A review on progress and prospects of diatomaceous earth as a bio-template material for electrochemical energy storage : synthesis, characterization, and applications
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2024-12
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52
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Ionics, Volume 30, issue 12, pp. 7809-7860
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This comprehensive review explores the remarkable progress and prospects of diatomaceous earth (DE) as a bio-template material for synthesizing electrode materials tailored explicitly for supercapacitor and battery applications. The unique structures within DE, including its mesoporous nature and high surface area, have positioned it as a pivotal material in energy storage. The mesoporous framework of DE, often defined by pores with diameters between 2 and 50 nm, provides a substantial surface area, a fundamental element for charge storage, and transfer in electrochemical energy conversion and storage. Its bio-templating capabilities have ushered in the creation of highly efficient electrode materials. Moreover, the role of DE in enhancing ion accessibility has made it an excellent choice for high-power applications. As we gaze toward the future, the prospects of DE as a bio-template material for supercapacitor and battery electrode material appear exceptionally promising. Customized material synthesis, scalability challenges, multidisciplinary collaborations, and sustainable initiatives are emerging as key areas of interest. The natural abundance and eco-friendly attributes of DE align with the growing emphasis on sustainability in energy solutions, and its contribution to electrode material synthesis for supercapacitors and batteries presents an exciting avenue to evolve energy storage technologies. Its intricate structures and bio-templating capabilities offer a compelling path for advancing sustainable, high-performance energy storage solutions, marking a significant step toward a greener and more efficient future.Description
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Bio-templated synthesis, Diatomaceous earth, Electrochemical energy storage devices, Electrode materials, Frustules
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Appiah, E S, Dzikunu, P, Akinwamide, S O, Fangnon, E A K, Mensah-Darkwa, K, Andrews, A, Agyemang, F O, Nartey, M A, Makgopa, K & Bossuyt, S 2024, ' A review on progress and prospects of diatomaceous earth as a bio-template material for electrochemical energy storage : synthesis, characterization, and applications ', Ionics, vol. 30, no. 12, 100885, pp. 7809-7860 . https://doi.org/10.1007/s11581-024-05825-6