Tailoring cellulose hydrogel electrolyte using deep eutectic solvent for stable zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitors with enhanced ionic transport

Key Points

• Enhanced ionic transport occurs with tailored cellulose hydrogel electrolytes, improving supercapacitor performance.
• The study reports a significant increase in conductivity of the designed electrolyte by about 30%.
• Assessment using deep eutectic solvent for modifying the hydrogel structure supports better ion movement.
• These findings highlight the potential for using cellulose hydrogel in energy storage solutions, needing further exploration.