Nb-based MXenes: Structures, properties, synthesis, and application towards supercapacitors

Onkar Jaywant Kewate, Iftikhar Hussain, Nidhi Tyagi, Sachin Saxena, Kaili Zhang, Evelyn Gifta Rajamansingh, Nalini Chinnappan, Himani Joshi, Sathyanarayanan Punniyakoti*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Energy storage materials have gained significant attention over the past two decades. MXenes, an excellent two-dimensional (2D) material is the most recent and active member of the 2D family which is studied extensively. Among various MXenes, Ti-MXene has emerged as a widely utilized material. However, other transition metal alternatives also potentially serve the function of 2D MXene for various applications. Hence, non-Ti-based MXenes, particularly niobium (Nb) based MXenes (Nb2CTx and Nb4C3Tx) have recently gained interest due to their unique properties. This article reviews the structures, properties, various synthesis routes, and applications of Nb-based MXenes, specifically focusing on their utilization in supercapacitors. The paper discusses the recent findings and concludes by addressing the future prospects of Nb-based MXenes for supercapacitor applications. © 2024 Elsevier Ltd.
Original languageEnglish
Article number112445
JournalJournal of Energy Storage
Volume94
Online published14 Jun 2024
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 30 Jul 2024

Research Keywords

  • 2D materials
  • Application
  • Nb-MXenes
  • Properties
  • Structure
  • Synthesis

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