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  • Materials Science
  • Electrochemistry
  • Sustainable Energy

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  • Growing demand for zero carbon emissions and renewable energy drives the need for advanced energy storage systems.
  • Conventional energy storage devices like Li-ion batteries face limitations; alternatives are being explored.
  • Supercapacitors offer high power, long life, and eco-friendly characteristics, bridging the gap between capacitors and batteries.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the potential of using readily available construction materials for developing structural supercapacitors.
  • To explore the interdisciplinary application of construction materials in energy storage.
  • To highlight Portland cement concrete, geopolymer concrete, and bricks as viable components for structural supercapacitors.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and analysis of existing research on structural supercapacitors.
  • Investigation into the electrochemical properties of construction materials.
  • Assessment of the mechanical load-bearing capabilities of materials used in structural supercapacitors.

Main Results:

  • Construction materials, including concrete and bricks, show promise as components for structural supercapacitors.
  • These materials offer a cost-effective and scalable alternative to conventional energy storage.
  • Structural supercapacitors can simultaneously store energy and bear mechanical loads.

Conclusions:

  • Construction materials are viable candidates for developing next-generation structural supercapacitors.
  • This approach aligns with sustainability goals by utilizing abundant and inexpensive resources.
  • Further research into optimizing these materials for energy storage applications is warranted.