Recent advances in flexible multifunctional electrochromic devices.

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Optoelectronics
• Energy Storage

Background:

• Electrochromism involves reversible optical changes in materials via redox reactions.
• Electrochromic devices (ECDs) are suitable for smart windows and displays due to low energy use.
• Rigid traditional ECDs limit applications in wearable and deformable optoelectronics.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the structure and development of flexible electrochromic devices (ECDs).
• To summarize recent advancements in multifunctional flexible ECDs.
• To discuss challenges and future prospects for flexible ECDs in smart optoelectronics.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of flexible electrochromic devices.
• Analysis of recent developments in multifunctional flexible ECDs.
• Discussion of challenges and future trends.

Main Results:

• Flexible ECDs integrate visual information with advanced technologies like energy harvesting and storage.
• Multifunctional flexible ECDs enable applications in multicolor displays and smart windows.
• Recent developments focus on enhancing multifunctionality and expanding application fields.

Conclusions:

• Flexible multifunctional ECDs are crucial for next-generation wearable and deformable optoelectronics.
• Further research is needed to overcome challenges and realize the full potential of these devices.
• This review provides insights to accelerate the development of flexible multifunctional ECDs.