Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jun 19, 2026
08:21
Laser-induced Forward Transfer for Flip-chip Packaging of Single Dies
Published on: March 20, 2015
12.4K
Recent Advances in Laser-Induced Graphene-Based Materials for Energy Storage and Conversion
Seung Geun Jo1, Rahul Ramkumar1, Jung Woo Lee1
1Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Pusan National University, 2, Busandaehak-ro 63beon-gil, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea.
Chemsuschem
|December 6, 2023
Summary
Laser-induced graphene (LIG) offers a simple, fast method for creating advanced carbon nanomaterials. This review details LIG
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Electrochemistry
Background:
- Laser-induced graphene (LIG) is a versatile porous carbon nanomaterial synthesized by direct laser writing on polymer substrates.
- LIG exhibits desirable properties including high surface area, excellent conductivity, and mechanical flexibility.
- These characteristics position LIG as a key material for next-generation energy storage and conversion devices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of recent advancements in laser-induced graphene for energy applications.
- To cover fabrication techniques, performance enhancement strategies, and device integration of LIG-based materials.
- To examine the potential of LIG in various energy conversion and storage technologies.
Main Methods:
- Review of literature on laser-induced graphene synthesis and applications.
- Analysis of performance enhancement strategies for LIG in energy devices.
- Discussion of device integration and fabrication methods for LIG electrodes.
Main Results:
- LIG demonstrates significant potential in hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions, oxygen reduction reactions, zinc-air batteries, and supercapacitors.
- Various methods for tuning LIG's structure and composition have been explored to optimize performance.
- Successful integration of LIG into functional energy devices has been achieved, showcasing its practical utility.
Conclusions:
- Laser-induced graphene is a highly promising material for sustainable and efficient energy solutions due to its unique properties and fabrication ease.
- Continued research into LIG fabrication and device engineering will accelerate its adoption in commercial energy technologies.
- The multifunctionality of LIG supports its role in advancing diverse energy conversion and storage applications.
Related Concept Videos
00:52Potential Energy
The energy stored by a structure and location of matter in space is called potential energy. For instance, raising a kettlebell changes its spatial location and increases its potential energy. Similarly, a stretched rubber band contains potential energy which, under certain conditions, can be converted into other forms of energy, such as kinetic energy.
Chemical bonds that form attractive forces between atoms also contain potential energy, called chemical energy. When a chemical reaction...
Chemical bonds that form attractive forces between atoms also contain potential energy, called chemical energy. When a chemical reaction...
01:10Sugars as Energy Storage Molecules
Sugar (a simple carbohydrate) metabolism (chemical reactions) is a classic example of the many cellular processes that use and produce energy. Living things consume sugar as a major energy source because sugar molecules have considerable energy stored within their bonds. Consumed carbohydrates have their origins in photosynthesizing organisms like plants. During photosynthesis, plants use the energy of sunlight to convert carbon dioxide gas into sugar molecules, like glucose. Because this...
01:10Sugars as Energy Storage Molecules
Sugar (a simple carbohydrate) metabolism (chemical reactions) is a classic example of the many cellular processes that use and produce energy. Living things consume sugar as a major energy source because sugar molecules have considerable energy stored within their bonds. Consumed carbohydrates have their origins in photosynthesizing organisms like plants. During photosynthesis, plants use the energy of sunlight to convert carbon dioxide gas into sugar molecules, like glucose. Because this...