Preparation and applications of activated electrospun nanofibers for energy storage materials

Authors

Ji Sun Im, University of WollongongFollow
Jumi Yun, University of WollongongFollow
Jae-Geun Kim, University of WollongongFollow
Young-Seak Lee, Chungnam National University

RIS ID

80558

Publication Details

Im, J., Yun, J., Kim, J. & Lee, Y. (2013). Preparation and applications of activated electrospun nanofibers for energy storage materials. Current Organic Chemistry, 17 (13), 1424-1433.

Abstract

Long 1D nanofibers provide unique properties, such as a high specific surface area, a high aspect ratio and easy electron transfer. Electrospinning using a high electric voltage is the most promising and practical way to fabricate nanosized nanofibers. These nanofibers have been used in numerous fields because of their many unique properties. This review will discuss the recent application of electrospun nanofibers for energy storage. The following will provide an in-depth summary of hydrogen storage media, capacitors, lithium-ion batteries, hybrid capacitors, dye-sensitized solar cells and thermoelectric materials. The most promising ways of enhancing the efficiencies of these energy storage devices will also be discussed.