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Characterization and electrochemical performance of Mn-doped Co3O4 nanoparticles for supercapacitor applications

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The innovative investigation into Mn:Co3O4 samples through a multifaceted approach encompassing diverse characterization methodologies and electrochemical assessments. Employing X-ray diffraction, we unveiled the internal geometry and crystallite disposition, which impeccably matched the spinel-cubic structure of Co3O4. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy analysis meticulously corroborated the existence of Co, Mn, and O elements while unveiling distinctive valence states for Co and Mn ions. On further analysis, scanning electron microscopy provides a visual insight into granular, hexagonal-shaped layered structures, with varying pore abundance among the all temperatures. The compositional integrity is confirmed through energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. Electrochemical investigations encompass cyclic voltammetry (CV), galvanostatic charge–discharge (GCD), and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The CV curves exhibit redox peaks denoting pseudo-capacitive behavior, while GCD profiles display symmetric behavior. The specific capacitance at various scan rates highlights the superior performance of the Mn:Co3O4 sample at 700 °C. EIS analyses affirm low interfacial charge resistance and accelerated ion diffusion. Cyclic stability assessment over 1500 cycles underscores the enduring process of Mn:Co3O4 culminating in a favorable specific capacitance of 625 F/g and a remarkable capacity retention of 96% even after 1500 cycles.

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Acknowledgements

The authors extend their heartfelt gratitude to the University Grants Commission-South Eastern Regional Office (UGC-SERO), Hyderabad (India), for their generous financial support through Project No. MRP-4892/14 (SERO/UGC). Additionally, they would like to acknowledge the invaluable support received from Adhiyamaan College of Engineering (Autonomous), Hosur, Krishnagiri and Government Engineering College, Bargur, Tamilnadu, India.

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This research received funding from the University Grants Commission-South Eastern Regional Office (UGC-SERO), Hyderabad, India, under project number MRP-4892/14 (SERO/UGC), with Dr. R. Mariappan serving as the Principal Investigator (PI).

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  2. Department of Physics, Adhiyamaan College of Engineering, Krishnagiri, Hosur, Tamil Nadu, 635109, India

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Karthikeyan, A., Mariappan, R. Characterization and electrochemical performance of Mn-doped Co3O4 nanoparticles for supercapacitor applications. J Mater Sci: Mater Electron 34, 2092 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10854-023-11493-5

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