research contributing towards sustainability in rotational moulding. The scope of this review broadly assessed all areas of the process such as material development, process adaptations and development, modelling, simulation and contributions towards applications carving a more sustainable society. The PRISMA literature review method was adopted, finding that the majority of publications focus on material development, specifically on the use of waste, fillers, fibres and composites as a way to improve sustainability. Significant focus on biocomposites and natural fibres highlighted the strong research interest, while recyclate studies appeared to be less explored to date. Other research paths are process modification, modelling and simulation, motivated to increase energy efficiency, reduction in scrap and attempts to reduce cycle time with models. An emerging research interest in rotational moulding is the contribution towards the hydrogen economy, particularly type IV hydrogen vessels.

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Nature-derived polymers and their composites for energy depository applications in batteries and supercapacitors: Advances, prospects and sustainability

Cited by 24 publications

References 202 publications

Recent Trends in Supercapacitor Research: Sustainability in Energy and Materials

Recent Trends in Supercapacitor Research: Sustainability in Energy and Materials

A comprehensive review on developments and future perspectives of biopolymer‐based materials for energy storage

Recent Advancements towards Sustainability in Rotomoulding

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