The book focuses on the materials science related to energy conversion and energy storage technologies. It covers the principles of the prospective energy technologies and their relationship to the performance of the energy devices.1. Introduction: Energy and Materials 2. Photovoltaics: Fundamentals of Energy Conversion. 3. Photovoltaics: Materials and Technologies. 4. Fuel Cells: Fundamentals and Applications. 5. Solid-State Polymer Electrolytes for Fuel Cells Application. 6. NextGeneration Supercapacitors with Sustainably Processed Carbon Quantum Dots. 7. TinBased Anodes for NextGeneration LithiumIon Batteries. 8. Sustainable Materials for Energy Conversion System.
Development of new energyrelated materials is essential in addressing future energy demands. Materials for Energy Conversion and Storage focuses on the materials science related to energy conversion and energy storage technologies. It covers the principles of prospective energy technologies and their relationship to the performance of energy devices.
Covers fundamental principles of energy conversion and storage
Discusses materials selection, design, and performance tradeoffs
Details electrochemical cell construction and testing methodologies
Explores sustainable development of energy devices
Features case studies
Aimed at readers in materials, electrical, and energy engineering, this book provides readers with a deep understanding of the role of materials in developing sustainable energy devices.
Hieng Kiat Jun obtained his MEngSci and PhD from the University of Malaya, Malaysia. He is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia. He conducts experimental research on nanosized energy devices in solar cells and electló&