Effect of synthesis methods on quaternary metals-based graphitic carbon nitride nanocomposites for supercapacitor and photocatalytic applications
摘要
Research on sustainable energy storage and conversion techniques is advancing due to rising energy use. Supercapacitors, high-power-density capacitors, are in high demand due to their quick energy release and absorption capabilities. In this study, NiO/Co3O4/BaO/Al2O3 (NCBA) and NiO/Co3O4/BaO/Al2O3@g-C3N4 (NCBACN) nanocomposites were synthesized, characterized, and their electrochemical performance was checked as a supercapacitor and for photodegradation of dyes. The NCBA and NCBACN nanocomposites were prepared using co-precipitation and ultra-sonication methods. The NCBACN electrode had a higher specific capacitance (2190 F/g) than the NCBA electrode (476 F/g). NCBACN demonstrated superior efficiency in reducing Rhodamine-B and Congo red dyes, with 97% and 94% degradation respectively. The NCBACN electrode material offers superior capacitive performance as a supercapacitor, with EIS and GCD curve results supporting its effectiveness and cost-effectiveness in industrial wastewater dye removal.