Polymers in Energy Conversion and Storage (eBook)

The research and development activities in energy conversion and storage are playing a significant role in our daily lives owing to the rising interest in clean energy technologies to alleviate the fossil-fuel crisis. Polymers are used in energy conversion and storage technology due to their low-cost, softness, ductility and flexibility compared to carbon and inorganic materials. Polymers in Energy Conversion and Storage provides in-depth literature on the applicability of polymers in energy conversion and storage, history and progress, fabrication techniques, and potential applications.Highly accomplished experts review current and potential applications including hydrogen production, solar cells, photovoltaics, water splitting, fuel cells, supercapacitors and batteries. Chapters address the history and progress, fabrication techniques, and many applications within a framework of basic studies, novel research, and energy applications.Additional Features Include:Explores all types of energy applications based on polymers and its compositesProvides an introduction and essential concepts tailored for the industrial and research communityDetails historical developments in the use of polymers in energy applicationsDiscusses the advantages of polymers as electrolytes in batteries and fuel cellsThis book is an invaluable guide for students, professors, scientists and R&D industrial experts working in the field.