STRUCTURAL SUPERCAPACITORS FOR ONBOARD ENERGY STORAGE AND DELIVERY IN MANNED OR UNMANNED SURFACE VESSELS
Abstract
This research effort will investigate the simultaneous enhancement of mechanical and electrical characteristics in polymer matrix composites with the objective of developing “structural supercapacitors.” These structural supercapacitors are multifunctional materials that provide both loadbearing and electrical-energy-storage capabilities in a synergistic manner. The research focus is on hierarchical modifications of various components of the proposed supercapacitor architectures supported by a fundamental multi-scale and multi-physics investigation of the chemo-mechanics of these materials. Material behavior will be studied across multiple length scales. For example, interphase mechanics and ion transport will be studied at the tens of nanometers while the overall structural response will be characterized at the tens of centimeters or greater. These materials are expected to lead to energy storage structures that find application in various surface and underwater vessels and vehicles.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 12, 2021
- Source ID
- FA95502010156
Entities
People
- Raman Singh
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- Oklahoma State University–Stillwater
- United States Air Force