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Wang S, Gu X. Effect of water molecules on the diffusion of alkali metal ions in CuHCF cathodes. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2024; 26:21598-21611. [PMID: 39083217 DOI: 10.1039/d4cp01873g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/15/2024]
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Prussian blue analogues have shown promise as cathode materials competing with sodium ion batteries, while the presence of water molecules severely affects their performance in batteries. Based on density functional theory, the effect of water molecules on the diffusion of alkali ions is revealed by employing CuHCF (copper hexacyanoferrate) as a cathode. The diffusions of alkali ions in CuHCF with or without inserted water molecules are investigated. It was found that Li+/Na+ forms hydrated ions with water molecules in the interstitial voids, while K+ cannot form hydrated ions due to spatial constraints. It would lead to a dramatic increase of diffusion barriers when Li+/Na+ ions carrying water molecules diffuse. The number of inserted water molecules significantly impacts the diffusion of Li+/Na+ ions.
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- Silei Wang
- School of Physical Science and Technology, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China.
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China.
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Ouyang D, Guan J, Wan X, Liu B, Miao C, Wang Z. Nonflammable All-Fluorinated Electrolyte Enabling High-Voltage and High-Safety Lithium-Ion Cells. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:42894-42904. [PMID: 39093917 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c07886] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/04/2024]
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In this study, a nonflammable all-fluorinated electrolyte for lithium-ion cells with a Li(Ni0.8Mn0.1Co0.1)O2 cathode is investigated under high voltages. This electrolyte, named FT46, consists of fluoroethylene carbonate (FEC) and bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl) carbonate (TFEC) in a mass ratio of 4:6. Compared to a commercially available electrolyte and several other fluorinated electrolytes, cells containing FT46 demonstrate significantly better cycling performances under high voltage (3.0-4.5 V). This result may be ascribed to the generation of a stable, smooth, and thin passivation layer and the improved solvation structure formed by FT46. The LiF-rich passivation layer strengthens the electrode/electrolyte interface, inhibits the degradation of the electrode, and suppresses side reactions between the electrodes and electrolytes under high voltage. The solvation structure formed by FT46 is derived from anions, enabling an enhanced Li+ migration rate and inhibiting lithium plating generation. Additionally, due to the nonflammability of the electrolyte and the stable passivation layers, FT46 cells also demonstrate promising safety characteristics when exposed to typical abusive conditions, such as thermal abuse, mechanical abuse, and electrical abuse.
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- Dongxu Ouyang
- College of Safety Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
- Sichuan Province All-electric Navigation Aircraft Key Technology Engineering Research Center, Civil Aviation Flight University of China, Guanghan 618307, China
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- College of Safety Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronics, School of Flexible Electronics (Future Technologies) & Institute of Advanced Materials, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- College of Safety Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronics, School of Flexible Electronics (Future Technologies) & Institute of Advanced Materials, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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- College of Safety Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, China
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Dai J, Zhang S, Wang F, Wen L, Sun Y, Ren K, Xu Y, Zeng W, Wang S. A new In Situ Oxidized 2D Layered MnBi 2Te 4 Cathode for High-Performance Aqueous Zinc-Ion Battery. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2307033. [PMID: 38552219 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202307033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Revised: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 08/17/2024]
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Recently, aqueous zinc ion batteries (AZIBs) with the superior theoretical capacity, high safety, low prices, and environmental protection, have emerged as a contender for advanced energy storage. However, challenges related to cathode materials, such as dissolution, instability, and structural collapse, have hindered the progress of AZIBs. Here, a novel AZIB is constructed using an oxidized 2D layered MnBi2Te4 cathode for the first time. The oxidized MnBi2Te4 cathode with large interlayer spacing and low energy barrier for zinc ion diffusion at 240 °C, exhibited impressive characteristics, including a high reversibility capacity of 393.1 mAh g-1 (0.4 A g-1), outstanding rate performance, and long cycle stability. Moreover, the corresponding aqueous button cell also exhibits excellent electrochemical performance. To demonstrate the application in practice in the realm of flexible wearable electronics, a quasi-solid-state micro ZIB (MZIB) is constructed and shows excellent flexibility and high-temperature stability (the capacity does not significantly degrade when the temperature reaches 100 °C and the bending angle exceeds 150°). This research offers effective tactics for creating high-performance cathode materials for AZIBs.
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- Jiaao Dai
- Information Materials and Intelligent Sensing Laboratory of Anhui Province & Industry-Education-Research Institute of Advanced Materials and Technology for Integrated Circuits, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
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- Information Materials and Intelligent Sensing Laboratory of Anhui Province & Industry-Education-Research Institute of Advanced Materials and Technology for Integrated Circuits, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
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- Information Materials and Intelligent Sensing Laboratory of Anhui Province & Industry-Education-Research Institute of Advanced Materials and Technology for Integrated Circuits, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
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- Center for Nanoscale Characterization & Devices (CNCD), School of Physics and Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Information Materials and Intelligent Sensing Laboratory of Anhui Province & Industry-Education-Research Institute of Advanced Materials and Technology for Integrated Circuits, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
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- Information Materials and Intelligent Sensing Laboratory of Anhui Province & Industry-Education-Research Institute of Advanced Materials and Technology for Integrated Circuits, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
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- Information Materials and Intelligent Sensing Laboratory of Anhui Province & Industry-Education-Research Institute of Advanced Materials and Technology for Integrated Circuits, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
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- Information Materials and Intelligent Sensing Laboratory of Anhui Province & Industry-Education-Research Institute of Advanced Materials and Technology for Integrated Circuits, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
- East China Institute of Photo-Electron ICs, Suzhou, 215163, China
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- Information Materials and Intelligent Sensing Laboratory of Anhui Province & Industry-Education-Research Institute of Advanced Materials and Technology for Integrated Circuits, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
- East China Institute of Photo-Electron ICs, Suzhou, 215163, China
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Xie X, Wang N, Sun L, Sun B, Zhong L, He L, Komarneni S, Hu W. Urchin-like (NH 4) 2V 10O 25·8H 2O hierarchical arrays with significantly expanded interlayer spacing for superior aqueous zinc-ion batteries. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 667:157-165. [PMID: 38636217 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.04.070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2024] [Revised: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
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The practical application of zinc ion batteries (ZIBs) can be facilitated by designing cathode materials with unique structures that can overcome the critical problems of slow reaction kinetics and large volume expansion associated with the intercalation reaction of divalent zinc ions. In this study, a novel urchin-like (NH4)2V10O25·8H2O assembled from nanorods was synthesized by a simple hydrothermal method, noted as U-NVO. The interlayer organic pillar of cetyltrimethylammonium cation (CTAB) has been intercalated between layers to regulate the interlayer microstructure and expand the interlayer spacing to 1.32 nm, which effectively increased the contact between the electrode and electrolyte interface and shortened the diffusion path of electrolyte ions. The interlayer pillars of structural H2O and NH4+ provide a flexible framework structure and enhance the cohesion of the layered structure, which helps to maintain structural stability during the charging and discharging process, resulting in long-term durability. These unique properties result in the U-NVO cathodes demonstrating high specific capacity (401.7 mA h g-1 at 0.1 A g-1), excellent rate capability (99.6 % retention from 0.1 to 5 A g-1 and back to 0.1 A g-1), and long-term cycling performance (∼87.5 % capacity retention after 2600 cycles). These results offer valuable insights into the design of high-performance vanadium oxide cathode materials.
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- Xingchen Xie
- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science & Technology of China, Chengdu 611731, PR China
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- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science & Technology of China, Chengdu 611731, PR China; Materials Research Institute and Department of Ecosystem Science and Management, 204 Energy and the Environment Laboratory, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA.
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- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science & Technology of China, Chengdu 611731, PR China
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- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science & Technology of China, Chengdu 611731, PR China
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- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science & Technology of China, Chengdu 611731, PR China
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- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science & Technology of China, Chengdu 611731, PR China
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- Materials Research Institute and Department of Ecosystem Science and Management, 204 Energy and the Environment Laboratory, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA.
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- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science & Technology of China, Chengdu 611731, PR China
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Mondal P, Rana AK, Saha SK, Subhakumari A, Vasudeva N, Aetukuri NPB, Pandey A. Enhancement of the electrochemical performance of zinc-silver batteries with a gold nano-scaffold. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:13925-13931. [PMID: 38976244 DOI: 10.1039/d4nr02092h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
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Primary zinc-silver batteries are widely employed in military, aerospace, and marine applications. However, the development of secondary zinc-silver batteries is still a subject of on-going research. For example, these batteries suffer from rapid capacity loss during cycling due to instabilities of the zinc anode and the silver cathode. While there is a large body of work on the Zn anode, there is limited work toward stabilizing the Ag electrode and thereby achieving a long cycle life. In this work, we propose a gold-silver nanostructure where gold acts as a scaffolding material and improves the retention of structural integrity during cell cycling. We show that this nanostructure improves battery capacity as well as capacity retention after 35 cycles. Our work emphasizes the role of nanostructuring in enabling a newer secondary battery chemistry based on existing primary ones.
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- Pritha Mondal
- Solid State and Structural Chemistry Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, India.
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- Solid State and Structural Chemistry Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, India.
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- Solid State and Structural Chemistry Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, India.
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- Solid State and Structural Chemistry Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, India.
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- Solid State and Structural Chemistry Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, India.
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- Solid State and Structural Chemistry Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, India.
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- Solid State and Structural Chemistry Unit, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore 560012, India.
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Tong Y, Wei Y, Song AJ, Ma Y, Yang J. Polyaniline/Tungsten Trioxide Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Anode for Aqueous Proton Batteries. Chemistry 2024; 30:e202401257. [PMID: 38709195 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202401257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2024] [Revised: 05/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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Aqueous proton batteries have received increasing attention due to their outstanding rate performance, stability and high capacity. However, the selection of anode materials in strongly acidic electrolytes poses a challenge in achieving high-performance aqueous proton batteries. This study optimized the proton reaction kinetics of layered metal oxide WO3 by introducing interlayer structural water and coating polyaniline (PANI) on its surface to prepare organic-inorganic hybrid material (WO3 ⋅ 2H2O@PANI). We constructed an aqueous proton battery with WO3 ⋅ 2H2O@PANI anode and MnO2@GF cathode. After 1500 cycles at a current density of 10 A g-1, the capacity retention rate can still reach 80.2 %. These results can inspire the development of new aqueous proton batteries.
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- Yuhao Tong
- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, China
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Gou S, Zhang X, Xu Y, Tang J, Ji Y, Imranc M, Pan L, Li J, Liu BT. Inhibiting dissolution strategy achieving high-performance sodium titanium phosphate hybrid anode in seawater-based dual-ion battery. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 675:429-437. [PMID: 38981252 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.07.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2024] [Revised: 07/03/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/11/2024]
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Aqueous sodium-ion batteries (ASIBs) show great promise as candidates for large-scale energy storage. However, the potential of ASIB is impeded by the limited availability of suitable anode types and the occurrence of dissolution side reactions linked to hydrogen evolution. In this study, we addressed these challenges by developing a Bi-coating modified anode based on a sodium titanium phosphate (NTP)-carbon fibers (CFs) hybrid electrode (NTP-CFs/Bi). The Bi-coating effectively mitigates the localized enrichment of hydroxyl anion (OH-) near the NTP surface, thus addressing the dissolution issue. Notably, the Bi-coating not only restricts the local abundance of OH- to inhibit dissolution but also ensures a higher capacity compared with other NTP-based anodes. Consequently, the NTP-CFs/Bi anode demonstrates an impressive specific capacity of 216.8 mAh/g at 0.2 mV/s and maintains a 90.7 % capacity retention after 1000 cycles at 6.3 A/g. This achievement sets a new capacity record among NTP-based anodes for sodium storage. Furthermore, when paired with a cathode composed of hydroxy nickel oxide directly grown on Ni foam, we assembled a seawater-based cell exhibiting high energy and power densities, surpassing the most recently reported ASIBs. This groundbreaking work lays the foundation for a potential method to develop long-life NTP-based anodes.
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- Siying Gou
- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Electrochemical and Magneto-chemical Functional Materials, Guangxi Key Laboratory of surface and interface electrochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biological Engineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin 541004, China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Electrochemical and Magneto-chemical Functional Materials, Guangxi Key Laboratory of surface and interface electrochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biological Engineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin 541004, China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Electrochemical and Magneto-chemical Functional Materials, Guangxi Key Laboratory of surface and interface electrochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biological Engineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin 541004, China
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Electrochemical and Magneto-chemical Functional Materials, Guangxi Key Laboratory of surface and interface electrochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biological Engineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin 541004, China
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- Siyuan Laboratory, Guangdong Provincial Engineering Technology Research Center of Vacuum Coating Technologies and New Materials, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Nanophotonic Manipulation, Department of Physics, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, King Khalid University, Abha 61413, Saudi Arabia
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- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance, School of Physics and Electronic Science, East China Normal University, Shanghai 200241, China.
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Electrochemical and Magneto-chemical Functional Materials, Guangxi Key Laboratory of surface and interface electrochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biological Engineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin 541004, China; Siyuan Laboratory, Guangdong Provincial Engineering Technology Research Center of Vacuum Coating Technologies and New Materials, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Nanophotonic Manipulation, Department of Physics, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, China.
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Electrochemical and Magneto-chemical Functional Materials, Guangxi Key Laboratory of surface and interface electrochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biological Engineering, Guilin University of Technology, Guilin 541004, China.
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Kumankuma-Sarpong J, Chang C, Hao J, Li T, Deng X, Han C, Li B. Entanglement Added to Cross-Linked Chains Enables Tough Gelatin-Based Hydrogel for Zn Metal Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2403214. [PMID: 38748854 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202403214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2024] [Revised: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/23/2024]
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Currently, it is still challenging to develop a hydrogel electrolyte matrix that can successfully achieve a harmonious combination of mechanical strength, ionic conductivity, and interfacial adaptability. Herein, a multi-networked hydrogel electrolyte with a high entanglement effect based on gelatin/oxidized dextran/methacrylic anhydride, denoted as ODGelMA is constructed. Attribute to the Schiff base network formulation of ─RC═N─, oxidized dextran integrated gelatin chains induce a dense hydrophilic conformation group. Furthermore, addition of methacrylic anhydride through a grafting process, the entangled hydrogel achieves impressive mechanical features (6.8 MPa tensile strength) and high ionic conductivity (3.68 mS cm-1 at 20 °C). The ODGelMA electrolyte regulates the zinc electrode by circumventing dendrite growth, and showcases an adaptable framework reservoir to accelerate the Zn2+ desolvation process. Benefiting from the entanglement effect, the Zn anode achieves an outstanding average Coulombic efficiency (CE) of 99.8% over 500 cycles and cycling stability of 900 h at 5 mA cm-2 and 2.5 mAh cm-2. The Zn||I2 full cell yields an ultra-long cycling stability of 10 000 cycles with a capacity retention of 92.4% at 5 C. Furthermore, a 60 mAh single-layer pouch cell maintains a stable work of 350 cycles.
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- James Kumankuma-Sarpong
- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Energy Engineering, Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Institute of Technology for Carbon Neutrality, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Energy Engineering, Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Energy Engineering, Shenzhen University of Advanced Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Institute of Technology for Carbon Neutrality, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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Gupta D, Mao J, Guo Z. Bifunctional Catalysts for CO 2 Reduction and O 2 Evolution: A Pivotal for Aqueous Rechargeable Zn-CO 2 Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024:e2407099. [PMID: 38924576 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202407099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2024] [Revised: 06/16/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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The quest for the advancement of green energy storage technologies and reduction of carbon footprint is determinedly rising toward carbon neutrality. Aqueous rechargeable Zn-CO2 batteries (ARZCBs) hold the great potential to encounter both the targets simultaneously, i.e., green energy storage and CO2 conversion to value-added chemicals/fuels. The major descriptor of ARZCBs efficiency is allied with the reactions occurring at cathode during discharging (CO2 reduction) and charging (O2 evolution) which own different fundamental mechanisms and hence mandate the employment of two different catalysts. This presents an overall complex and expensive battery system which requires a concrete solution, while the development and application of a bifunctional cathode catalyst toward both reactions could reduce the complexity and cost and thus can be a pivotal for ARZCBs. However, despite the increasing research interest and ongoing research, a systematic evaluation of bifunctional catalysts is rarely reported. In this review, the need of bifunctional cathode catalysts for ARZCBs and associated challenges with strategies have been critically assessed. A detailed progress examination and understanding toward designing of bifunctional catalyst for ARZCBs have been provided. This review will enlighten the future research approaching boosted performance of ARZCBs through the development of efficient bifunctional cathode catalysts.
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- Divyani Gupta
- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, 5005, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, 5005, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, 5005, Australia
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Gao Y, Yu Q, Yang H, Zhang J, Wang W. The Enormous Potential of Sodium/Potassium-Ion Batteries as the Mainstream Energy Storage Technology for Large-Scale Commercial Applications. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024:e2405989. [PMID: 38943573 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202405989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2024] [Revised: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/01/2024]
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Cost-effectiveness plays a decisive role in sustainable operating of rechargeable batteries. As such, the low cost-consumption of sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) and potassium-ion batteries (PIBs) provides a promising direction for "how do SIBs/PIBs replace Li-ion batteries (LIBs) counterparts" based on their resource abundance and advanced electrochemical performance. To rationalize the SIBs/PIBs technologies as alternatives to LIBs from the unit energy cost perspective, this review gives the specific criteria for their energy density at possible electrode-price grades and various battery-longevity levels. The cost ($ kWh-1 cycle-1) advantage of SIBs/PIBs is ascertained by the cheap raw-material compensation for the cycle performance deficiency and the energy density gap with LIBs. Furthermore, the cost comparison between SIBs and PIBs, especially on cost per kWh and per cycle, is also involved. This review explicitly manifests the practicability and cost-effectiveness toward SIBs are superior to PIBs whose commercialization has so far been hindered by low energy density. Even so, the huge potential on sustainability of PIBs, to outperform SIBs, as the mainstream energy storage technology is revealed as long as PIBs achieve long cycle life or enhanced energy density, the related outlook of which is proceeded as the next development directions for commercial applications.
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- Yanjun Gao
- State Key Laboratory of Explosion Science and Safety Protection, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Explosion Science and Safety Protection, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
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- School of Metallurgical and Ecological Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, 100083, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Explosion Science and Safety Protection, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
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- School of Metallurgical and Ecological Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, 100083, China
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Bossa GV, Caetano DLZ. Differential capacitance of curved electrodes: role of hydration interactions and charge regulation. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2024; 26:16774-16781. [PMID: 38819431 DOI: 10.1039/d4cp00372a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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The functioning of supercapacitors relies on establishing electrostatic double-layer capacitance across a larger surface area, offering numerous advantages over conventional batteries, such as an extended lifespan and elevated safety standards. The differential capacitance is a fundamental property within the electrical double layer, playing a pivotal role in the advancement of electrical double-layer supercapacitors. In addition to electrostatic interactions, multiple theoretical and experimental studies have indicated that the differential capacitance is influenced by factors such as the physical structure of the electrode, solvent-mediated hydration interactions, and the specific type of electrolyte utilized. In this work, we incorporate hydration interactions into the Poisson-Boltzmann theory to explore curved electrodes whose surfaces can be covered by either acidic or basic groups. We examine how the electrostatic interaction, charge regulation, hydration effects, and the finite size of ions collectively modify the differential capacitance. Furthermore, we explore different scenarios of electrode curvature and how it may be used to achieve larger capacitance depending on the electrolyte type and pH.
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- Guilherme Volpe Bossa
- Instituto de Ciencias Físicas y Matemáticas, Universidad Austral de Chile, Valdivia, Chile.
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Qiao X, Chen T, He F, Li H, Zeng Y, Wang R, Yang H, Yang Q, Wu Z, Guo X. Solvation Effect: The Cornerstone of High-Performance Battery Design for Commercialization-Driven Sodium Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024:e2401215. [PMID: 38856003 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202401215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2024] [Revised: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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Sodium batteries (SBs) emerge as a potential candidate for large-scale energy storage and have become a hot topic in the past few decades. In the previous researches on electrolyte, designing electrolytes with the solvation theory has been the most promising direction is to improve the electrochemical performance of batteries through solvation theory. In general, the four essential factors for the commercial application of SBs, which are cost, low temperature performance, fast charge performance and safety. The solvent structure has significant impact on commercial applications. But so far, the solvation design of electrolyte and the practical application of sodium batteries have not been comprehensively summarized. This review first clarifies the process of Na+ solvation and the strategies for adjusting Na+ solvation. It is worth noting that the relationship between solvation theory and interface theory is pointed out. The cost, low temperature, fast charging, and safety issues of solvation are systematically summarized. The importance of the de-solvation step in low temperature and fast charging application is emphasized to help select better electrolytes for specific applications. Finally, new insights and potential solutions for electrolytes solvation related to SBs are proposed to stimulate revolutionary electrolyte chemistry for next generation SBs.
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- Xianyan Qiao
- School of Chemical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, P. R. China
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- Institute for Advanced Study, Chengdu University, Chengdu, 610106, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065, P. R. China
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Lim WG, Li X, Reed D. Understanding the Role of Zinc Hydroxide Sulfate and its Analogues in Mildly Acidic Aqueous Zinc Batteries: A Review. SMALL METHODS 2024; 8:e2300965. [PMID: 37803913 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202300965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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Mildly acidic aqueous zinc batteries (AZBs) have attracted tremendous attention for grid storage applications with the expectation to tackle the issues of Li-ion batteries on high cost and poor safety. However, the performance, particularly energy density and cycle stability of AZBs are still unsatisfactory when compared with LIBs. To help the development of AZBs, a lot of effort have been made to understand the battery reaction mechanisms and precedent microscopic and spectroscopic analyses have shown flake-like large particles of zinc hydroxide sulfate (ZHS) and its analogues formed on the surfaces of cathodes and anodes in sulfate and other electrolyte systems during cycling. However, because of the complexity of the thermodynamics and kinetics of aqueous reactions to understand different battery conditions, controversies still exist. This article will review the roles of ZHS discussed in recent representative references aiming to shine light on the fundamental mechanisms of AZBs and pave ways to further improve the battery performance.
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- Won-Gwang Lim
- Energy and Environment Directorate, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Richland, WA, 99354, USA
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- Energy and Environment Directorate, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Richland, WA, 99354, USA
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- Energy and Environment Directorate, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Richland, WA, 99354, USA
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Liu H, Zhang K, Wang S, Cai X. A Short-Range Ordered α-MoO 3 with Modulated Interlayer Structure via Hydrogen Bond Chemistry for NH 4 + Storage. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2310835. [PMID: 38126931 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202310835] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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The layered orthorhombic molybdenum trioxide (α-MoO3) is a promising host material for NH4 + storage. But its electrochemical performances are still unsatisfactory due to the absence of fundamental understanding on the relationship between structure and property. Herein, NH4 + storage properties of α-MoO3 are elaborately studied. Electrochemistry together with ex situ physical characterizations uncover that irreversible H+/NH4 + co-intercalation in the initial cycle confines the electrochemically reactive domain to the near surface of α-MoO3 thus resulting in a low reversible NH4 + storage capacity. This issue can be resolved by decreasing ion diffusion pathway to construct short-range ordered α-MoO3 (SMO), which improves the specific capacity to 185 mAh g-1. SMO suffers from dissolution issue. In view of this the interlayer structure of SMO is reconstructed via hydrogen bond chemistry to reinforce the structural stability and it is discovered that the hydrogen bond network only with moderate intensity endows SMO with both high capacity and ability against dissolution. This work presents a new avenue to improve the NH4 + storage properties of α-MoO3 and highlights the important role of hydrogen bond intensity in optimizing electrochemical properties.
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- Huan Liu
- Department of Chemistry, Northeastern University, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110819, China
- Department of Applied Chemistry, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning, 116034, China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning, 116034, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Northeastern University, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110819, China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, Liaoning, 116034, China
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Ma H, Wang F, Shen M, Tong Y, Wang H, Hu H. Advances of LiCoO 2 in Cathode of Aqueous Lithium-Ion Batteries. SMALL METHODS 2024; 8:e2300820. [PMID: 38150645 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202300820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/29/2023]
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Aqueous lithium-ion batteries offer promising advantages such as low cost, enhanced safety, high rate capability, and the ability to deliver considerable capacity at 1.8 V, making them ideal candidates for large-scale reserve power sources for renewable energy. However, the practical application of aqueous lithium-ion batteries has been hindered by the poor cycle stability of layered cathode materials, including LiCoO2, in neutral aqueous electrolytes. This review examines the working principles, material limitations, and research progress of aqueous lithium-ion batteries. The types and characteristics of materials used in the cathode of aqueous lithium-ion batteries are summarized, with a primary focus on the attenuation mechanisms of LiCoO2 when used as the cathode material in aqueous electrolytes. Furthermore, this review explores the advancements in utilizing LiCoO2 in the cathode of aqueous lithium-ion batteries, as well as the combination with machine learning. By addressing these critical aspects, this review aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of aqueous lithium-ion batteries and shed light on future development and application prospects.
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- Hailing Ma
- Hoffmann Institute of Advanced Materials, Shenzhen Polytechnic, 7098 Liuxian Boulevard, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
- School of Engineering and Technology, The University of New South Wales, Canberra, ACT, 2600, Australia
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- Hoffmann Institute of Advanced Materials, Shenzhen Polytechnic, 7098 Liuxian Boulevard, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
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- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Hoffmann Institute of Advanced Materials, Shenzhen Polytechnic, 7098 Liuxian Boulevard, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
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- School of Engineering and Technology, The University of New South Wales, Canberra, ACT, 2600, Australia
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- Hoffmann Institute of Advanced Materials, Shenzhen Polytechnic, 7098 Liuxian Boulevard, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, China
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Li H, Chen Z, Zheng L, Wang J, Adenusi H, Passerini S, Zhang H. Electrolyte Strategies Facilitating Anion-Derived Solid-Electrolyte Interphases for Aqueous Zinc-Metal Batteries. SMALL METHODS 2024; 8:e2300554. [PMID: 37421218 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202300554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 07/10/2023]
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Rechargeable aqueous zinc-metal batteries (AZBs) are a promising complimentary technology to the existing lithium-ion batteries and the re-emerging lithium-metal batteries to satisfy the increasing demands on energy storage. Despite considerable progress achieved in the past years, the fundamental understanding of the solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) formation and how its composition influences the SEI properties are limited. This review highlights the functionalities of anion-tuned SEI on the reversibility of zinc-metal anode, with a specific emphasis on new structural insights obtained through advanced characterizations and computational techniques. Recent efforts in terms of key variables that govern the interfacial behaviors to improve the long-term stability of zinc anode, i.e., Coulombic efficiency, plating morphology, dendrite formation, and side-reactions, are comprehensively reviewed. Lastly, the remaining challenges and future perspectives are presented, providing insights into the rational design of practical high-performance AZBs.
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- Huihua Li
- Key Laboratory of Engineering Dielectric and Applications (Ministry of Education), School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Harbin University of Science and Technology, Harbin, 150080, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Engineering Dielectric and Applications (Ministry of Education), School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Harbin University of Science and Technology, Harbin, 150080, P. R. China
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- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, P. R. China
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- Helmholtz Institute Ulm (HIU), D-89081, Ulm, Germany
- Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), D-76021, Karlsruhe, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, P. R. China
- Hong Kong Quantum AI Lab, Hong Kong, P. R. China
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- Helmholtz Institute Ulm (HIU), D-89081, Ulm, Germany
- Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), D-76021, Karlsruhe, Germany
- Chemistry Department, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, 00185, Italy
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- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, P. R. China
- Chongqing Innovation Center, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Chongqing, 401135, P. R. China
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Yu H, Lv C, Yan C, Yu G. Interface Engineering for Aqueous Aluminum Metal Batteries: Current Progresses and Future Prospects. SMALL METHODS 2024; 8:e2300758. [PMID: 37584206 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202300758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/17/2023]
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Aqueous aluminum metal batteries (AMBs) have attracted numerous attention because of the abundant reserves, low cost, high theoretical capacity, and high safety. Nevertheless, the poor thermodynamics stability of metallic Al anode in aqueous solution, which is caused by the self-corrosion, surface passivation, or hydrogen evolution reaction, dramatically limits the electrochemical performance and hampers the further development of AMBs. In this comprehensive review, the key scientific challenges of Al anode/electrolyte interface (AEI) are highlighted. A systematic overview is also provided about the recent progress on the rational interface engineering principles toward a relatively stable AEI. Finally, suggestions and perspectives for future research are offered on the optimization of Al anode and aqueous electrolytes to enable a stable and durable AEI, which may pave the way for developing high-performance AMBs.
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- Huaming Yu
- MIIT Key Laboratory of Critical Materials Technology for New Energy Conversion and Storage, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150001, P.R. China
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- MIIT Key Laboratory of Critical Materials Technology for New Energy Conversion and Storage, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150001, P.R. China
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- MIIT Key Laboratory of Critical Materials Technology for New Energy Conversion and Storage, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150001, P.R. China
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- Materials Science and Engineering Program and Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, 78712, USA
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Feng J, Li X, Ouyang Y, Zhao H, Li N, Xi K, Liang J, Ding S. Regulating Zn 2+ Migration-Diffusion Behavior by Spontaneous Cascade Optimization Strategy for Long-Life and Low N/P Ratio Zinc Ion Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024:e202407194. [PMID: 38818621 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202407194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2024] [Revised: 05/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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Parasitic side reactions and dendrite growth on zinc anodes are formidable issues causing limited lifetime of aqueous zinc ion batteries (ZIBs). Herein, a spontaneous cascade optimization strategy is first proposed to regulate Zn2+ migration-diffusion behavior. Specifically, PAPE@Zn layer with separation-reconstruction properties is constructed in situ on Zn anode. In this layer, well-soluble poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO) can spontaneously separation to bulk electrolyte and weaken the preferential coordination between H2O and Zn2+ to achieve primary optimization. Meanwhile, poor-soluble polymerized-4-acryloylmorpholine (PACMO) is reconstructed on Zn anode as hydrophobic flower-like arrays with abundant zincophilic sites, further guiding the de-solvation and homogeneous diffusion of Zn2+ to achieve the secondary optimization. Cascade optimization effectively regulates Zn2+ migration-diffusion behavior, dendrite growth and side reactions of Zn anode are negligible, and the stability is significantly improved. Consequently, symmetrical cells exhibit stability over 4000 h (1 mA cm-2). PAPE@Zn//NH4 +-V2O5 full cells with a high current density of 15 A g-1 maintains 72.2 % capacity retention for 12000 cycles. Even better, the full cell demonstrates excellent performance of cumulative capacity of 2.33 Ah cm-2 at ultra-low negative/positive (N/P) ratio of 0.6 and a high mass-loading (~17 mg cm-2). The spontaneous cascade optimization strategy provides novel path to achieve high-performance and practical ZIBs.
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- Jie Feng
- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices of Ministry of Education, and National Innovation Platform (Center) for Industry-Education Integration of Energy Storage Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No.28, West Xianning Road, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices of Ministry of Education, and National Innovation Platform (Center) for Industry-Education Integration of Energy Storage Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No.28, West Xianning Road, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices of Ministry of Education, and National Innovation Platform (Center) for Industry-Education Integration of Energy Storage Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No.28, West Xianning Road, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices of Ministry of Education, and National Innovation Platform (Center) for Industry-Education Integration of Energy Storage Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No.28, West Xianning Road, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices of Ministry of Education, and National Innovation Platform (Center) for Industry-Education Integration of Energy Storage Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No.28, West Xianning Road, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices of Ministry of Education, and National Innovation Platform (Center) for Industry-Education Integration of Energy Storage Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No.28, West Xianning Road, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices of Ministry of Education, and National Innovation Platform (Center) for Industry-Education Integration of Energy Storage Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No.28, West Xianning Road, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices of Ministry of Education, and National Innovation Platform (Center) for Industry-Education Integration of Energy Storage Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No.28, West Xianning Road, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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Tang L, Peng H, Kang J, Chen H, Zhang M, Liu Y, Kim DH, Liu Y, Lin Z. Zn-based batteries for sustainable energy storage: strategies and mechanisms. Chem Soc Rev 2024; 53:4877-4925. [PMID: 38595056 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00295k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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Batteries play a pivotal role in various electrochemical energy storage systems, functioning as essential components to enhance energy utilization efficiency and expedite the realization of energy and environmental sustainability. Zn-based batteries have attracted increasing attention as a promising alternative to lithium-ion batteries owing to their cost effectiveness, enhanced intrinsic safety, and favorable electrochemical performance. In this context, substantial endeavors have been dedicated to crafting and advancing high-performance Zn-based batteries. However, some challenges, including limited discharging capacity, low operating voltage, low energy density, short cycle life, and complicated energy storage mechanism, need to be addressed in order to render large-scale practical applications. In this review, we comprehensively present recent advances in designing high-performance Zn-based batteries and in elucidating energy storage mechanisms. First, various redox mechanisms in Zn-based batteries are systematically summarized, including insertion-type, conversion-type, coordination-type, and catalysis-type mechanisms. Subsequently, the design strategies aiming at enhancing the electrochemical performance of Zn-based batteries are underscored, focusing on several aspects, including output voltage, capacity, energy density, and cycle life. Finally, challenges and future prospects of Zn-based batteries are discussed.
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- Lei Tang
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Institute of Sustainability for Chemicals, Energy and Environment (ISCE2), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 1 Pesek Road, Jurong Island, Singapore 627833, Republic of Singapore
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- Department of Chemistry and Nano Science, Ewha Womans University, 52 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03760, Republic of Korea.
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- College of Chemistry, Key Lab of Environment-Friendly Chemistry and Application in Ministry of Education, Xiangtan University, Xiangtan 411105, Hunan Province, P. R. China.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
- Department of Chemistry and Nano Science, Ewha Womans University, 52 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03760, Republic of Korea.
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Liu Y, Xie C, Li X. Carbon Nanotube Network Induces Porous Deposited MnO 2 for High-Areal Capacity Zn/Mn Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024:e2402026. [PMID: 38659177 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202402026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2024] [Revised: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Mn2+/MnO2 aqueous battery is a promising candidate for large-scale energy storage owing to its feature of low-cost and abundant crustal reserves. However, the inherent MnO2 shedding issue results in a limited areal capacity and poor cycling life, which prohibits its further commercialization. In this manuscript, it is revealed that the cause of shedding is the cracking of MnO2 layer due to stress. To circumvent this challenge, carbon nanotubes framework is introduced on pristine carbon felt, which provides more deposition sites and induces the formation of a porous deposition layer. Compared to the dense deposition layer on pristine carbon felt, the porous structure can effectively avoid cracking and subsequent shedding issue. Moreover, the porous deposited layer is conducive to proton diffusion and rich in defects, which facilitates the subsequent dissolution reaction. As results, the assembled Zn/Mn battery demonstrates more than 200 cycles with the areal capacity of 15 mAh cm-2 at 40 mA cm-2. Even with a high areal capacity of 40 mAh cm-2, it can still run for more than 60 cycles. This breakthrough paves a way toward practical manganese-based batteries, bringing us closer to achieve cost-effective batteries.
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- Yun Liu
- Division of Energy Storage, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian, 116023, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Division of Energy Storage, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian, 116023, China
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- Division of Energy Storage, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Dalian, 116023, China
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Shi H, Cao J, Sun W, Lu G, Lan H, Xu L, Ghazi ZA, Fan D, Mao Z, Han D, Liu W, Niu S. Ultrasmall, Amorphous V 2O 3 Intimately Anchored on a Carbon Nanofiber Aerogel Toward High-Rate Zinc-Ion Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:18812-18823. [PMID: 38573821 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c19533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/06/2024]
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When considered as a cathode candidate for aqueous Zn-ion batteries, V2O3 faces several problems, such as inherently unsuitable structure, fast structural degradation, and sluggish charge transport kinetics. In this paper, we report the synthesis of a V2O3 intimately coupled carbon aerogel by a controllable ion impregnation and solid-state reaction strategy using bacterial cellulose and ammonium metavanadate as raw materials. In this newly designed structure, the carbonized carbon fiber network provides fast ion and electron transport channels. More importantly, the cellulose aerogel functions as a dispersing and supporting skeleton to realize the particle size reduction, uniform distribution, and amorphous features of V2O3. These advantages work together to realize adequate electrochemical activation during the initial charging process and shorter transport distance and faster transport kinetics of Zn2+. The batteries based on the V2O3/CNF aerogel exhibit a high-rate performance and an excellent cycling stability. At a current density of 20 A g-1, the V2O3/CNF aerogel delivers a specific capacity of 159.8 mAh g-1, and it demonstrates an exceptionally long life span over 2000 cycles at 12 A g-1. Furthermore, the electrodes with active material loadings as high as 10 mg cm-2 still deliver appreciable specific capacities of 257 mAh g-1 at 0.1 A g-1.
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- Huifa Shi
- Shandong Engineering Research Center for Additive Manufacturing, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266520, China
- Key Lab of Industrial Fluid Energy Conservation and Pollution Control (Qingdao University of Technology), Ministry of Education, Qingdao 266520, China
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- Shandong Engineering Research Center for Additive Manufacturing, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266520, China
- Key Lab of Industrial Fluid Energy Conservation and Pollution Control (Qingdao University of Technology), Ministry of Education, Qingdao 266520, China
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- Shandong Engineering Research Center for Additive Manufacturing, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266520, China
- Key Lab of Industrial Fluid Energy Conservation and Pollution Control (Qingdao University of Technology), Ministry of Education, Qingdao 266520, China
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- School of Civil Engineering, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266520, Shandong, China
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- Shandong Engineering Research Center for Additive Manufacturing, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266520, China
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- Chemistry Department, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong 999077, China
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- National Centre of Excellence in Physical Chemistry, University of Peshawar, Peshawar, 25120, Pakistan
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- College of New Materials and New Energies, Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- School of Environmental and Material Engineering, Yantai University, Yantai 264005, China
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- College of New Materials and New Energies, Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, China
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Liao S, Zhao W, Gu X. Morphology and selectivity of hydrated alkali metal ions as depth of discharge in the 1T-MoS 2 electrode with aqueous electrolytes. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2024; 26:11094-11104. [PMID: 38530648 DOI: 10.1039/d3cp06031d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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Aqueous ion batteries have great commercial potential in green power and energy storage due to their green nature, safety and high ionic conductivities. Different from organic electrolytes, alkali ions (Li+, Na+, and K+) inevitably bring water molecules into the electrodes during the charging/discharging process due to the hydration of ions with water molecules. The selectivity of alkali ions and the mechanism of how water molecules are involved in the ion extraction/insertion process in the electrodes have not been clarified. In this study, we focus on the characteristics of the intra-layer distribution of different hydrated ions (Li+, Na+, and K+) and the quantitative analysis of the selectivity of hydrated cations in aqueous batteries. We found that the concentration of hydrated ions greatly affects their distribution within the 1T-MoS2 layers, and the presence of hydrogen bonding and O-O repulsive forces between water molecules causes the hydrated ions to gradually form chains from the dispersed state under the effect of hydrogen bonding and ionic bonding, then further form strips, and ultimately be densely dispersed within the whole layer. In addition, the chemical potential difference of hydrated ions is the key to the competitive reaction, and we quantitatively analyze the selectivity relationship between hydrated cations throughout the charging and discharging process; hydrated sodium ions will have better performance than lithium and potassium ions in aqueous batteries.
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- Shenrui Liao
- School of Physical Science and Technology, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China.
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China.
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China.
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Wang Y, Ou T, Dong Y, Chen L, Huang Y, Sun D, Qiang W, Pei X, Li Y, Tan Y. A Green Asymmetric Bicyclic Co-Solvent Molecule for High-Voltage Aqueous Lithium-Ion Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2311009. [PMID: 38211955 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202311009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2023] [Revised: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
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Hybridizing aqueous electrolytes with organic co-solvents can effectively expand the voltage window of aqueous electrolytes while reducing salt usage, but most reported co-solvents are usually flammable and toxic, hardly achieving compatibility between safety and electrochemical performance. Here, a new non-flammable and non-toxic low-salt-concentration (1.85 m) aqueous electrolyte is reported using the green co-solvent isosorbide dimethyl ether (IDE). Owing to its unique 3D molecular structure, IDE can form a five-membered ring structure by binding the Li ion. The steric hindrance effect from IDE weakens its solvation ability, generating anion-participated solvation structures that produce a robust and uniform LiF-rich solid electrolyte interphase layer while containing elastic IDE-derived organics. Moreover, the multiple O atoms in IDE can effectively regulate the intermolecular hydrogen bonding networks, reducing H2O molecule activity and expanding the electrochemical window. Such unique solvation structures and optimized hydrogen bonding networks enabled by IDE effectively suppress electrode/electrolyte interfacial side reactions, achieving a 4.3 V voltage window. The as-developed Li4Ti5O12(LTO)||LiMn2O4(LMO) full cell delivers outstanding cycling performance over 450 cycles at 2 C. The proposed green hybrid aqueous electrolyte provides a new pathway for developing high-voltage aqueous lithium batteries.
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- Yan Wang
- Wenzhou Institute, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wenzhou, 325000, China
- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Institute of Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Catalysis, School of Chemical & Environment Science, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong, 723001, China
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- Wenzhou Institute, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wenzhou, 325000, China
- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering-Jiahua Chemicals. Inc. Joint Lab, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering-Jiahua Chemicals. Inc. Joint Lab, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Jiahua Chemicals (Shanghai) Ltd., Shanghai, 200127, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering-Jiahua Chemicals. Inc. Joint Lab, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Jiahua Chemicals (Shanghai) Ltd., Shanghai, 200127, China
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- Wenzhou Institute, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wenzhou, 325000, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering-Jiahua Chemicals. Inc. Joint Lab, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Wenzhou Institute, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wenzhou, 325000, China
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Xie J, Lin D, Lei H, Wu S, Li J, Mai W, Wang P, Hong G, Zhang W. Electrolyte and Interphase Engineering of Aqueous Batteries Beyond "Water-in-Salt" Strategy. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2306508. [PMID: 37594442 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202306508] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 08/08/2023] [Indexed: 08/19/2023]
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Aqueous batteries are promising alternatives to non-aqueous lithium-ion batteries due to their safety, environmental impact, and cost-effectiveness. However, their energy density is limited by the narrow electrochemical stability window (ESW) of water. The "Water-in-salts" (WIS) strategy is an effective method to broaden the ESW by reducing the "free water" in the electrolyte, but the drawbacks (high cost, high viscosity, poor low-temperature performance, etc.) also compromise these inherent superiorities. In this review, electrolyte and interphase engineering of aqueous batteries to overcome the drawbacks of the WIS strategy are summarized, including the developments of electrolytes, electrode-electrolyte interphases, and electrodes. First, the main challenges of aqueous batteries and the problems of the WIS strategy are comprehensively introduced. Second, the electrochemical functions of various electrolyte components (e.g., additives and solvents) are summarized and compared. Gel electrolytes are also investigated as a special form of electrolyte. Third, the formation and modification of the electrolyte-induced interphase on the electrode are discussed. Specifically, the modification and contribution of electrode materials toward improving the WIS strategy are also introduced. Finally, the challenges of aqueous batteries and the prospects of electrolyte and interphase engineering beyond the WIS strategy are outlined for the practical applications of aqueous batteries.
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- Junpeng Xie
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering & Center of Super-Diamond and Advanced Films, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering & Center of Super-Diamond and Advanced Films, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- Siyuan Laboratory, Guangdong Provincial Engineering Technology Research Center of Vacuum Coating Technologies and New Materials, Department of Physics, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510632, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering & Center of Super-Diamond and Advanced Films, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
- Key Laboratory of Catalysis and Energy Materials Chemistry of Ministry of Education & Hubei Key Laboratory of Catalysis and Materials Science, South-Central Minzu University, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- Siyuan Laboratory, Guangdong Provincial Engineering Technology Research Center of Vacuum Coating Technologies and New Materials, Department of Physics, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510632, China
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- Siyuan Laboratory, Guangdong Provincial Engineering Technology Research Center of Vacuum Coating Technologies and New Materials, Department of Physics, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510632, China
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- Key Laboratory of Photochemical Conversion and Optoelectronic Materials, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering & Center of Super-Diamond and Advanced Films, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering & Center of Super-Diamond and Advanced Films, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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Jing R, Yang J, Zhao X, Wang Y, Shao P, Shi M, Yan C. A carbonyl-rich conjugated organic compound for aqueous rechargeable Na + storage with wide voltage window workability. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 658:678-687. [PMID: 38134676 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.12.114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023]
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Organic compounds have become an important electrode material for aqueous electrochemical energy storage. However, organic electrodes still face poor performance in aqueous batteries due to insufficient electrochemical activity. In this work, a novel conjugated quinone compound containing a rich carbonyl group was designed. The quinone compound was synthesized by a simple dehydration reaction of pyrene-4,5,9,10-tetrone (PTO) and 1,2-diaminoanthraquinone (1,2-AQ); it contains 4 pyrazines (CN) from AQ and 4 carbonyl groups (CO), as well as a large number of active sites and the excellent conductivity brought by its conjugated structure ensures the high theoretical capacity of PTO-AQ. In the context of aqueous sodium ion batteries (ASIBs), the electrode material known as PTO-AQ exhibits a notable reversible discharge capacity of 117.9 mAh/g when subjected to a current density of 1 A/g; impressively, it maintained a capacity retention rate of 74.3 % even after undergoing 500 charge and discharge cycles, a performance significantly surpassing that of pristine PTO and AQ. Notably, PTO-AQ exhibits a wide operating voltage range (-1.0-0.5 V) and a cycle life of up to 10,000 cycles. In situ Raman and ex situ measurements were used to analyze the structural changes of PTO-AQ during charge and discharge and the energy storage mechanism in NaAC. The effective promotion of Na+ storage brought by a rich carbonyl group was obtained. The structural energy level and electrostatic potential of PTO-AQ were calculated, and the active center distribution of PTO-AQ was obtained. This work serves as a guide for designing high-performance aqueous organic electrode materials that operate across a wide voltage range while also explaining their energy storage mechanism.
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- Renwei Jing
- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003 Jiangsu, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003 Jiangsu, PR China.
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003 Jiangsu, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003 Jiangsu, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003 Jiangsu, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003 Jiangsu, PR China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, 212003 Jiangsu, PR China.
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Zhao J, Zhao C, Zou C, Wang Y, Wang W, Peng Q, Li Y, Han S, Zhang L. Reversible Insertion of [AlCl 4 ] - Superhalides in Graphite. CHEMSUSCHEM 2024; 17:e202301109. [PMID: 37937330 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202301109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2023] [Revised: 10/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/09/2023]
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Graphite-based dual-ion batteries are with potential higher energy density, making them a unique candidate in energy storage systems. However, anion insertion into graphite in aqueous environment remains a significant challenge. Herein, we report that the reversible insertion of Al-Cl superhalide into expanded graphite (EG) delivers an ultrahigh specific capacity of ~171 mAh g-1 from an aqueous deep eutectic solvent (DES) gel electrolyte of 50 m ChCl+5 m AlCl3 . High-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), Raman spectra and X-ray diffraction (XRD) show that the EG generates turbostratic structure during Al-Cl superhalide (de)insertion instead of presenting typical graphite intercalation compounds (GIC), thus attributing to the high capacity during Al-Cl superhalide insertion.
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- Jiajin Zhao
- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, P. R. China
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Kumar Y, Ahmad I, Rawat A, Pandey RK, Mohanty P, Pandey R. Flexible Linker-Based Triazine-Functionalized 2D Covalent Organic Frameworks for Supercapacitor and Gas Sorption Applications. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:11605-11616. [PMID: 38407024 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c00126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/27/2024]
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Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) having a large surface area, porosity, and substantial amounts of heteroatom content are recognized as the ideal class of materials for energy storage and gas sorption applications. In this work, we have synthesized four different porous COF materials by the polycondensation of a heteroatom-rich flexible triazine-based trialdehyde linker, namely 2,4,6-tris(4-formylphenoxy)-1,3,5-triazine (TPT-CHO), with four different triamine linkers. Triamine linkers were chosen based on differences in size, symmetry, planarity, and heteroatom content, leading to the synthesis of four different COF materials named IITR-COF-1, IITR-COF-2, IITR-COF-3, and IITR-COF-4. IITR-COF-1, synthesized within 24 h from the most planar and largest amine monomer, exhibited the largest Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) surface area of 2830 m2 g-1, superior crystallinity, and remarkable reproducibility compared to the other COFs. All of the synthesized COFs were explored for energy and gas storage applications. It is shown that the surface area and redox-active triazene rings in the materials have a profound effect on energy and gas storage enhancement. In a three-electrode setup, IITR-COF-1 achieved an electrochemical stability potential window (ESPW) of 2.0 V, demonstrating a high specific capacitance of 182.6 F g-1 with energy and power densities of 101.5 Wh kg-1 and 298.3 W kg-1, respectively, at a current density of 0.3 A g-1 in 0.5 M K2SO4 (aq) with long-term durability. The symmetric supercapacitor of IITR-COF-1//IITR-COF-1 exhibited a notable specific capacitance of 30.5 F g-1 and an energy density of 17.0 Wh kg-1 at a current density of 0.12 A g-1. At the same time, it demonstrated 111.3% retention of its initial specific capacitance after 10k charge-discharge cycles. Moreover, it exhibited exceptional CO2 capture capacity of 25.90 and 10.10 wt % at 273 and 298 K, respectively, with 2.1 wt % of H2 storage capacity at 77 K and 1 bar.
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- Yogesh Kumar
- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari 845401, Bihar, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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Wang H, Bi S, Zhang Y, Tian J, Niu Z. A High-Energy Aqueous All-Sulfur Battery. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202317825. [PMID: 38238258 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202317825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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Rechargeable aqueous batteries are promising energy storage devices because of their high safety and low cost. However, their energy densities are generally unsatisfactory due to the limited capacities of ion-inserted electrode materials, prohibiting their widespread applications. Herein, a high-energy aqueous all-sulfur battery was constructed via matching S/Cu2 S and S/CaSx redox couples. In such batteries, both cathodes and anodes undergo the conversion reaction between sulfur/metal sulfides redox couples, which display high specific capacities and rational electrode potential difference. Furthermore, during the charge/discharge process, the simultaneous redox of Cu2+ ion charge-carriers also takes place and contributes to a more two-electron transfer, which doubles the capacity of cathodes. As a result, the assembled aqueous all-sulfur batteries deliver a high discharge capacity of 447 mAh g-1 based on total mass of sulfur in cathode and anode at 0.1 A g-1 , contributing to an enhanced energy density of 393 Wh kg-1 . This work will widen the scope for the design of high-energy aqueous batteries.
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- Huimin Wang
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry, Ministry of Education), Renewable Energy Conversion and Storage Center, Haihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformations, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry, Ministry of Education), Renewable Energy Conversion and Storage Center, Haihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformations, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry, Ministry of Education), Renewable Energy Conversion and Storage Center, Haihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformations, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry, Ministry of Education), Renewable Energy Conversion and Storage Center, Haihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformations, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry, Ministry of Education), Renewable Energy Conversion and Storage Center, Haihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformations, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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She L, Cheng H, Yuan Z, Shen Z, Wu Q, Zhong W, Zhang S, Zhang B, Liu C, Zhang M, Pan H, Lu Y. Rechargeable Aqueous Zinc-Halogen Batteries: Fundamental Mechanisms, Research Issues, and Future Perspectives. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2305061. [PMID: 37939285 PMCID: PMC10953720 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202305061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2023] [Revised: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023]
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Aqueous zinc-halogen batteries (AZHBs) have emerged as promising candidates for energy storage applications due to their high security features and low cost. However, several challenges including natural subliming, sluggish reaction kinetics, and shuttle effect of halogens, as well as dendrite growth of the zinc (Zn) anode, have hindered their large-scale commercialization. In this review, first the fundamental mechanisms and scientific issues associated with AZHBs are summarized. Then the research issues and progresses related to the cathode, separator, anode, and electrolyte are discussed. Additionally, emerging research opportunities in this field is explored. Finally, ideas and prospects for the future development of AZHBs are presented. The objective of this review is to stimulate further exploration, foster the advancement of AZHBs, and contribute to the diversified development of electrochemical energy storage.
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- Liaona She
- Institute of Science and Technology for New EnergyXi'an Technological UniversityXi'an710021P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical EngineeringInstitute of Pharmaceutical EngineeringCollege of Chemical and Biological EngineeringZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310027China
- ZJU‐Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation CenterZhejiang UniversityHangzhou311215China
- Institute of WenzhouZhejiang UniversityWenzhou325006China
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- Institute of WenzhouZhejiang UniversityWenzhou325006China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical EngineeringInstitute of Pharmaceutical EngineeringCollege of Chemical and Biological EngineeringZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310027China
- ZJU‐Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation CenterZhejiang UniversityHangzhou311215China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical EngineeringInstitute of Pharmaceutical EngineeringCollege of Chemical and Biological EngineeringZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310027China
- ZJU‐Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation CenterZhejiang UniversityHangzhou311215China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical EngineeringInstitute of Pharmaceutical EngineeringCollege of Chemical and Biological EngineeringZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310027China
- Institute of WenzhouZhejiang UniversityWenzhou325006China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical EngineeringInstitute of Pharmaceutical EngineeringCollege of Chemical and Biological EngineeringZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310027China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical EngineeringInstitute of Pharmaceutical EngineeringCollege of Chemical and Biological EngineeringZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310027China
- ZJU‐Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation CenterZhejiang UniversityHangzhou311215China
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- Department of Chemical EngineeringShanghai Jiao Tong UniversityShanghai200240P. R. China
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- Institute of Science and Technology for New EnergyXi'an Technological UniversityXi'an710021P. R. China
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- Institute of Science and Technology for New EnergyXi'an Technological UniversityXi'an710021P. R. China
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- Institute of Science and Technology for New EnergyXi'an Technological UniversityXi'an710021P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical EngineeringInstitute of Pharmaceutical EngineeringCollege of Chemical and Biological EngineeringZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310027China
- ZJU‐Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation CenterZhejiang UniversityHangzhou311215China
- Institute of WenzhouZhejiang UniversityWenzhou325006China
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Hu Q, Yang K, Peng O, Li M, Ma L, Huang S, Du Y, Xu ZX, Wang Q, Chen Z, Yang M, Loh KP. Ammonia Electrosynthesis from Nitrate Using a Ruthenium-Copper Cocatalyst System: A Full Concentration Range Study. J Am Chem Soc 2024; 146:668-676. [PMID: 38154089 DOI: 10.1021/jacs.3c10516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2023]
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Electrochemical synthesis of ammonia via the nitrate reduction reaction (NO3RR) has been intensively researched as an alternative to the traditional Haber-Bosch process. Most research focuses on the low concentration range representative of the nitrate level in wastewater, leaving the high concentration range, which exists in nuclear and fertilizer wastes, unexplored. The use of a concentrated electrolyte (≥1 M) for higher rate production is hampered by poor hydrogen transfer kinetics. Herein, we demonstrate that a cocatalytic system of Ru/Cu2O catalyst enables NO3RR at 10.0 A in 1 M nitrate electrolyte in a 16 cm2 flow electrolyzer, with 100% faradaic efficiency toward ammonia. Detailed mechanistic studies by deuterium labeling and operando Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy allow us to probe the hydrogen transfer rate and intermediate species on Ru/Cu2O. Ab initio molecular dynamics (AIMD) simulations reveal that adsorbed hydroxide on Ru nanoparticles increases the density of the hydrogen-bonded water network near the Cu2O surface, which promotes the hydrogen transfer rate. Our work highlights the importance of engineering synergistic interactions in cocatalysts for addressing the kinetic bottleneck in electrosynthesis.
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- Qikun Hu
- Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore, 3 Science Drive 3, Singapore 117543, Singapore
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- Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR 999077, China
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- Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore, 3 Science Drive 3, Singapore 117543, Singapore
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- Department of Chemistry, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen 518000, China
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- National Synchrotron Light Source II, Brookhaven National Lab, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117576, Singapore
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- National Synchrotron Light Source II, Brookhaven National Lab, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen 518000, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117576, Singapore
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- Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore, 3 Science Drive 3, Singapore 117543, Singapore
- School of Science and Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518172, China
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- Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR 999077, China
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- Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore, 3 Science Drive 3, Singapore 117543, Singapore
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Sui Y, Ji X. Electrolyte Interphases in Aqueous Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202312585. [PMID: 37749061 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202312585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2023] [Revised: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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The narrow electrochemical stability window of water poses a challenge to the development of aqueous electrolytes. In contrast to non-aqueous electrolytes, the products of water electrolysis do not contribute to the formation of a passivation layer on electrodes. As a result, aqueous electrolytes require the reactions of additional components, such as additives and co-solvents, to facilitate the formation of the desired solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) on the anode and cathode electrolyte interphase (CEI) on the cathode. This review highlights the fundamental principles and recent advancements in generating electrolyte interphases in aqueous batteries.
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- Yiming Sui
- Department of Chemistry, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331-4003, USA
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- Department of Chemistry, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR 97331-4003, USA
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Vardhini G, Dilip PS, Kumar SA, Suriyakumar S, Hariharan M, Shaijumon MM. Polyimide-Based Aqueous Potassium Energy Storage Systems Using Concentrated WiSE Electrolyte. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024. [PMID: 38165729 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c13027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2024]
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Aqueous batteries are considered as promising alternative power sources due to their eco-friendly, cost-effective, and nonflammable attributes. Employing organic-based electrode materials offers further advantages toward building greener and sustainable systems, owing to their tunability and environmental friendliness. In order to enhance the energy and power densities, superconcentrated aqueous electrolytes, such as water-in-salt electrolytes (WiSE), have renewed the interest in aqueous batteries due to their enhanced stability and much wider electrochemical stability window (>1.23 V) compared with the traditional aqueous electrolytes. Here, we present a perylene diimide-based electrode material (PDI-Urea) as an appealing anode for aqueous potassium energy storage systems and investigate their electrochemical performance in three WiSE electrolytes, namely, 30 M potassium acetate, 40 M potassium formate and 30 M potassium bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide (KFSI). To explore the potential of PDI-Urea for potassium-based electrochemical energy systems, we fabricated full cell devices such as aqueous potassium dual-ion battery (APDIB) and aqueous K-ion battery (AKIB) and studied their electrochemical properties with 30 M KFSI electrolyte. The full cell K-ion battery, using a PBA cathode, exhibited excellent electrochemical performance with good rate capability and impressive capacity retention of 91% upon 1000 cycles. Further, the reaction mechanism of the electrodes is systematically analyzed using ex-situ studies.
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- Gudla Vardhini
- School of Physics, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER-TVM), Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Kerala 695551, India
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- School of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER-TVM), Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Kerala 695551, India
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- School of Physics, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER-TVM), Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Kerala 695551, India
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- School of Physics, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER-TVM), Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Kerala 695551, India
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- School of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER-TVM), Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Kerala 695551, India
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- School of Physics, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER-TVM), Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Kerala 695551, India
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Bai S, Huang Z, Liang G, Yang R, Liu D, Wen W, Jin X, Zhi C, Wang X. Electrolyte Additives for Stable Zn Anodes. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2304549. [PMID: 38009799 PMCID: PMC10811481 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202304549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Revised: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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Zn-ion batteries are regarded as the most promising batteries for next-generation, large-scale energy storage because of their low cost, high safety, and eco-friendly nature. The use of aqueous electrolytes results in poor reversibility and leads to many challenges related to the Zn anode. Electrolyte additives can effectively address many such challenges, including dendrite growth and corrosion. This review provides a comprehensive introduction to the major challenges in and current strategies used for Zn anode protection. In particular, an in-depth and fundamental understanding is provided of the various functions of electrolyte additives, including electrostatic shielding, adsorption, in situ solid electrolyte interphase formation, enhancing water stability, and surface texture regulation. Potential future research directions for electrolyte additives used in aqueous Zn-ion batteries are also discussed.
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- Shengchi Bai
- Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development of China National Petroleum Corporation (RIPED)Beijing100083China
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringCity University of Hong Kong83 Tat Chee AvenueKowloonHong Kong SARChina
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringCity University of Hong Kong83 Tat Chee AvenueKowloonHong Kong SARChina
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- Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development of China National Petroleum Corporation (RIPED)Beijing100083China
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- Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development of China National Petroleum Corporation (RIPED)Beijing100083China
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- Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development of China National Petroleum Corporation (RIPED)Beijing100083China
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- Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development of China National Petroleum Corporation (RIPED)Beijing100083China
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- Department of Materials Science and EngineeringCity University of Hong Kong83 Tat Chee AvenueKowloonHong Kong SARChina
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- Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development of China National Petroleum Corporation (RIPED)Beijing100083China
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Yue J, Chen S, Yang J, Li S, Tan G, Zhao R, Wu C, Bai Y. Multi-Ion Engineering Strategies toward High Performance Aqueous Zinc-Based Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2304040. [PMID: 37461204 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202304040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2023] [Revised: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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As alternatives to batteries with organic electrolytes, aqueous zinc-based batteries (AZBs) have been intensively studied. However, the sluggish kinetics, side reactions, structural collapse, and dissolution of the cathode severely compromise the commercialization of AZBs. Among various strategies to accelerate their practical applications, multi-ion engineering shows great feasibility to maintain the original structure of the cathode and provide sufficient energy density for high-performance AZBs. Though multi-ion engineering strategies could solve most of the problems encountered by AZBs and show great potential in achieving practical AZBs, the comprehensive summaries of the batteries undergo electrochemical reactions involving more than one charge carrier is still in deficiency. The ambiguous nomenclature and classification are becoming the fountainhead of confusion and chaos. In this circumstance, this review overviews all the battery configurations and the corresponding reaction mechanisms are investigated in the multi-ion engineering of aqueous zinc-based batteries. By combing through all the reported works, this is the first to nomenclate the different configurations according to the reaction mechanisms of the additional ions, laying the foundation for future unified discussions. The performance enhancement, fundamental challenges, and future developing direction of multi-ion strategies are accordingly proposed, aiming to further accelerate the pace to achieve the commercialization of AZBs with high performance.
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- Jiasheng Yue
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
- Yangtze Delta Region Academy of Beijing Institute of Technology, Jiaxing, 314019, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, China
- Yangtze Delta Region Academy of Beijing Institute of Technology, Jiaxing, 314019, China
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Deng R, Chen J, Chu F, Qian M, He Z, Robertson AW, Maier J, Wu F. "Soggy-Sand" Chemistry for High-Voltage Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2023:e2311153. [PMID: 38095834 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202311153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Revised: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/22/2023]
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The narrow electrochemical stability window, deleterious side reactions, and zinc dendrites prevent the use of aqueous zinc-ion batteries. Here, aqueous "soggy-sand" electrolytes (synergistic electrolyte-insulator dispersions) are developed for achieving high-voltage Zn-ion batteries. How these electrolytes bring a unique combination of benefits, synergizing the advantages of solid and liquid electrolytes is revealed. The oxide additions adsorb water molecules and trap anions, causing a network of space charge layers with increased Zn2+ transference number and reduced interfacial resistance. They beneficially modify the hydrogen bond network and solvation structures, thereby influencing the mechanical and electrochemical properties, and causing the Mn2+ in the solution to be oxidized. As a result, the best performing Al2 O3 -based "soggy-sand" electrolyte exhibits a long life of 2500 h in Zn||Zn cells. Furthermore, it increases the charging cut-off voltage for Zn/MnO2 cells to 2 V, achieving higher specific capacities. Even with amass loading of 10 mgMnO2 cm-2 , it yields a promising specific capacity of 189 mAh g-1 at 1 A g-1 after 500 cycles. The concept of "soggy-sand" chemistry provides a new approach to design powerful and universal electrolytes for aqueous batteries.
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- Rongyu Deng
- School of Metallurgy and Environment, Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nonferrous Value-added Metallurgy, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment, Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nonferrous Value-added Metallurgy, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment, Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nonferrous Value-added Metallurgy, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment, Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nonferrous Value-added Metallurgy, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment, Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nonferrous Value-added Metallurgy, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China
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- Department of Physics, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, UK
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- Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research, Heisenbergstr. 1, 70569, Stuttgart, Germany
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment, Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Nonferrous Value-added Metallurgy, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China
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Xu Z, Ren R, Ren H, Zhang J, Yang J, Qiu J, Zhang Y, Zhu G, Huang L, Dong S. Potassium ion pre-intercalated MnO 2 for aqueous multivalent ion batteries. FRONTIERS OF OPTOELECTRONICS 2023; 16:39. [PMID: 38038763 PMCID: PMC10692024 DOI: 10.1007/s12200-023-00093-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 10/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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Manganese dioxide (MnO2), as a cathode material for multivalent ion (such as Mg2+ and Al3+) storage, is investigated due to its high initial capacity. However, during multivalent ion insertion/extraction, the crystal structure of MnO2 partially collapses, leading to fast capacity decay in few charge/discharge cycles. Here, through pre-intercalating potassium-ion (K+) into δ-MnO2, we synthesize a potassium ion pre-intercalated MnO2, K0.21MnO2·0.31H2O (KMO), as a reliable cathode material for multivalent ion batteries. The as-prepared KMO exhibits a high reversible capacity of 185 mAh/g at 1 A/g, with considerable rate performance and improved cycling stability in 1 mol/L MgSO4 electrolyte. In addition, we observe that aluminum-ion (Al3+) can also insert into a KMO cathode. This work provides a valid method for modification of manganese-based oxides for aqueous multivalent ion batteries.
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- Zikang Xu
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China.
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- Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics, School of Optical and Electronic Information, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, China.
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- School of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, China.
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Ma Y, Wei Y, Han W, Tong Y, Song AJ, Zhang J, Li H, Li X, Yang J. Proton Intercalation/De-intercalation Chemistry in Phenazine-based Anode for Hydronium-ion Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202314259. [PMID: 37845195 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202314259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2023] [Revised: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 10/18/2023]
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Hydronium-ion batteries have received significant attention owing to the merits of extraordinary sustainability and excellent rate abilities. However, achieving high-performance hydronium-ion batteries remains a challenge due to the inferior properties of anode materials in strong acid electrolyte. Herein, a hydronium-ion battery is constructed which is based on a diquinoxalino [2,3-a:2',3'-c] phenazine (HATN) anode and a MnO2 @graphite felt cathode in a hybrid acidic electrolyte. The fast kinetics of hydronium-ion insertion/extraction into HATN electrode endows the HATN//MnO2 @GF battery with enhanced electrochemical performance. This battery exhibits an excellent rate performance (266 mAh g-1 at 0.5 A g-1 , 97 mAh g-1 at 50 A g-1 ), attractive energy density (182.1 Wh kg-1 ) and power density (31.2 kW kg-1 ), along with long-term cycle stability. These results shed light on the development of advanced hydronium-ion batteries.
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- Yuanyuan Ma
- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, P. R. China
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- Shaanxi International Joint Research Center of Surface Technology for Energy Storage Materials, Xi'an Key Laboratory of New Energy Materials and Devices, Institute of Advanced Electrochemical Energy & School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an, 710048, P. R. China
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- Institutes of Physical Science and Information Technology, Key Laboratory of Structure and Functional Regulation of Hybrid Material (Ministry of Education), Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, P. R. China
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- Shaanxi International Joint Research Center of Surface Technology for Energy Storage Materials, Xi'an Key Laboratory of New Energy Materials and Devices, Institute of Advanced Electrochemical Energy & School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an, 710048, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, P. R. China
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Nimkar A, Alam K, Bergman G, Levi MD, Major DT, Shpigel N, Aurbach D. Is "Water in Salt" Electrolytes the Ultimate Solution? Achieving High Stability of Organic Anodes in Diluted Electrolyte Solutions Via a Wise Anions Selection. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202311373. [PMID: 37748032 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202311373] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2023] [Revised: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/21/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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The introduction of the water-in-salt (WIS) electrolytes concept to prevent water splitting and widen the electrochemical stability window, has spurred extensive research efforts toward development of improved aqueous batteries. The successful implementation of these electrolyte solutions in many electrochemical systems shifts the focus from diluted to WIS electrolyte solutions. Considering the high costs and the tendency of these nearly saturated solutions to crystallize, this trend can be carefully re-evaluated. Herein we show that the stability of organic electrodes comprising the active material perylene-3,4,9,10-tetracarboxylic dianhydride (PTCDA), is strongly influenced by the solvation character of the anions rather than the concentration of the electrolyte solution. Even though the charging process of PTCDA involves solely insertion of cations (i.e., principal counter-ions), surprisingly, the dominant factor influencing its electrochemical performance, including long-term electrode stability, is the type of the co-ions (i.e., electrolytic anions). Using systematic electrochemical analysis combined with theoretical simulations, we show that the selection of kosmotropic anions results in fast fading of the PTCDA anodes, while a selection of chaotropic anions leads to excellent stability, even at electrolytes concentrations as low as 0.2 M. These findings provide a new conceptual approach for designing advanced electrolyte solutions for aqueous batteries.
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- Amey Nimkar
- Department of Chemistry and BINA-BIU Center for Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan, 5290002, Israel
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- Department of Chemistry and BINA-BIU Center for Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan, 5290002, Israel
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- Department of Chemistry and BINA-BIU Center for Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan, 5290002, Israel
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- Department of Chemistry and BINA-BIU Center for Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan, 5290002, Israel
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- Department of Chemistry and BINA-BIU Center for Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan, 5290002, Israel
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Ariel University, Kiryat Hamada 3, Ariel, Israel
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- Department of Chemistry and BINA-BIU Center for Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan, 5290002, Israel
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Zhang K, Wang L, Ma C, Yuan Z, Wu C, Ye J, Wu Y. A Comprehensive Evaluation of Battery Technologies for High-Energy Aqueous Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023:e2309154. [PMID: 37967335 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202309154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Revised: 10/21/2023] [Indexed: 11/17/2023]
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Aqueous batteries have garnered significant attention in recent years as a viable alternative to lithium-ion batteries for energy storage, owing to their inherent safety, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. This study offers a comprehensive review of recent advancements, persistent challenges, and the prospects of aqueous batteries, with a primary focus on energy density compensation of various battery engineering technologies. Additionally, cutting-edge high-energy aqueous battery designs are emphasized as a reference for future endeavors in the pursuit of high-energy storage solutions. Finally, a dual-compatibility battery configuration perspective aimed at concurrently optimizing cycle stability, redox potential, capacity utilization for both anode and cathode materials, as well as the selection of potential electrode candidates, is proposed with the ultimate goal of achieving cell-level energy densities exceeding 400 Wh kg-1 .
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- Kaiqiang Zhang
- School of Energy Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, China
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- School of Energy Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, China
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- School of Energy Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, China
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- School of Energy Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, China
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- School of Energy Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, China
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- School of Energy Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, China
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- School of Energy Sciences and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, China
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Gou L, Liang K, Wang WY, Lei YT, Xie SL, Wei DK, Li DL, Fan XY. A topochemical reaction induced the formation of Bi 2S 3 micro-straws from a Bi-MOF for an ultra-long Zn storage life. Dalton Trans 2023; 52:16456-16464. [PMID: 37873680 DOI: 10.1039/d3dt02448b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2023]
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Aqueous zinc ion batteries (ZIBs) are considered as promising energy storage devices in the post-lithium-ion era, due to their high energy density, low cost, high safety, and environmental benignity, however their commercialization is hindered by the sluggish diffusion kinetics of cathode materials due to the large hydrate Zn2+ radius. In this work, we propose a unique structure inheritance strategy for preparing Bi2S3 micro-straws in which a metal-organic framework (MOF) denoted as Bi-PYDC (PYDC2- = 3,5-pyridinedicarboxylate) with a string of [Bi2O2]2+ chains is judiciously selected as the structure-directing template to induce the formation of micro-straws based on a topochemical reaction. The distinctive hollow structure significantly enhances the ionic storage kinetics. Impressively, the obtained battery exhibits an ultra-long cycle life of more than 10 000 cycles at a current density of 1 A g-1 while maintaining a capacity of more than 153.4 mA h g-1. In addition, the Zn2+ insertion/extraction mechanism of Bi2S3 micro-straws is also investigated by multiple analytical methods, revealing the involvement of Zn2+ rather than H+ in the electrochemical storage process. This work may lead a new direction for constructing high performance cathodes of Zn-ion batteries through a MOF-based structure-directing template.
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- Lei Gou
- Institute of Energy Materials and Electronic Device, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710061, China.
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- Institute of Energy Materials and Electronic Device, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710061, China.
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- Institute of Energy Materials and Electronic Device, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710061, China.
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- Institute of Energy Materials and Electronic Device, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710061, China.
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- Institute of Energy Materials and Electronic Device, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710061, China.
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- Institute of Energy Materials and Electronic Device, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710061, China.
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- Institute of Energy Materials and Electronic Device, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710061, China.
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- Institute of Energy Materials and Electronic Device, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Chang'an University, Xi'an 710061, China.
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Hao B, Yang H, Wang Z, Xie Z, Zhu C, Chen W, Zhang L, Liu J, Yan C, Zhou J, Qian T. Trapping High-Activity Water in Nature-Inspired Plant-Derived Separator to Realize Ultrastable Interfacial Chemistry of Zn Anode. J Phys Chem Lett 2023; 14:9986-9995. [PMID: 37906171 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpclett.3c02482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2023]
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Side reactions caused by highly active water molecules, including severe corrosion, hydrogen evolution, and dendrite growth, are impediments to the advancement of aqueous zinc ion batteries (ZIBs). Here, inspired by the pivotal role of plant fibers to prevent dehydration in nature, we designed a unique water-retaining plant fiber (WRPF) separator with strong hygroscopic ability to adsorb and trap water molecules. Elaborated theoretical and experimental characterizations prove that high-activity water could be sequestered by a WRPF separator, alleviating water-induced side reactions and accelerating the desolvation of hydrate Zn2+. Prominently, reversible Zn plating and stripping could be realized in Zn//Cu batteries. Even with elevated cathodic mass loading (21.94 mg cm-2), the Zn//VS2 full cell delivers high areal capacity 3.3 mAh cm-2 and well-maintained stability. The present study offers a versatile design strategy for separators using nature-inspired materials, aiming to address the challenging issue of "water" and achieve ultrastable interfacial chemistry of Zn anode.
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- Baojiu Hao
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China
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- Songjiang Power Supply Company, State Grid Shanghai Electric Power Company, Shanghai 201699, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China
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- School of Petrochemical Engineering, Changzhou University, Changzhou 213164, China
- Key Laboratory of Core Technology of High Specific Energy Battery and Key Materials for Petroleum and Chemical Industry, College of Energy, Soochow University, Suzhou 215006, China
- Light Industry Institute of Electrochemical Power Sources, Suzhou 215006, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nantong University, Nantong 226019, China
- Light Industry Institute of Electrochemical Power Sources, Suzhou 215006, China
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Ji D, Kim J. Trend of Developing Aqueous Liquid and Gel Electrolytes for Sustainable, Safe, and High-Performance Li-Ion Batteries. NANO-MICRO LETTERS 2023; 16:2. [PMID: 37930432 PMCID: PMC10628089 DOI: 10.1007/s40820-023-01220-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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Current lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) rely on organic liquid electrolytes that pose significant risks due to their flammability and toxicity. The potential for environmental pollution and explosions resulting from battery damage or fracture is a critical concern. Water-based (aqueous) electrolytes have been receiving attention as an alternative to organic electrolytes. However, a narrow electrochemical-stability window, water decomposition, and the consequent low battery operating voltage and energy density hinder the practical use of aqueous electrolytes. Therefore, developing novel aqueous electrolytes for sustainable, safe, high-performance LIBs remains challenging. This Review first commences by summarizing the roles and requirements of electrolytes-separators and then delineates the progression of aqueous electrolytes for LIBs, encompassing aqueous liquid and gel electrolyte development trends along with detailed principles of the electrolytes. These aqueous electrolytes are progressed based on strategies using superconcentrated salts, concentrated diluents, polymer additives, polymer networks, and artificial passivation layers, which are used for suppressing water decomposition and widening the electrochemical stability window of water of the electrolytes. In addition, this Review discusses potential strategies for the implementation of aqueous Li-metal batteries with improved electrolyte-electrode interfaces. A comprehensive understanding of each strategy in the aqueous system will assist in the design of an aqueous electrolyte and the development of sustainable and safe high-performance batteries.
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- Donghwan Ji
- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
- Department of NanoEngineering, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, San Diego, CA, 92093, USA
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea.
- Department of Health Sciences and Technology, Samsung Advanced Institute for Health Sciences & Technology (SAIHST), Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea.
- Biomedical Institute for Convergence at SKKU (BICS), Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea.
- Institute of Quantum Biophysics (IQB), Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea.
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Wu Y, Li H, Liu T, Xu M. Versatile Protein and Its Subunit Biomolecules for Advanced Rechargeable Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2023; 35:e2305063. [PMID: 37474115 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202305063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2023] [Revised: 07/09/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/22/2023]
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Rechargeable batteries are of great significance for alleviating the growing energy crisis by providing efficient and sustainable energy storage solutions. However, the multiple issues associated with the diverse components in a battery system as well as the interphase problems greatly hinder their applications. Proteins and their subunits, peptides, and amino acids, are versatile biomolecules. Functional groups in different amino acids endow these biomolecules with unique properties including self-assembly, ion-conducting, antioxidation, great affinity to exterior species, etc. Besides, protein and its subunit materials can not only work in solid forms but also in liquid forms when dissolved in solutions, making them more versatile to realize materials engineering via diverse approaches. In this review, it is aimed to offer a comprehensive understanding of the properties of proteins and their subunits, and research progress of using these versatile biomolecules to address the engineering issues of various rechargeable batteries, including alkali-ion batteries, lithium-sulfur batteries, metal-air batteries, and flow batteries. The state-of-the-art advances in electrode, electrolyte, separator, binder, catalyst, interphase modification, as well as recycling of rechargeable batteries are involved, and the impacts of biomolecules on electrochemical properties are particularly emphasized. Finally, perspectives on this interesting field are also provided.
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- Yulun Wu
- School of Metallurgy and Environment, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P.R. China
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- Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, 999077, P.R. China
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- Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, 999077, P.R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices, Ministry of Education, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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Zhou L, Yang R, Xu S, Lei X, Zheng Y, Wen J, Zhang F, Tang Y. Maximizing Electrostatic Polarity of Non-Sacrificial Electrolyte Additives Enables Stable Zinc-Metal Anodes for Aqueous Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202307880. [PMID: 37584605 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202307880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2023] [Revised: 08/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 08/17/2023]
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Although additives are widely used in aqueous electrolytes to inhibit the formation of dendrites and hydrogen evolution reactions on Zn anodes, there is a lack of rational design principles and systematic mechanistic studies on how to select a suitable additive to regulate reversible Zn plating/stripping chemistry. Here, using saccharides as the representatives, we reveal that the electrostatic polarity of non-sacrificial additives is a critical descriptor for their ability to stabilize Zn anodes. Non-sacrificial additives are found to continuously modulate the solvation structure of Zn ions and form a molecular adsorption layer (MAL) for uniform Zn deposition, avoiding the thick solid electrolyte interphase layer due to the decomposition of sacrificial additives. A high electrostatic polarity renders sucrose the best hydrated Zn2+ desolvation ability and facilitates the MAL formation, resulting in the best cycling stability with a long-term reversible plating/stripping cycle life of thousands of hours. This study provides theoretical guidance for the screening of optimal additives for high-performance ZIBs.
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- Liyu Zhou
- Advanced Energy Storage Technology Research Center, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Nano Science and Technology Institute, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou, 215123, China
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- Advanced Energy Storage Technology Research Center, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Advanced Energy Storage Technology Research Center, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Advanced Energy Storage Technology Research Center, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Advanced Energy Storage Technology Research Center, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Advanced Energy Storage Technology Research Center, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Advanced Energy Storage Technology Research Center, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Advanced Energy Storage Technology Research Center, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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He Q, Sheng B, Zhu K, Zhou Y, Qiao S, Wang Z, Song L. Phase Engineering and Synchrotron-Based Study on Two-Dimensional Energy Nanomaterials. Chem Rev 2023; 123:10750-10807. [PMID: 37581572 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.3c00389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/16/2023]
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In recent years, there has been significant interest in the development of two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials with unique physicochemical properties for various energy applications. These properties are often derived from the phase structures established through a range of physical and chemical design strategies. A concrete analysis of the phase structures and real reaction mechanisms of 2D energy nanomaterials requires advanced characterization methods that offer valuable information as much as possible. Here, we present a comprehensive review on the phase engineering of typical 2D nanomaterials with the focus of synchrotron radiation characterizations. In particular, the intrinsic defects, atomic doping, intercalation, and heterogeneous interfaces on 2D nanomaterials are introduced, together with their applications in energy-related fields. Among them, synchrotron-based multiple spectroscopic techniques are emphasized to reveal their intrinsic phases and structures. More importantly, various in situ methods are employed to provide deep insights into their structural evolutions under working conditions or reaction processes of 2D energy nanomaterials. Finally, conclusions and research perspectives on the future outlook for the further development of 2D energy nanomaterials and synchrotron radiation light sources and integrated techniques are discussed.
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- Qun He
- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
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- National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230029, China
- Zhejiang Institute of Photonelectronics, Jinhua, Zhejiang 321004, China
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Li L, Ming H, Zhang J, Zhang H, Wen Y, Yang Y. Universality of Benzoquinone-based Anodes toward Various Metal Cations in Aqueous Rechargeable Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:41494-41503. [PMID: 37616444 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c07147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
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The poly(2,5-dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone-3,6-methylene) (denoted as PDBM) capable of reversible coordination/uncoordination with both mono- and multivalent cations in aqueous electrolytes is desired to develop safe, sustainable, and cost-effective aqueous rechargeable batteries (ARBs). However, the comprehensive mechanism between the electrochemical performance of PDBM and properties of these metal cations is unclear. Herein, we initially demonstrate the universality of PDBM to reversibly coordinate/uncoordinate with various cations (Na+, Mg2+, Ca2+, Zn2+, Al3+, etc.) with high specific capacities (>200 mA h g-1), high rate capabilities (∼20 C), and long cycling life (5000 cycles). Additionally, an unprecedented ion-coordination mechanism is presented: the monovalent cations prefer to occupy the in-plane sites with respect to the benzene rings of PDBM during the electrochemical reduced process, while the multivalent cations with the larger charge density tend to occupy the out-of-plane sites, which can use more active sites in the PDBM molecule and deliver the higher specific capacities. Meanwhile, the redox potential of PDBM decreases with the decrease in the binding energy between metal cations and PDBM molecules. The universality of PDBM to numerous cations is beneficial to design high-safety, low-cost, and long-lifespan ARBs for large-scale energy storage systems by modulating the aqueous electrolytes.
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- Leilei Li
- Key Laboratory for Magnetism and Magnetic Materials of the Ministry of Education, School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, China
- Research Institute of Chemical Defense, AMS, Beijing 100191, China
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- Research Institute of Chemical Defense, AMS, Beijing 100191, China
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- Key Laboratory for Magnetism and Magnetic Materials of the Ministry of Education, School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, China
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- Research Institute of Chemical Defense, AMS, Beijing 100191, China
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- Research Institute of Chemical Defense, AMS, Beijing 100191, China
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- Research Institute of Chemical Defense, AMS, Beijing 100191, China
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Luo Z, Xia Y, Chen S, Wu X, Zeng R, Zhang X, Pan H, Yan M, Shi T, Tao K, Xu BB, Jiang Y. Synergistic "Anchor-Capture" Enabled by Amino and Carboxyl for Constructing Robust Interface of Zn Anode. NANO-MICRO LETTERS 2023; 15:205. [PMID: 37639110 PMCID: PMC10462588 DOI: 10.1007/s40820-023-01171-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
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While the rechargeable aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) have been recognized as one of the most viable batteries for scale-up application, the instability on Zn anode-electrolyte interface bottleneck the further development dramatically. Herein, we utilize the amino acid glycine (Gly) as an electrolyte additive to stabilize the Zn anode-electrolyte interface. The unique interfacial chemistry is facilitated by the synergistic "anchor-capture" effect of polar groups in Gly molecule, manifested by simultaneously coupling the amino to anchor on the surface of Zn anode and the carboxyl to capture Zn2+ in the local region. As such, this robust anode-electrolyte interface inhibits the disordered migration of Zn2+, and effectively suppresses both side reactions and dendrite growth. The reversibility of Zn anode achieves a significant improvement with an average Coulombic efficiency of 99.22% at 1 mA cm-2 and 0.5 mAh cm-2 over 500 cycles. Even at a high Zn utilization rate (depth of discharge, DODZn) of 68%, a steady cycle life up to 200 h is obtained for ultrathin Zn foils (20 μm). The superior rate capability and long-term cycle stability of Zn-MnO2 full cells further prove the effectiveness of Gly in stabilizing Zn anode. This work sheds light on additive designing from the specific roles of polar groups for AZIBs.
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- Zhen Luo
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, People's Republic of China
- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, People's Republic of China
- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, People's Republic of China
- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, People's Republic of China
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- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, Key Laboratory of Advanced Manufacturing Technology of Zhejiang Province, School of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, People's Republic of China
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- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, People's Republic of China
- Institute of Science and Technology for New Energy, Xi'an Technological University, Xi'an, 710021, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, People's Republic of China
- State Key Laboratory of Baiyunobo Rare Earth Resource Researches and Comprehensive Utilization, Baotou Research Institute of Rare Earths, Baotou, 014030, People's Republic of China
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- Guangdong Provincial Engineering Technology Research Center of Vacuum Coating Technologies and New Energy Materials, Department of Physics, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510632, Guangdong, People's Republic of China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, Key Laboratory of Advanced Manufacturing Technology of Zhejiang Province, School of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, People's Republic of China
- Zhejiang-Israel Joint Laboratory of Self-Assembling Functional Materials, Hangzhou, 311200, People's Republic of China
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- Mechanical and Construction Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Environment, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ST, UK.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, People's Republic of China.
- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, People's Republic of China.
- State Key Laboratory of Baiyunobo Rare Earth Resource Researches and Comprehensive Utilization, Baotou Research Institute of Rare Earths, Baotou, 014030, People's Republic of China.
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Wei Y, Nienhuis ET, Mergelsberg ST, Graham TR, Guo Q, Schenter GK, Pearce CI, Clark AE. Cation coordination polyhedra lead to multiple lengthscale organization in aqueous electrolytes. Chem Commun (Camb) 2023; 59:10400-10403. [PMID: 37551780 DOI: 10.1039/d3cc02416d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/09/2023]
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Understanding multiple lengthscale correlations in the pair distribution functions (PDFs) of aq. electrolytes is a persistent challenge. Here, the coordination chemistry of polyoxoanions supports an ion-network of cation-coordination polyhedra in NaNO3(aq) and NaNO2(aq) that induce long-range solution structure. Oxygen correlations associated with Na+-coordination polyhedra have two characteristics lengthscales; 3.5-5.5 Å and 5.5-7.5 Å, the latter solely associated oligomers. The PDF contraction between 5.5-7.5 Å observed in many electrolytes is attributed to the distinct O⋯O correlation found in dimers and dimer subunits within oligomers.
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- Yihui Wei
- Department of Chemistry, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
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- Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Richland, WA, USA.
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
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Xiao X, Zhang Z, Wu Y, Xu J, Gao X, Xu R, Huang W, Ye Y, Oyakhire ST, Zhang P, Chen B, Cevik E, Asiri SM, Bozkurt A, Amine K, Cui Y. Ultrahigh-Loading Manganese-Based Electrodes for Aqueous Batteries via Polymorph Tuning. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2023; 35:e2211555. [PMID: 37149287 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202211555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2022] [Revised: 04/05/2023] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Manganese-based aqueous batteries utilizing Mn2+ /MnO2 redox reactions are promising choices for grid-scale energy storage due to their high theoretical specific capacity, high power capability, low-cost, and intrinsic safety with water-based electrolytes. However, the application of such systems is hindered by the insulating nature of deposited MnO2 , resulting in low normalized areal loading (0.005-0.05 mAh cm-2 ) during the charge/discharge cycle. In this work, the electrochemical performance of various MnO2 polymorphs in Mn2+ /MnO2 redox reactions is investigated, and ɛ-MnO2 with low conductivity is determined to be the primary electrochemically deposited phase in normal acidic aqueous electrolyte. It is found that increasing the temperature can change the deposited phase from ɛ-MnO2 with low conductivity to γ-MnO2 with two order of magnitude increase in conductivity. It is demonstrated that the highly conductive γ-MnO2 can be effectively exploited for ultrahigh areal loading electrode, and a normalized areal loading of 33 mAh cm-2 is achieved. At a mild temperature of 50 °C, cells are cycled with an ultrahigh areal loading of 20 mAh cm-2 (1-2 orders of magnitude higher than previous studies) for over 200 cycles with only 13% capacity loss.
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- Xin Xiao
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Environmental Science, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310058, China
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- Bioenergy Research unit, Department of Biophysics, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, 31441, Saudi Arabia
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- Bioenergy Research unit, Department of Biophysics, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, 31441, Saudi Arabia
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- Bioenergy Research unit, Department of Biophysics, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, 31441, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
- Bioenergy Research unit, Department of Biophysics, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, 31441, Saudi Arabia
- Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division, Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, IL, 60439, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
- Stanford Institute for Materials and Energy Sciences, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, 2575 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park, CA, 94025, USA
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Xiao P, Yun X, Chen Y, Guo X, Gao P, Zhou G, Zheng C. Insights into the solvation chemistry in liquid electrolytes for lithium-based rechargeable batteries. Chem Soc Rev 2023; 52:5255-5316. [PMID: 37462967 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00151b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/01/2023]
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Lithium-based rechargeable batteries have dominated the energy storage field and attracted considerable research interest due to their excellent electrochemical performance. As indispensable and ubiquitous components, electrolytes play a pivotal role in not only transporting lithium ions, but also expanding the electrochemical stable potential window, suppressing the side reactions, and manipulating the redox mechanism, all of which are closely associated with the behavior of solvation chemistry in electrolytes. Thus, comprehensively understanding the solvation chemistry in electrolytes is of significant importance. Here we critically reviewed the development of electrolytes in various lithium-based rechargeable batteries including lithium-metal batteries (LMBs), nonaqueous lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs), lithium-oxygen batteries (LOBs), and aqueous lithium-ion batteries (ALIBs), and emphasized the effects of interactions between cations, anions, and solvents on solvation chemistry, and functions of solvation chemistry in different types of electrolytes (strong solvating electrolytes, moderate solvating electrolytes, and weak solvating electrolytes) on the electrochemical performance and redox mechanism in the abovementioned rechargeable batteries. Specifically, the significant effects of solvation chemistry on the stability of electrode-electrolyte interphases, suppression of lithium dendrites in LMBs, inhibition of the co-intercalation of solvents in LIBs, improvement of anodic stability at high cut-off voltages in LMBs, LIBs and ALIBs, regulation of redox pathways in LSBs and LOBs, and inhibition of hydrogen/oxygen evolution reactions in LOBs are thoroughly summarized. Finally, the review concludes with a prospective outlook, where practical issues of electrolytes, advanced in situ/operando techniques to illustrate the mechanism of solvation chemistry, and advanced theoretical calculation and simulation techniques such as "material knowledge informed machine learning" and "artificial intelligence (AI) + big data" driven strategies for high-performance electrolytes have been proposed.
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- Peitao Xiao
- College of Aerospace Science and Engineering, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha, Hunan, 410073, China.
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- College of Aerospace Science and Engineering, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha, Hunan, 410073, China.
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- College of Aerospace Science and Engineering, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha, Hunan, 410073, China.
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- College of Computer, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha, Hunan, 410073, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Hunan Joint International Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Technology of Clean Energy, Hunan Province Key Laboratory for Advanced Carbon Materials and Applied Technology, Hunan University Changsha, Changsha, Hunan, 410082, China
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- Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua, Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, China.
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- College of Aerospace Science and Engineering, National University of Defense Technology, Changsha, Hunan, 410073, China.
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