Shaikh Heena Tajoddin,
Kazi Kutubuddin Sayyad Liyakat,
- Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Brahmdevdada Mane Institute of Technology, Solapur, Maharashtra, India
- Professor, Department of Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Brahmdevdada Mane Institute of Technology, Solapur, Maharashtra, India
Abstract
The relentless pursuit of efficiency in transportation, particularly in electric and hybrid vehicles, hinges on sophisticated energy management systems. Regenerative braking, a technology that offers a significant opportunity for improving fuel economy and extending battery life. However, the effectiveness of regenerative braking is often hampered by limitations in energy storage systems. Traditional batteries, while excellent for sustained energy delivery, struggle with the rapid charge and discharge rates required by aggressive braking maneuvers. This is where the revolutionary potential of carbon-based supercapacitors comes into play, promising rapid charging capabilities with remarkable high-thermal stability, specifically tailored for the demanding environment of regenerative braking. Regenerative braking systems are designed to absorb large bursts of energy in a short period. As a vehicle slows down, its momentum is converted into electrical current. This current needs to be stored instantaneously to be reused later for acceleration. Batteries, with their intricate electrochemical processes, can be susceptible to damage and performance degradation when subjected to such rapid and high-power charging. This “power buffering” challenge necessitates a storage solution that can handle immense power influxes without compromising its integrity or efficiency. Furthermore, regenerative braking inherently generates heat. The kinetic energy being converted isn’t perfectly captured, and internal resistance within the storage system leads to thermal losses. Operating at elevated temperatures can accelerate degradation mechanisms in conventional energy storage devices, reducing their lifespan and performance. Therefore, an ideal solution for regenerative braking must not only be fast but also robust enough to withstand the thermal onslaught.
Keywords: Carbon, Supercapacitor, Electrical Vehicles, Regenerative breaking, rapid charging, High thermal Stability
[This article belongs to Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering ]
Shaikh Heena Tajoddin, Kazi Kutubuddin Sayyad Liyakat. Carbon-Based Supercapacitors Evolutionizing EVs. Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering. 2025; 15(03):66-76.
Shaikh Heena Tajoddin, Kazi Kutubuddin Sayyad Liyakat. Carbon-Based Supercapacitors Evolutionizing EVs. Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering. 2025; 15(03):66-76. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jomme/article=2025/view=235071
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Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue | 03 |
| Received | 11/07/2025 |
| Accepted | 20/09/2025 |
| Published | 09/12/2025 |
| Publication Time | 151 Days |
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