Exploring Electrocatalytic Excellence of MXene based Catalysts for Supercapacitance Studies
DICKSON D. Babu, PRAVEEN Naik, SUJIN Jose, SANTHOSH T.C.M.
Ever since their discovery in 2011, MXene-based materials have attracted attention as a novel electrocatalyst. They have outstanding electrical conductivity, adjustable surface chemistry, and versatile structures. These qualities make them ideal candidates to transform the next generation of supercapacitors. This chapter explores the role of MXenes in supercapacitor applications, focusing mainly on their basic charge storage mechanisms, which include electric double-layer capacitance (EDLC) and pseudocapacitance. These materials show fast charge transfer and ion movement by leveraging MXenes’ unique physicochemical properties, such as their large surface area, many redox-active sites, and customized surface modifications. This results in excellent electrochemical performance. The chapter addresses these challenges and offers cutting-edge solutions, including new synthesis techniques and surface modifications to reduce limitations. Experimental findings and comparisons with traditional materials provide a clear view of MXenes’ potential in high-performance energy storage systems. The final section also suggests possible future directions, highlighting the role of MXene-based electrocatalysts in creating next-generation supercapacitors that deliver high power and long cycling life for sustainable energy applications.
Keywords
MXene, Electrocatalysis, Supercapacitors, Energy Storage
Published online 10/20/2025, 12 pages
Citation: DICKSON D. Babu, PRAVEEN Naik, SUJIN Jose, SANTHOSH T.C.M., Exploring Electrocatalytic Excellence of MXene based Catalysts for Supercapacitance Studies, Materials Research Foundations, Vol. 182, pp 27-38, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21741/9781644903797-3
Part of the book on Electrocatalysts and Advanced Materials for Sustainable Energy Storage
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