Novel biopolymer pectin-based hydrogel electrolytes for sustainable energy storage
Nathan W. Wilson, Gerardine G. Botte
Abstract
Low-esterified pectin from food waste has been incorporated into novel hydrogel electrolytes that feature excellent ionic conductivity using non-toxic and biodegradable components.
Topics & Concepts
BiopolymerPectinSelf-healing hydrogelsEnergy storageChitosanMaterials scienceChemical engineeringPolymer scienceElectrolyteFood scienceChemistryComposite materialPolymer chemistryEngineeringPolymerPhysicsElectrodePower (physics)Physical chemistryQuantum mechanicsSupercapacitor Materials and FabricationAdvanced Battery Technologies ResearchAdvanced battery technologies research