Nb2O5 nanofibres enhanced polyacrylonitrile (PAN)/cellulose (CA)/LiTFSI based on composite polymer electrolytes (CPEs) for energy storage applications
摘要
The advancement of structural energy storage materials is essential for optimising the lightweight design and spatial efficiency of electric automobiles and flying machines. Nonetheless, the utilisation of a structural electrolyte appropriate for structural stability electrical appliances is infrequently observed. The composite solid polymer electrolyte (CSPEs) utilising polyacrylonitrile (PAN)/cellulose (CA)/LiTFSI as the polymer matrix and Nb2O5 as reinforcement fillers exhibits a lithium-ion transference number of (Li+) 0.91, a conductivity of ions of 2.23 × 10−3 S cm−1 at room temperature (RT), and an electrochemical window of 4.8 V. Additionally, it demonstrates an electrolyte uptake of approximately 256%, porosity around 57%, an activation energy of 0.20 eV, and thermal shrinking at approximately 250 ℃. These results highlight that adding 20 Wt% Nb2O5 to polyacrylonitrile (PAN), cellulose (CA), and LiTFSI is a viable way to improve the electrochemical characteristics of CPEs, making them ideal for applications in energy production.