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This study investigates nanocomposites formed by doping PEDOT:PSS/MgO with zinc (Zn) and cadmium (Cd) to evaluate their electrochemical performance as supercapacitor electrode materials. The research combines experimental characterization with computational modeling to understand how metal doping influences the structural, electronic, and capacitive properties of the polymer-oxide composite. Results suggest that the synergistic effect of Zn and Cd doping enhances charge storage capacity compared to undoped counterparts, attributed to improved conductivity and increased electroactive surface area.
Why it matters
Supercapacitors are critical components in energy storage systems for applications ranging from electric vehicles to renewable energy grids, and improving their performance through cost-effective material engineering could accelerate the transition to more efficient energy technologies.