Two-Dimensional Transition Metal Dichalcogenide Hybrid Materials For Energy Applications

Keywords

2D material; 2D transition metal dichalcogenide; Energy generation; Energy storage; Hybrid material; TMD

Abstract

Two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenides (2D TMDs) possess a rich set of extraordinary structural, chemical, electrical, and optical properties unattainable with any traditional materials. A large number of these properties are particularly suitable for energy generation/conversion applications, which renders unprecedented yet tremendous opportunities for addressing the multi-faceted demands of up-coming energy technologies. Heterogeneously integrating 2D TMDs with other energy materials is projected to improve the performance of existing energy devices and/or achieve unconventional functionalities in a highly synergic manner, which cannot be catered by stand-alone 2D TMDs. In this article, we present a comprehensive review on the up-to-date progress in the development of 2D TMD hybrid materials for a variety of energy applications. This review focuses on addressing how the incorporation of 2D TMDs can help manipulate the functionalities of conventional energy materials to achieve targeted and improved energy device performances. An overview of the recent progress in the development of various 2D TMD hybrid materials and their fabrication strategies is presented, followed by a survey on various energy devices based on these materials and their performance comparison. Current challenges associated with material developments are discussed, and forward-looking outlooks assessing unexplored research areas are also suggested.

Publication Date

4-1-2018

Publication Title

Nano Today

Volume

19

Number of Pages

16-40

Document Type

Review

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nantod.2018.02.007

Socpus ID

85042940757 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/85042940757

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