By Atif SuhailJun 12 2024Reviewed by Lexie Corner The potential of carbon nanotubes in advancing battery technology has attracted significant attention in recent years. As researchers and engineers work to address energy storage challenges, CNTs have emerged as promising candidates due to their unique structural and electronic properties.1Properties and Advantages of CNTs in Battery Technology CNTs are cylindrical nanostructures composed of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice.
Additionally, CNTs provide structural support, preventing the agglomeration of active materials and extending the cycling stability and lifespan of batteries.3 Related StoriesIn lithium-ion batteries, CNTs enhance electron transport and mechanical stability, and their high surface area promotes efficient lithium-ion adsorption and desorption, improving capacity, cycling stability, and rate capability.5
These advancements contribute to the development of high-performance batteries with enhanced energy density, power capability, and cycling stability, enabling applications in portable electronics, electric vehicles, and grid storage.7 Issues related to the uniform dispersion of CNTs within electrode materials and their long-term stability must be addressed to ensure reliable performance in commercial applications.1The Latest Advancements in Carbon Nanotube Fabrication Recent advancements in CNT synthesis techniques and electrode fabrication methods have paved the way for further exploration of CNT-based battery systems.