Editorial for the Special Issue Energy Conversion and Storage Devices: Materials and Applications
Tejaswi Tanaji Salunkhe1, Il Tae Kim1
1School of Chemical, Biological & Battery Engineering, Gachon University, Seongnam 13120, Republic of Korea.
Micromachines
|August 28, 2025
Summary
Advancements in energy conversion and storage are crucial for powering portable electronics, electric vehicles, and sustainable energy systems. This progress is essential for meeting the growing global demand for efficient and reliable energy solutions.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Electrochemistry
- Energy Storage
Background:
- Growing demand for high-performance portable electronics, electric vehicles (EVs), grid-scale storage, and sustainable energy systems.
- Need for transformative progress in energy conversion and storage technologies to meet these demands.
Discussion:
- Exploring novel materials and device architectures for enhanced energy conversion and storage.
- Investigating electrochemical processes and performance metrics for next-generation energy solutions.
- Addressing challenges in scalability, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact of energy technologies.
Key Insights:
- Development of advanced materials with superior energy density and cycle life.
- Improved efficiency in energy conversion processes.
- Successful integration of new technologies into practical applications.
Outlook:
- Future research directions focusing on sustainable materials and circular economy principles.
- Potential for breakthroughs in battery technology, supercapacitors, and fuel cells.
- Enabling widespread adoption of electric vehicles and renewable energy integration.
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