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Supercapacitors are electrochemical energy storage devices that serve as a bridge between batteries and conventional capacitors. Renowned for their ability to undergo rapid charge and discharge cycles, they offer significantly higher energy densities than traditional capacitors, while also delivering far greater power densities than batteries. Their exceptional lifetimes and reliability make them an ideal choice for applications requiring fast energy delivery and sustained cycling performance, positioning them as a critical technology in fields ranging from handheld electronics and automotive systems to large scale integration of renewable energy sources into the electrical grid.
At the EIL, our research on supercapacitors encompasses both materials and full-cell analysis, aiming to enhance their performance and safety. By investigating and characterising new, more sustainable, materials we work to improve the efficiency, longevity and energy density of these devices. Our safety and degradation studies focus on understanding how supercapacitors perform over time, as well as under extreme conditions, allowing us to examine material deterioration and identify potential failure mechanisms. This knowledge is crucial for addressing design limitations and ensuring the safer, more reliable use of supercapacitors in a wide range of applications.
