Why do we need flexible energy storage devices?

To achieve complete and independent wearable devices, it is vital to develop flexible energy storage devices. New-generation flexible electronic devices require flexible and reliable power sources with high energy density, long cycle life, excellent rate capability, and compatible electrolytes and separators.

Do flexible energy storage devices integrate mechanical and electrochemical performance?

However, the existing types of flexible energy storage devices encounter challenges in effectively integrating mechanical and electrochemical performances.

Which energy storage systems are applied to wearable electronic devices?

The energy storage systems applied to wearable electronic devices in this review are categorized into two groups: water-based systems and organic-based systems. Water-based systems include SCs, ZIBs, and metal–air batteries, while organic-based systems consist of LIBs, LSBs, SIBs, and PIBs.

Can energy storage materials shift to sustainable and flexible components?

However, most of these power sources use plastic substrates for their manufacture. Hence, this review is focused on research attempts to shift energy storage materials toward sustainable and flexible components.

Could a flexible self-charging system be a solution for energy storage?

Considering these factors, a flexible self-charging system that can harvest energy from the ambient environment and simultaneously charge energy-storage devices without needing an external electrical power source would be a promising solution.

What should be considered in the practical application of energy storage systems?

Besides, safety and cost should also be considered in the practical application. 1 - 4 A flexible and lightweight energy storage system is robust under geometry deformation without compromising its performance.