Coconut shell charcoal exhibits excellent performance in supercapacitors due to its unique electrochemical properties:
High Surface Area
Coconut shell charcoal has a high surface area, which allows for increased electrochemical reactions and improved capacitance.
Pore Distribution
The material has a well-distributed pore structure, enhancing its ability to store electrical energy efficiently.
Electrochemical Performance
Coconut shell charcoal-based supercapacitors have demonstrated high specific capacitances, such as 449 F/g in a 6 M LiNO(_3) aqueous solution. This indicates a high ability to store electrical energy.
Energy Density
The material has been shown to achieve high energy densities, such as 48.9 Wh/kg at a power density of 1 kW/kg. This indicates a high ability to release stored energy.
Cycling Stability
Coconut shell charcoal-based supercapacitors have demonstrated high cycling stability, maintaining 92% capacitance retention after 10,000 cycles at 10 A/g.
Cost-Effectiveness
Coconut shells are abundant and inexpensive, making coconut shell charcoal a cost-effective option for supercapacitor production.
Environmental Benefits
Utilizing coconut shells reduces waste and environmental impact compared to traditional energy storage solutions.
Scalability
Coconut shells can be easily sourced and processed in large quantities, making coconut shell charcoal a scalable option for mass production of supercapacitors.
These properties and advantages make coconut shell charcoal a promising material for the development of high-performance supercapacitors.
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