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Recent Developments in MXene-Based Supercapacitors
- 1 School of Science, University College London, MA, UK
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Abstract
MXenes, a family of two-dimensional transition metal carbides, nitrides, and carbonitrides, have emerged as promising materials for supercapacitor applications due to their unique properties, including high electrical conductivity, large surface area, and excellent electrochemical performance. Their graphene-like structure and the transition metal layer confer excellent conductive and energy storage properties. Therefore, they can be used as electrode materials for capacitors and to promote research progress in areas such as solid-state batteries. This review summarizes recent advancements in MXene-based supercapacitors, focusing on synthesis methods, structural properties, and electrochemical performance enhancements achieved through various strategies. Challenges and future prospects of MXene-based supercapacitors are also discussed, providing insights for researchers and engineers in the field of energy storage
Keywords
supercapacitors, MXene, energy storage, energy density
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Zhu,H. (2025). Recent Developments in MXene-Based Supercapacitors. Applied and Computational Engineering,124,45-53.
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