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Nanocomposite Polymer Electrolytes in Electrochemical Energy Storage Systems

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Polymer electrolytes, especially inorganic metal oxide nanoparticles incorporated solid polymer electrolytes, are an important breakthrough in modern energy storage technologies. In particular, they represent a significant step toward the development of high-energy density batteries and supercapacitors with an improved safety. The modern portable electronics markets not only seek high energy and power but also require miniaturization with desired shapes. Polymer electrolytes with adequate ion mobility and conductivity have attracted intensive research interests due to their versatility, reliability, safety, and easy handling over the conventional organic liquid electrolytes. This review addresses some of the key performance characteristics that could yield superior electrolytes for high-performance electrochemical energy storage devices.

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We thank Prof KI Ozoemena (CSIR, South Africa) for the insightful comments and discussions on this book chapter.

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Raju, K., Suthanthiraraj, S.A. (2016). Nanocomposite Polymer Electrolytes in Electrochemical Energy Storage Systems. In: Ozoemena, K., Chen, S. (eds) Nanomaterials in Advanced Batteries and Supercapacitors. Nanostructure Science and Technology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-26082-2_13

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