Publisher's Synopsis
Materials which can generate, store and transmit energy are of vital importance for a sustainable society. This reference text will examine various material systems and their composites for cutting-edge energy applications from a beginner's perspective all the way up to the most advanced research and development. The aim of the book is to highlight new research and developments in all aspects of material synthesis, processing, characterization, and performance of functional energy materials, as well as their integration into existing and emerging energy-related technologies. The book will point readers in a fresh direction to learn about the chemistry of energy materials and how to enhance the functionality of energy technologies.
Key Features:
- Highlights recent advances in energy conversion, storage, and applications from a materials standpoint
- Examines various material systems and their composites for cutting-edge energy applications from a beginner's perspective all the way up to the most advanced research and development
- Discusses properties of various energy materials and methods to improve device performance
- Describes applications including flexible energy harvesting and storage devices, sensors, energy storage batteries, fuel cells, photovoltaics and more
- Discusses the challenges and future perspectives of energy materials
