Advances in Electrospectral Modulation Materials and Devices

Electrospectral modulation represents a dynamic interaction within materials, adjusting their optical characteristics via redox reactions under electric stimuli. This unique capability extends applications to various technologies, such as energy-efficient smart windows, low-power displays, and infrared adaptive camouflage, among others. Traditional electrochromic devices are typified by complex multi-layer structures incorporating transparent conductive layers, electrochromic films, ion-conducting layers, and ion-storing films. These elements are critical in the functional deployment of such applications.

This Research Topic aims to spur innovations in the design and synthesis of electrochromic materials, gel electrolyte materials and transparent conductive electrodes. The ultimate goal is enhancing the performance and functional versatility of electrochromic systems to better meet the requirements of next-generation electronic applications.

To gather further insights in these focused areas, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:

• Novel electrochromic materials and their properties
• Advanced design and synthesis techniques for transparent conductors
• Comprehensive studies on electrochemical kinetics in electrochromic devices
• Innovative electrochromic device architectures
• Gel electrolyte materials development and their application in electrochromic devices

Keywords: Electrochromic material and device, Infrared thermal radiation modulation, Electrolyte, Transparent conductive electrodes, Applications

Important Note: All contributions to this Research Topic must be within the scope of the section and journal to which they are submitted, as defined in their mission statements. Frontiers reserves the right to guide an out-of-scope manuscript to a more suitable section or journal at any stage of peer review.