Exploring the Triple Applications of Ag/PMAc-g-CNT Nanocomposites in Enhancing HER, OER and Supercapacitor Performance

Abstract

The research aims to investigate the potential of using Ag/PMAc-g-CNT as a high-efficient catalyst for overall water splitting and supercapacitor applications. The results of Tafel slope measurements for oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) showed that the Ag/PMAc-g-CNT catalyst had a lower Tafel slope of 22.62 mV dec-1 and 62.74 mV dec-1, respectively, compared to the other electrocatalysts. Additionally, the capacitance value of the Ag/PMAc-g-CNT catalyst was found to be 41.87 F at 0.5 A/g current density which is much higher than that of the Ag/PMAc catalyst. These results demonstrate that the Ag/PMAc-g-CNT catalyst has superior properties in terms of electrochemical activity, stability and energy storage capacity, making it a promising material for both water splitting and supercapacitor applications.