Graphene Materials for Batteries

Abstract

Graphene, a monolayer carbon has emerged as a promising material for the development of advanced materials and related applications. Graphene and its derivatives are being extensively used as electrode materials in rechargeable lithium ion batteries and sodium ion batteries for enhanced performance. Recent studies have reported an enhanced electrochemical performance of graphene batteries however, by investigating cyclability and rate capacity of the batteries it can be noted that the graphene potential has not been fully used. This article is focused on the application of graphene-based materials in rechargeable batteries with prospects on overcoming hurdles. The existing literature focused on various manufacturing techniques used to produce graphene electrodes, electrical chemical properties together with structural changes has been reviewed.