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Multifunctional MXene/polymer architectures for energy storage and wearable technologies
Shabna S1, Kaviyarasan S1, Sibin C S2
1Nanophotonics Research Laboratory, Department of Physics and Nanotechnology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur - 603203, Tamil Nadu, India. krahul.au@gmail.com.
Nanoscale
|May 18, 2026
Summary
Two-dimensional MXenes combined with polymers create advanced composites for energy storage and wearable electronics. These MXene/polymer materials offer improved stability and performance in supercapacitors and batteries.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Electrochemistry
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Two-dimensional (2D) MXenes possess excellent electrical conductivity, redox activity, and hydrophilicity.
- MXenes are promising for energy storage and wearable electronics, particularly in supercapacitors and batteries.
- Surface terminations of MXenes allow tuning of properties through combination with polymers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent advances in the synthesis of MXene/polymer composites.
- To discuss the applications of these composites in energy storage and wearable devices.
- To cover synergistic interactions and performance in supercapacitors, batteries, and health monitoring.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent advances in MXene/polymer composite synthesis.
- Analysis of synergistic interactions between MXene and polymer components.
- Evaluation of performance data in energy storage and wearable device applications.
Main Results:
- MXene/polymer composites effectively mitigate MXene sheet restacking and enhance oxidation resistance.
- These composites demonstrate improved structural stability and electrochemical performance.
- Synergistic interactions lead to enhanced functionality in supercapacitors, batteries, and health monitoring devices.
Conclusions:
- MXene/polymer composites represent a significant advancement for energy storage and wearable electronics.
- Further research is needed to address challenges in rational design and optimization.
- Potential strategies for material design and performance enhancement are discussed.
