Development of ZrO2-TiO2 binary nanocomposites for enhanced energy storage in supercapacitors

Abstract This study focuses on the development of ZrO₂–TiO₂ binary nanocomposites for use in supercapacitor applications. The functionality of the nanoparticles is examined through Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction while their surface morphology is analyzed using scanning el...

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Main Authors: Sridevi Patil, Bipin S. Chikkatti, Ashok M. Sajjan, Nagaraj R. Banapurmath
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Published: Springer 2025-05-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/s44373-025-00029-7
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author Sridevi Patil
Bipin S. Chikkatti
Ashok M. Sajjan
Nagaraj R. Banapurmath
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description Abstract This study focuses on the development of ZrO₂–TiO₂ binary nanocomposites for use in supercapacitor applications. The functionality of the nanoparticles is examined through Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction while their surface morphology is analyzed using scanning electron microscopy. Electrochemical performance is evaluated using techniques such as Cyclic Voltammetry, Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy, and Galvanostatic Charge–Discharge measurements. The ZrO₂/TiO₂ nanocomposite demonstrates a high specific capacitance of 226.5 F g⁻1 at a current density of 0.75 A g⁻1. It also exhibits impressive stability, retaining 86% of its capacitance and almost 100% coulombic efficiency after 4000 cycles. Moreover, the nanocomposite exhibits an impressive power density of 5000 W kg⁻1, demonstrating its capability for rapid energy delivery, which is a critical requirement for high-power applications. Simultaneously, it achieves a high energy density of 125.8 Wh kg⁻1, signifying its ability to store substantial amounts of energy per unit mass. Given these remarkable attributes, the ZrO₂–TiO₂ nanocomposite emerges as a highly promising material for energy storage applications, offering a compelling alternative to conventional electrode materials and paving the way for the development of more efficient, sustainable, and high-performance electrochemical energy storage systems. Graphical abstract
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spelling doaj-art-cad5c50d12db4cb99718ebef2ea36ac72025-08-20T03:09:21ZengSpringerDiscover Electrochemistry3005-12152025-05-012111410.1007/s44373-025-00029-7Development of ZrO2-TiO2 binary nanocomposites for enhanced energy storage in supercapacitorsSridevi Patil0Bipin S. Chikkatti1Ashok M. Sajjan2Nagaraj R. Banapurmath3Department of Chemistry, KLE Technological UniversityDepartment of Chemistry, KLE Technological UniversityDepartment of Chemistry, KLE Technological UniversityCentre of Excellence in Material Science, School of Mechanical Engineering, KLE Technological UniversityAbstract This study focuses on the development of ZrO₂–TiO₂ binary nanocomposites for use in supercapacitor applications. The functionality of the nanoparticles is examined through Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction while their surface morphology is analyzed using scanning electron microscopy. Electrochemical performance is evaluated using techniques such as Cyclic Voltammetry, Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy, and Galvanostatic Charge–Discharge measurements. The ZrO₂/TiO₂ nanocomposite demonstrates a high specific capacitance of 226.5 F g⁻1 at a current density of 0.75 A g⁻1. It also exhibits impressive stability, retaining 86% of its capacitance and almost 100% coulombic efficiency after 4000 cycles. Moreover, the nanocomposite exhibits an impressive power density of 5000 W kg⁻1, demonstrating its capability for rapid energy delivery, which is a critical requirement for high-power applications. Simultaneously, it achieves a high energy density of 125.8 Wh kg⁻1, signifying its ability to store substantial amounts of energy per unit mass. Given these remarkable attributes, the ZrO₂–TiO₂ nanocomposite emerges as a highly promising material for energy storage applications, offering a compelling alternative to conventional electrode materials and paving the way for the development of more efficient, sustainable, and high-performance electrochemical energy storage systems. Graphical abstracthttps://doi.org/10.1007/s44373-025-00029-7NanoparticlesSupercapacitorsSpecific capacitanceEnergy densityPower density
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Nagaraj R. Banapurmath
Development of ZrO2-TiO2 binary nanocomposites for enhanced energy storage in supercapacitors
Discover Electrochemistry
Nanoparticles
Supercapacitors
Specific capacitance
Energy density
Power density
title Development of ZrO2-TiO2 binary nanocomposites for enhanced energy storage in supercapacitors
title_full Development of ZrO2-TiO2 binary nanocomposites for enhanced energy storage in supercapacitors
title_fullStr Development of ZrO2-TiO2 binary nanocomposites for enhanced energy storage in supercapacitors
title_full_unstemmed Development of ZrO2-TiO2 binary nanocomposites for enhanced energy storage in supercapacitors
title_short Development of ZrO2-TiO2 binary nanocomposites for enhanced energy storage in supercapacitors
title_sort development of zro2 tio2 binary nanocomposites for enhanced energy storage in supercapacitors
topic Nanoparticles
Supercapacitors
Specific capacitance
Energy density
Power density
url https://doi.org/10.1007/s44373-025-00029-7
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