Category: Fundamental Science Publications

Electron-conducting carbon concrete (ec^3) is a multifunctional cement-based composite material that combines mechanical robustness with electrochemical energy storage. To further expand our understanding of structure–function relationships in this complex multiphase material system and provide a roadmap for transitioning this technology from a simple proof-of-concept to a viable large-scale energy storage alternative, we report insights into…Continue…Continue Reading High energy density carbon–cement supercapacitors for architectural energy storage

The extent and pace of the transition from our current fossil fuel-based economy to one based on renewable energy will strongly depend on the availability of bulk energy storage solutions. Herein, we investigate one such candidate technology, using chemical precursors which are inexpensive, abundant, and widely available, specifically cement, water, and carbon black. The energy…Continue…Continue Reading Carbon–cement supercapacitors as a scalable bulk energy storage solution