Porous carbon nanofiber (CNF) composites are promising electrode materials for supercapacitor (SC) applications. In this research, for the purpose of developing efficient CNFs with high specific capacitance, PAN solutions introduced with nano-sized boron oxide (B2O3) were electrospun followed by thermal treatment at high temperature. The best electrochemical performance was found for the sample which was doped 1 wt% nano-sized boron oxide and a gradual decrease was seen when the content was increased from 1 to 5 wt%. 1BCNF electrodes prepared from 1 wt% nano-sized boron oxide with PAN show a remarkable specific capacitance of 146 Fg-1 at 1Ag-1 compared to the pure CNF which is 46 Fg-1. Also, 1BCNF composite has an excellent cycle life which is more than 90 % capacity retention after 6500 cycles. The results showed that 1BCNF composite is a promising potential electrode for supercapacitor applications due to the optimized pore structure and enhanced electrical conductivity.
This study is supported by Scientific and Technical Research Council of Turkey-International Industrial R&D (TEYDEB-1509 and ERANET-INCOMERA unit.
Project No: 9160035
Project No: 9160035
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Chemical Engineering, Material Production Technologies |
Journal Section | Research Articles |
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Project Number | Project No: 9160035 |
Publication Date | October 30, 2021 |
Submission Date | February 9, 2021 |
Acceptance Date | September 9, 2021 |
Published in Issue | Year 2021 |
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