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Wang Y, Duan J, Cai C, Fu Y. Unveiling potential of cellulose gel electrolyte: Molecular engineering for enhanced electrostatic interactions with Mg adatoms in Mg-ion battery. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 277:134341. [PMID: 39089554 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2024] [Revised: 07/13/2024] [Accepted: 07/29/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024]
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The Mg-ion battery faces significant limitations due to its liquid electrolyte, which suffers from inherent issues such as leakage and the growth of Mg dendrites. In contrast, gel polymer electrolytes (GPEs) offer heightened safety, a wide voltage window, and excellent flexibility, making them a promising alternative with outstanding electrochemical performance. In this study, a cyano-modified cellulose (CEC) GPE was engineered to aim at enhancing ion transportation and promoting uniform ion-flux through interactions between N and Mg2+ ions. The resulting CEC-based GPE demonstrated a high ionic conductivity of 1.73 mS cm-1 at room temperature. Furthermore, it exhibited remarkable Mg plating/stripping performance (coulombic efficiency ∼96.7 %) and compatibility with electrodes. Importantly, when employed in a Mo6S8//Mg battery configuration, the CEC GPE displayed exceptional cycle stability, with virtually no degradation observed even after 650 cycles at 1C, thereby significantly advancing Mg-ion battery technology due to its excellent electrochemical properties. This study provides valuable insights into the molecular engineering of cellulose-based GPEs.
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- Yongqin Wang
- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resource, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resource, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resource, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210037, China.
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- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resource, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210037, China.
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Zi X, Wu H, Song J, Wu J, Guo J. Long-Cycling Cellulose-Based Gel Polymer Electrolyte Utilizing Nanohydrotalcite as a Li + Transport Redistributor. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024. [PMID: 39219054 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c07314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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The hydroxyl groups on the surface of the cellulose-based gel polymer electrolyte lead to poor interfacial compatibility due to side reactions with lithium sheets. In this paper, a novel cellulose-based gel polymer electrolyte was prepared by uniformly coating the surface of a cellulose membrane with a nanohydrotalcite/PVDF-HFP composite using electrospinning technology. This cellulose-based gel polymer electrolyte exhibits good interfacial compatibility and excellent cycling stability (91.7% specific capacity retention after 500 cycles at 0.5C). Theory and experiments have shown that nanohydrotalcite on the surface of cellulose membrane can effectively prevent the contact of hydroxyl groups with lithium sheets to reduce the side reactions. In addition, nanohydrotalcite can also act as a Li+ transport redistributor to facilitate the uniform deposition of Li+ and reduce the formation of lithium dendrites to extend the cycle life.
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- Xingfu Zi
- Department of Polymer Materials and Engineering, College of Materials and Metallurgy, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Compounding and Modification of Polymer Materials, Guiyang 550014, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Compounding and Modification of Polymer Materials, Guiyang 550014, China
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- Guizhou Jarwin Technology Co. Ltd, Guiyang 550000, China
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- Department of Polymer Materials and Engineering, College of Materials and Metallurgy, Guizhou University, Guiyang 550025, China
- National Engineering Research Center for Compounding and Modification of Polymer Materials, Guiyang 550014, China
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Lin L, Chen L, Chen G, Lu C, Hong FF. Effects of heterogeneous surface characteristics on hemocompatibility and cytocompatibility of bacterial nanocellulose. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 335:122063. [PMID: 38616074 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2024] [Revised: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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The surface properties of cardiovascular biomaterials play a critical role in their biological responses. Although bacterial nanocellulose (BNC) materials have exhibited potential applications in cardiovascular implants, the impact of their surface characteristics on biocompatibility has rarely been studied. This study investigated the mechanism for the biocompatibility induced by the physicochemical properties of both sides of BNC. With greater wettability and smoothness, the upper BNC surface reduced protein adsorption by 25 % compared with the lower surface. This prolonged the plasma re-calcification time by 14 % in venous blood. Further, compared with the lower BNC surface, the upper BNC surface prolonged the activated partial thromboplastin time by 5 % and 4 % in arterial and venous blood, respectively. Moreover, the lower BNC surface with lesser rigidity, higher roughness, and sparser fiber structure promoted cell adhesion. The lower BNC surface enhanced the proliferation rate of L929 and HUVECs cells by 15 % and 13 %, respectively, compared with the upper BNC surface. With lesser stiffness, the lower BNC surface upregulated the expressions of CD31 and eNOS while down-regulating the ICAM-1 expression - This promoted the proliferation of HUVECs. The findings of this study will provide valuable insights into the design of blood contact materials and cardiovascular implants.
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- Lulu Lin
- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, Donghua University, Shanghai, China; College of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, China; National Advanced Functional Fiber Innovation Center, Wu Jiang, Su Zhou, China; Scientific Research Base of Bacterial Nanofiber Manufacturing and Composite Technology, China Textile Engineering Society, China
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- College of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, China; Scientific Research Base of Bacterial Nanofiber Manufacturing and Composite Technology, China Textile Engineering Society, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, Donghua University, Shanghai, China; College of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, China.
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- College of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, Donghua University, Shanghai, China; College of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, China; National Advanced Functional Fiber Innovation Center, Wu Jiang, Su Zhou, China; Scientific Research Base of Bacterial Nanofiber Manufacturing and Composite Technology, China Textile Engineering Society, China.
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Zhao T, Xiao P, Luo M, Nie S, Li F, Liu Y. Eco-Friendly Lithium Separators: A Frontier Exploration of Cellulose-Based Materials. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:6822. [PMID: 38999935 PMCID: PMC11241740 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25136822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2024] [Revised: 06/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/19/2024] [Indexed: 07/14/2024] Open
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Lithium-ion batteries, as an excellent energy storage solution, require continuous innovation in component design to enhance safety and performance. In this review, we delve into the field of eco-friendly lithium-ion battery separators, focusing on the potential of cellulose-based materials as sustainable alternatives to traditional polyolefin separators. Our analysis shows that cellulose materials, with their inherent degradability and renewability, can provide exceptional thermal stability, electrolyte absorption capability, and economic feasibility. We systematically classify and analyze the latest advancements in cellulose-based battery separators, highlighting the critical role of their superior hydrophilicity and mechanical strength in improving ion transport efficiency and reducing internal short circuits. The novelty of this review lies in the comprehensive evaluation of synthesis methods and cost-effectiveness of cellulose-based separators, addressing significant knowledge gaps in the existing literature. We explore production processes and their scalability in detail, and propose innovative modification strategies such as chemical functionalization and nanocomposite integration to significantly enhance separator performance metrics. Our forward-looking discussion predicts the development trajectory of cellulose-based separators, identifying key areas for future research to overcome current challenges and accelerate the commercialization of these green technologies. Looking ahead, cellulose-based separators not only have the potential to meet but also to exceed the benchmarks set by traditional materials, providing compelling solutions for the next generation of lithium-ion batteries.
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- Tian Zhao
- School of Packaging and Materials Engineering, Hunan University of Technology, Zhuzhou 412007, China
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- School of Packaging and Materials Engineering, Hunan University of Technology, Zhuzhou 412007, China
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- School of Packaging and Materials Engineering, Hunan University of Technology, Zhuzhou 412007, China
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- School of Packaging and Materials Engineering, Hunan University of Technology, Zhuzhou 412007, China
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- School of Packaging and Materials Engineering, Hunan University of Technology, Zhuzhou 412007, China
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- School of Packaging and Materials Engineering, Hunan University of Technology, Zhuzhou 412007, China
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Jia S, Chen Z, Li Y, Li C, Duan C, Lim KH, Kawi S. Construction of greenly biodegradable bacterial cellulose/UiO-66-NH 2 composite separators for efficient enhancing performance of lithium-ion battery. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 269:131988. [PMID: 38701999 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2024] [Revised: 04/04/2024] [Accepted: 04/28/2024] [Indexed: 05/06/2024]
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The disposal of waste lithium batteries, especially waste separators, has always been a problem, incineration and burial will cause environmental pollution, therefore, the development of degradable and high-performance separators has become an important challenge. Herein, UiO-66-NH2 particles were successfully anchored onto bacterial cellulose (BC) separators by epichlorohydrin (ECH) as a crosslinker, then a BC/UiO-66-NH2 composite separator was prepared by vacuum filtration. The ammonia groups (-NH2) from UiO-66-NH2 can form hydrogen bonds with PF6- in the electrolyte, promoting lithium-ion transference. Additionally, UiO-66-NH2 can store the electrolyte and tune the porosity of the separator. The lithium ion migration number (0.62) of the battery assembled with BC/UiO-66-NH2 composite separator increased by 50 % compared to the battery assembled with commercial PP separator (0.45). The discharge specific capacity of the battery assembled with BC/UIO-66-NH2 composite separator after 50 charge and discharge cycles is 145.4 mAh/g, which is higher than the average discharge specific capacity of 114.3 mAh/g of the battery assembled with PP separator. When the current density is 2C, the minimum discharge capacity of the battery assembled with BC/UiO-66-NH2 composite separator is 85.3 mAh/g. The electrochemical performance of the BC/UiO-66-NH2 composite separator is significantly better than that of the commercial PP separator. In addition, -NH2 can offer a nitrogen source to facilitate degradation of the BC separators, whereby the BC/UiO-66-NH2 composite separator could be completely degraded in 15 days.
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- Shuaitian Jia
- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300400, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Separator and Separator Process, China National Offshore Oil Corporation Tianjin Chemical Research & Design Institute, Tianjin, 300131, PR China.
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300400, PR China; Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, 117585, Singapore.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, 117585, Singapore
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- Key Laboratory of Separator and Separator Process, China National Offshore Oil Corporation Tianjin Chemical Research & Design Institute, Tianjin, 300131, PR China
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, 117585, Singapore
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, 117585, Singapore.
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Zhang Y, Du W, Ye D, Zhou J, Xu W, Xu J. Redox-active NiS@bacterial cellulose nanofiber composite separators with superior rate capability for lithium-ion batteries. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 268:131622. [PMID: 38636762 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2023] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
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Separator is an essential component of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), which is placed between the electrodes to impede their electrical contact and provide the transport channels for lithium ions. Traditionally, the separator contributes the overall mass of LIBs, thereby reducing the gravimetric capacity of the devices. Herein, a dual-layer redox-active cellulose separator is designed and fabricated to enhance the electrochemical performances of LIBs by introducing NiS. The presented separator is composed of an insulating bacterial cellulose (BC) nanofiber layer and a conductive, and redox-active NiS@BC/carbon nanotubes layer. By using the NiS@BC separator, the discharge capacity of the LiFePO4//Li half battery is enhanced to 117 mAh g-1 at a current of 2C owing to the redox-activity of NiS. Moreover, the functional separator-electrode interface can facilitate the homogenous Li stripping/plating and depress the polarization upon the repeated stripping/plating process. Consequently, the battery containing the redox-active separator exhibits outstanding cycle stability and rate capability. The present study contributes a novel strategy for the developments of functional separators to improve the electrochemical properties of LIBs.
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- Yun Zhang
- State Key Lab for Hubei New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, College of Materials Science & Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, 430200 Wuhan, China
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- State Key Lab for Hubei New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, College of Materials Science & Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, 430200 Wuhan, China.
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- State Key Lab for Hubei New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, College of Materials Science & Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, 430200 Wuhan, China
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- State Key Lab for Hubei New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, College of Materials Science & Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, 430200 Wuhan, China
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- State Key Lab for Hubei New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, College of Materials Science & Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, 430200 Wuhan, China
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- State Key Lab for Hubei New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, College of Materials Science & Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, 430200 Wuhan, China.
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Hu Z, Liu Q, Zhang Q, Zhang J, Chen L, Xu S. Facile fabrication of regenerated cellulose-based separators for high-performance lithium-ion batteries by regulating degrees of polymerization. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 268:131854. [PMID: 38677683 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131854] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 04/29/2024]
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Cellulose-based separators have great application prospects in the field of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) due to their excellent wettability and thermal stability. However, most current cellulose-based separators come from high-cost nanocellulose and bacterial cellulose. Herein, regenerated cellulose (RC) separators were prepared from dissolving pulp with different degrees of polymerization (DPs) by using the NaOH/urea/thiourea dissolution system as well as a nonsolvent-induced phase separation method. The results showed that the DP of cellulose had a significant influence on the mechanical properties, pore structure, and electrochemical properties of the resultant RC separator. An appropriate increase in the DP could improve the mechanical strength, porosity, and ionic conductivity of the separator. The RC separator with a DP of 599 exhibited the best performance with a porosity of 56.1 %, an average pore size of 305 nm, an electrolyte uptake of 339 %, a tensile strength of 38.3 MPa, and an ionic conductivity of 1.88 mS·cm-1. The lithium-ion battery prepared with the optimal RC separator had a specific capacity of 156.55 mAh/g for 100 cycles at a current density of 0.5 C and a coulombic efficiency of more than 96 %, which was a clear advantage over the commercially available Celgard2400 and cellulose separators. This work makes contributions to the development of high-performance LIBs separators from cellulose.
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- Zhijun Hu
- Key Laboratory of Recycling and Eco-treatment of Waste Biomass of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, Hangzhou 310023, China
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- Key Laboratory of Recycling and Eco-treatment of Waste Biomass of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, Hangzhou 310023, China
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- College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
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- Key Laboratory of Recycling and Eco-treatment of Waste Biomass of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, Hangzhou 310023, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Recycling and Eco-treatment of Waste Biomass of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, Hangzhou 310023, China
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- Key Laboratory of Recycling and Eco-treatment of Waste Biomass of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, Hangzhou 310023, China
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Song Y, Zhao G, Zhang S, Xie C, Yang R, Li X. Chitosan nanofiber paper used as separator for high performance and sustainable lithium-ion batteries. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 329:121530. [PMID: 38286525 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121530] [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: 06/29/2023] [Revised: 10/07/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2024]
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Separators are indispensable components in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), providing efficient pathways for lithium ions to travel and isolating the positive and negative electrodes to avoid short circuits. However, traditional polyolefin-based separators exhibit inferior electrolyte affinities, limited porosities, and low thermal stabilities. In this study, a novel method was developed to prepare chitosan micro/nanofiber membranes as LIB separators using natural materials. The pore sizes of the chitosan micro/nanofibers separators were modulated by changing the diameters of the chitosan fibers. The results demonstrated that the chitosan nanofiber separators (CSNFs) had superior electrolyte uptake (281 %), excellent thermal dimensional stability, and electrochemical performance in LiFePO4/Li half-cell, as indicated by the higher discharge capacity after 100 cycles, and higher rate capacity than commercial Celgard2325 separator. This study paves the way for the fabrication of eco-efficient and environment-friendly separators for high-performance LIBs.
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- Yanghui Song
- State Key Lab of Pulp and Papermaking Engineering, School of Light Industry and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- State Key Lab of Pulp and Papermaking Engineering, School of Light Industry and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China.
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- State Key Lab of Pulp and Papermaking Engineering, School of Light Industry and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- State Key Lab of Pulp and Papermaking Engineering, School of Light Industry and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- State Key Lab of Pulp and Papermaking Engineering, School of Light Industry and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510644, China.
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Joshi JS, Langwald SV, Ehrmann A, Sabantina L. Algae-Based Biopolymers for Batteries and Biofuel Applications in Comparison with Bacterial Biopolymers-A Review. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:610. [PMID: 38475294 DOI: 10.3390/polym16050610] [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: 01/21/2024] [Revised: 02/12/2024] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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Algae-based biopolymers can be used in diverse energy-related applications, such as separators and polymer electrolytes in batteries and fuel cells and also as microalgal biofuel, which is regarded as a highly renewable energy source. For these purposes, different physical, thermochemical, and biochemical properties are necessary, which are discussed within this review, such as porosity, high temperature resistance, or good mechanical properties for batteries and high energy density and abundance of the base materials in case of biofuel, along with the environmental aspects of using algae-based biopolymers in these applications. On the other hand, bacterial biopolymers are also often used in batteries as bacterial cellulose separators or as biopolymer network binders, besides their potential use as polymer electrolytes. In addition, they are also regarded as potential sustainable biofuel producers and converters. This review aims at comparing biopolymers from both aforementioned sources for energy conversion and storage. Challenges regarding the production of algal biopolymers include low scalability and low cost-effectiveness, and for bacterial polymers, slow growth rates and non-optimal fermentation processes often cause challenges. On the other hand, environmental benefits in comparison with conventional polymers and the better biodegradability are large advantages of these biopolymers, which suggest further research to make their production more economical.
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- Jnanada Shrikant Joshi
- Faculty of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics, Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences and Arts, 33619 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Faculty of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics, Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences and Arts, 33619 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Faculty of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics, Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences and Arts, 33619 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Department of Apparel Engineering and Textile Processing, Berlin University of Applied Sciences-HTW Berlin, 12459 Berlin, Germany
- Department of Textile and Paper Engineering, Higher Polytechnic School of Alcoy, Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV), 03801 Alcoy, Spain
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Xia Y, Li X, Zhuang J, Wang W, Abbas SC, Fu C, Zhang H, Chen T, Yuan Y, Zhao X, Ni Y. Exploitation of function groups in cellulose materials for lithium-ion batteries applications. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 325:121570. [PMID: 38008476 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121570] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/28/2023]
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Cellulose, an abundant and eco-friendly polymer, is a promising raw material to be used for preparing energy storage devices such as lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). Despite the significance of cellulose functional groups in LIBs components, their structure-properties-application relationship remains largely unexplored. This article thoroughly reviews the current research status on cellulose-based materials for LIBs components, with a specific focus on the impact of functional groups in cellulose-based separators. The emphasis is on how these functional groups can enhance the mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties of the separators, potentially replacing conventional non-renewal material-derived components. Through a meticulous investigation, the present review reveals that certain functional groups, such as hydroxyl groups (-OH), carboxyl groups (-COOH), carbonyl groups (-CHO), ester functions (R-COO-R'), play a crucial role in improving the mechanical strength and wetting ability of cellulose-based separators. Additionally, the inclusion of phosphoric group (-PO3H2), sulfonic group (-SO3H) in separators can contribute to the enhanced thermal stability. The significance of comprehending the influence of functional groups in cellulose-based materials on LIBs performance is highlighted by these findings. Ultimately, this review explores the challenges and perspectives of cellulose-based LIBs, offering specific recommendations and prospects for future research in this area.
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- Yuanyuan Xia
- College of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, Shaanxi Province Key Laboratory of Papermaking Technology and Specialty Paper Development, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an 710021, China; Limerick Pulp & Paper Centre & Department of Chemical Engineering, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3, Canada
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- College of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, Shaanxi Province Key Laboratory of Papermaking Technology and Specialty Paper Development, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an 710021, China.
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- School of Environmental and Natural Resources, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, Hangzhou 310023, China
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- College of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, Shaanxi Province Key Laboratory of Papermaking Technology and Specialty Paper Development, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an 710021, China.
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- Limerick Pulp & Paper Centre & Department of Chemical Engineering, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3, Canada
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- Limerick Pulp & Paper Centre & Department of Chemical Engineering, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3, Canada
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- College of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, Shaanxi Province Key Laboratory of Papermaking Technology and Specialty Paper Development, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an 710021, China; Limerick Pulp & Paper Centre & Department of Chemical Engineering, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3, Canada
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- College of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, Shaanxi Province Key Laboratory of Papermaking Technology and Specialty Paper Development, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an 710021, China; Limerick Pulp & Paper Centre & Department of Chemical Engineering, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3, Canada
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- College of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, Shaanxi Province Key Laboratory of Papermaking Technology and Specialty Paper Development, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an 710021, China
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- College of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, Shaanxi Province Key Laboratory of Papermaking Technology and Specialty Paper Development, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an 710021, China
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- Limerick Pulp & Paper Centre & Department of Chemical Engineering, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, NB E3B 5A3, Canada; Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469, USA.
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Lee C, Lee S, Kang SW. Enhanced porous membrane fabrication using cellulose acetate and citric acid: Improved structural integrity, thermal stability, and gas permeability. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 324:121571. [PMID: 37985069 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2023] [Revised: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023]
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In this study, our primary objective was to enhance the properties of porous membranes by addressing the limitations associated with phase separation. We employed a non-solvent induced phase separation (NIPS) method, utilizing cellulose acetate (CA) in conjunction with citric acid to fabricate these membranes. Citric acid played a dual role: ensuring a uniform pore structure and cross-linking the CA polymer, thereby enhancing its mechanical strength. This approach resulted in the development of a more robust membrane with superior structural integrity. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) confirmed enhanced thermal stability, particularly up to 150 °C, as a result of citric acid's cross-linking effect. Beyond 150 °C, the decomposition temperatures of the CA/citric acid membrane were found to be comparable to those of pure CA. Remarkably, a CA/citric acid ratio of 1:0.05 exhibited the slowest decomposition rate as the temperature increased. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) examination unveiled a sponge-like membrane structure with numerous evenly distributed fine pores. Through the use of citric acid as a plasticizer, we were able to effectively control the penetration of water molecules, preventing the formation of macrovoids and promoting the creation of fine pores. This resulted in the fabrication of a high-porosity membrane, boasting an impressive porosity measurement of 84.9 %. Furthermore, measurements of the Gurley value confirmed efficient gas permeation, a critical characteristic for applications requiring effective gas transport. Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy attested to the presence of citric acid in the membrane post-phase separation, indicating its successful integration. Our work presents a novel approach to enhance porous membranes, providing improvements in mechanical strength, thermal stability, and gas permeability. These findings offer valuable insights for the development of advanced materials with diverse applications in various fields.
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- Chaeyeon Lee
- Department of Chemistry and Energy Engineering, Sangmyung University, Seoul 03016, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and Energy Engineering, Sangmyung University, Seoul 03016, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry and Energy Engineering, Sangmyung University, Seoul 03016, Republic of Korea.
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Tian Y, Chen X, Gao X, Wu H, Cheng C, Cai S, Ren W, Yang X, Sun R. Suppressing Dendrite Growth with Eco-Friendly Sodium Lignosulfonate Additive in Quasi-Solid-State Li Metal Battery. Molecules 2023; 28:6905. [PMID: 37836748 PMCID: PMC10574181 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28196905] [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: 07/16/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023] Open
Abstract
The application of lithium metal batteries is limited by the drawbacks of safety problems and Li dendrite formation. Quasi-solid-state electrolytes (QSSEs) are the most promising alternatives to commercial liquid electrolytes due to their high safety and great compatibility with electrodes. However, Li dendrite formation and the slow Li+ diffusion in QSSEs severely hinder uniform Li deposition, thus leading to Li dendrite growth and short circuits. Herein, an eco-friendly and low-cost sodium lignosulfonate (LSS)-assisted PVDF-based QSSE is proposed to induce uniform Li deposition and inhibit Li dendrite growth. Li symmetric cells with 5%-LSS QSSE possess a high Li+ transfer number of 0.79, and they exhibit a long cycle life of 1000 h at a current density/areal capacity of 1 mA cm-2/5 mAh cm-2. Moreover, due to the fast electrochemical dynamics endowed by the improved compatibility of the electrodes and fast Li+ diffusion, the LFP/5%-LSS/Li full cells still maintain a high capacity of 110 mAh g-1 after 250 cycles at 6C. This work provides a novel and promising choice that uses eco-friendly LSS as an additive to PVDF-based QSSE in Li metal batteries.
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- Yingkang Tian
- Center for Lignocellulosic Chemistry and Biomaterials, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China; (Y.T.); (X.C.); (H.W.); (C.C.); (S.C.); (W.R.)
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- Center for Lignocellulosic Chemistry and Biomaterials, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China; (Y.T.); (X.C.); (H.W.); (C.C.); (S.C.); (W.R.)
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- Center for Lignocellulosic Chemistry and Biomaterials, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China; (Y.T.); (X.C.); (H.W.); (C.C.); (S.C.); (W.R.)
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- Center for Lignocellulosic Chemistry and Biomaterials, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China; (Y.T.); (X.C.); (H.W.); (C.C.); (S.C.); (W.R.)
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- Center for Lignocellulosic Chemistry and Biomaterials, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China; (Y.T.); (X.C.); (H.W.); (C.C.); (S.C.); (W.R.)
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- Center for Lignocellulosic Chemistry and Biomaterials, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China; (Y.T.); (X.C.); (H.W.); (C.C.); (S.C.); (W.R.)
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- Center for Lignocellulosic Chemistry and Biomaterials, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China; (Y.T.); (X.C.); (H.W.); (C.C.); (S.C.); (W.R.)
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- Division of Energy Storage, Dalian National Laboratory for Clean Energy, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 457 Zhongshan Road, Dalian 116023, China;
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- Center for Lignocellulosic Chemistry and Biomaterials, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian 116034, China; (Y.T.); (X.C.); (H.W.); (C.C.); (S.C.); (W.R.)
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Song Y, Zhao G, Zhang S, Xie C, Li X. A Light-Thin Chitosan Nanofiber Separator for High-Performance Lithium-Ion Batteries. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3654. [PMID: 37765508 PMCID: PMC10648088 DOI: 10.3390/polym15183654] [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: 07/14/2023] [Revised: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/26/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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With the development of portable devices and wearable devices, there is a higher demand for high-energy density and light lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). The separator is a significant component directly affecting the performance of LIBs. In this paper, a thin and porous chitosan nanofiber separator was successfully fabricated using the simple ethanol displacement method. The thickness of the CME15 separator was about half that of mainstream commercial Celgard2325 separators. Owing to its inherent polarity and high porosity, the obtained CME15 separator achieved a small contact angle (18°) and excellent electrolyte wettability (324% uptake). The CME15 separator could maintain excellent thermal dimensional stability at 160 °C. Furthermore, the CME15 separator-based LIBs exhibited excellent cycling performance after 100 cycles (117 mAh g-1 at 1 C). The present work offers a perspective on applying a chitosan nanofiber separator in light and high-performance lithium-ion batteries (LIBs).
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- Yanghui Song
- State Key Lab of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Light Industry and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- State Key Lab of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Light Industry and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- State Key Lab of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Light Industry and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- State Key Lab of Pulp and Paper Engineering, School of Light Industry and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510644, China
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Li W, Huang X, Liu H, Lian H, Xu B, Zhang W, Sun X, Wang W, Jia S, Zhong C. Improvement in bacterial cellulose production by co-culturing Bacillus cereus and Komagataeibacter xylinus. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 313:120892. [PMID: 37182977 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.120892] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2023] [Revised: 03/30/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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Bacterial cellulose (BC) is a bio-produced nanostructure material widely used in biomedical, food, and paper-manufacturing industries. However, low production efficiency and high-cost have limited its industrial applications. This study aimed to examine the level of improvement in BC production by co-culturing Bacillus cereus and Komagataeibacter xylinus. The BC yield in corn stover enzymatic hydrolysate was found to be obviously enhanced from 1.2 to 4.4 g/L after the aforementioned co-culturing. The evidence indicated that acetoin (AC) and 2,3-butanediol (2,3-BD) produced by B. cereus were the key factors dominating BC increment. The mechanism underlying BC increment was that AC and 2,3-BD increased the specific activity of AC dehydrogenase and the contents of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and acetyl coenzyme A (acetyl-CoA), thus promoting the growth and energy level of K. xylinus. Meanwhile, the immobilization of BC could also facilitate oxygen acquisition in B. cereus under static conditions. This study was novel in reporting that the co-culture could effectively enhance BC production from the lignocellulosic enzymatic hydrolysate.
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- Wenchao Li
- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition & Safety, Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China; Key Laboratory of Industrial Fermentation Microbiology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University of Science & Technology, 300457 Tianjin, PR China.
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Das M, Das PS, Pramanik NC, Basu RN, Wasim Raja M. Advanced Sustainable Trilayer Cellulosic "Paper Separator" Functionalized with Nano-BaTiO 3 for Applications in Li-Ion Batteries and Supercapacitors. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:21315-21331. [PMID: 37332789 PMCID: PMC10268629 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c02859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/20/2023]
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In the quest of developing a sustainable, low-cost and improved separator membrane for application in energy storage devices like lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) and supercapacitors (SCs), here we fabricated a trilayer cellulose-based paper separator engineered with nano-BaTiO3 powder. A scalable fabrication process of the paper separator was designed step-by-step by sizing with poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF), thereafter impregnating nano-BaTiO3 in the interlayer using water-soluble styrene butadiene rubber (SBR) as the binder and finally laminating the ceramic layer with a low-concentration SBR solution. The fabricated separators showed excellent electrolyte wettability (216-270%), quicker electrolyte saturation, increased mechanical strength (43.96-50.15 MPa), and zero-dimensional shrinkage up to 200 °C. The electrochemical cell comprising graphite|paper separator|LiFePO4 showed comparable electrochemical performances in terms of capacity retention at different current densities (0.05-0.8 mA/cm2) and long-term cycleability (300 cycles) with coulombic efficiency >96%. The in-cell chemical stability as tested for 8 weeks revealed a nominal change in bulk resistivity with no significant morphological changes. The vertical burning test as performed on a paper separator showed excellent flame-retardant property, a required safety feature for separator materials. To examine the multidevice compatibility, the paper separator was tested in supercapacitors, delivering a comparable performance to that of a commercial separator. The developed paper separator was also found to be compatible with most of the commercial cathode materials such as LiFePO4, LiMn2O4, and NCM111.
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- Mononita Das
- Energy
Materials and Devices Division (Former Fuel Cell and Battery Division), CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute, Kolkata 700032, India
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- Energy
Materials and Devices Division (Former Fuel Cell and Battery Division), CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute, Kolkata 700032, India
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- Advanced
Materials & Chemical Characterization Division, CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute, Kolkata 700032, India
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- School
of Advanced Materials, Green Energy and Sensor Systems, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Howrah 711103, India
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- Energy
Materials and Devices Division (Former Fuel Cell and Battery Division), CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute, Kolkata 700032, India
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