Carbon-based nanocomposites for all-solid-state rechargeable energy storage devices

A feasible substitute for traditional batteries, solid-state rechargeable energy storage technologies provide benefits like higher energy density, improved safety, and longer cycle life. Nanomaterials (NMs) have confirmed great potential in overcoming the drawbacks of conventional lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), particularly carbon-based materials like graphene and carbon nanotubes (CNTs). To meet the increasing need for high-performance energy storage technologies, particularly for electric vehicles (EVs), more advancements are necessary. The incorporation of carbon-based nanomaterials into all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) with photo-rechargeable characteristics is investigated in this study. ASSB performance in terms of energy density, cycle life, and power density can be greatly improved by the special qualities of CNTs and graphene, including their large surface area, superior mechanical strength, and electrical conductivity. To optimize the anode, cathode, and electrolyte materials, this study explores the most current revisions on the use of carbon-based NMs in ASSBs. Additionally, the possibilities of photo-rechargeable ASSBs made possible by the combination of charge-separation and light-harvesting mechanisms are examined. This assessment seeks to aid in the creation of next-generation energy storage systems by offering a thorough summary of current developments and prospective viewpoints.