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Sohn Y, Oh J, Lee J, Kim H, Hwang I, Noh G, Lee T, Kim JY, Bae KY, Lee T, Lee N, Chung WJ, Choi JW. Dual-Seed Strategy for High-Performance Anode-Less All-Solid-State Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024:e2407443. [PMID: 39385641 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202407443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2024] [Revised: 09/26/2024] [Indexed: 10/12/2024]
Abstract
Interest in all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs), particularly the anode-less type, has grown alongside the expansion of the electric vehicle (EV) market, because they offer advantages in terms of their energy density and manufacturing cost. However, in most anode-less ASSBs, the anode is covered by a protective layer to ensure stable lithium (Li) deposition, thus requiring high temperatures to ensure adequate Li ion diffusion kinetics through the protective layer. This study proposes a dual-seed protective layer consisting of silver (Ag) and zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles for sulfide-based anode-less ASSBs. This dual-seed-based protective layer not only facilitates Li diffusion via multiple lithiation pathways over a wide range of potentials, but also enhances the mechanical stability of the anode interface through the in situ formation of a Ag-Zn alloy with high ductility. The capacity retention during full-cell evaluation is 80.8% for 100 cycles when cycled at 1 mA cm-2 with 3 mAh cm-2 at room temperature. The dual-seed approach provides useful insights into the design of multi-seed concepts in which, from a mechanochemical perspective, various lithiophilic materials synergistically impact upon the anode-less interface.
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- Yeeun Sohn
- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
- Hyundai Motor Group-Seoul National University (HMG-SNU) Joint Battery Research Center (JBRC), Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
- Hyundai Motor Group-Seoul National University (HMG-SNU) Joint Battery Research Center (JBRC), Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- Advanced Battery Development Team, Hyundai Motor Company, 150, Hyundaiyeonguso-ro, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 18280, Republic of Korea
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- Advanced Battery Development Team, Hyundai Motor Company, 150, Hyundaiyeonguso-ro, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 18280, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
- Hyundai Motor Group-Seoul National University (HMG-SNU) Joint Battery Research Center (JBRC), Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
- Hyundai Motor Group-Seoul National University (HMG-SNU) Joint Battery Research Center (JBRC), Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
- Hyundai Motor Group-Seoul National University (HMG-SNU) Joint Battery Research Center (JBRC), Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Process, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
- Hyundai Motor Group-Seoul National University (HMG-SNU) Joint Battery Research Center (JBRC), Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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Saqib KS, Embleton TJ, Choi JH, Won SJ, Ali J, Ko K, Choi S, Jo M, Park S, Park J, Kaveevivitchai W, Son Y, Lee WJ, Oh P. Understanding the Carbon Additive/Sulfide Solid Electrolyte Interface in Nickel-Rich Cathode Composites and Prioritizing the Corresponding Interplay between the Electrical and Ionic Conductive Networks to Enhance All-Solid-State-Battery Rate Capability. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:47551-47562. [PMID: 39163587 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c08670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/22/2024]
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All-solid-state lithium batteries, including sulfide electrolytes and nickel-rich layered oxide cathode materials, promise safer electrochemical energy storage with high gravimetric and volumetric densities. However, the poor electrical conductivity of the active material results in the requirement for additional conducive additives, which tend to react negatively with the sulfide electrolyte. The fundamental scientific principle uncovered through this work is simple and suggests that the electrical network benefits associated with the introduction of short-length carbons will eventually be overpowered by the increase in bulk resistance associated with their instability in the sulfide electrolyte. However, applying just the right amount of short carbon fibres minimizes degradation of the sulfide solid electrolyte and maximizes the electron movement. Therefore, we propose the application of a low-weight-percent carbon nanotubes (CNTs) coating on the nickel-rich cathode LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 (NCM811) along with large-aspect-ratio carbon nanofibers (CNFs) as the primary conductive additive. When only 0.3 wt % CNTs was utilized with 4.7 wt % CNFs, an initial Coulombic efficiency of 83.55% at 0.05C and a notably excellent capacity retention of 90.1% over 50 cycles at 0.5C were achieved along with a low ionic resistance. This work helps to confirm the validity of applying short carbon pathways in sulfide-electrolyte-based cathode composites and proposes their combination with a larger primary carbon additive as a solution to the ongoing all-solid-state battery rate and instability issues.
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- Kashif Saleem Saqib
- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Advanced Materials Engineering, Keimyung University, 1095 Dalgubeol-daero, Dalseo-gu, Daegu 42601, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Hierarchical Green-Energy Materials (Hi-GEM) Research Center, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan City 70101 Taiwan
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- Department of Electrical Engineering and Institute of Well-Aging Medicare & CSU G-LAMP Project Group, Chosun University, 309 Pilmun-daero, Dong-gu, Gwangju 61452, Republic of Korea
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- Major of Semiconductor Engineering, Division of Nanotechnolgy and Semiconductor Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Smart Green Technology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
- Department of Nanotechnology Engineering, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan 48547, Republic of Korea
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Duff B, Corti L, Turner B, Han G, Daniels LM, Rosseinsky MJ, Blanc F. Revealing the Local Structure and Dynamics of the Solid Li Ion Conductor Li 3P 5O 14. CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS : A PUBLICATION OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY 2024; 36:7703-7718. [PMID: 39220613 PMCID: PMC11360135 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemmater.4c00727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2024] [Revised: 05/31/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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The development of fast Li ion-conducting materials for use as solid electrolytes that provide sufficient electrochemical stability against electrode materials is paramount for the future of all-solid-state batteries. Advances on these fast ionic materials are dependent on building structure-ionic mobility-function relationships. Here, we exploit a series of multinuclear and multidimensional nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) approaches, including 6Li and 31P magic angle spinning (MAS), in conjunction with density functional theory (DFT) to provide a detailed understanding of the local structure of the ultraphosphate Li3P5O14, a promising candidate for an oxide-based Li ion conductor that has been shown to be a highly conductive, energetically favorable, and electrochemically stable potential solid electrolyte. We have reported a comprehensive assignment of the ultraphosphate layer and layered Li6O16 26- chains through 31P and 6Li MAS NMR, respectively, in conjunction with DFT. The chemical shift anisotropy of the eight resonances with the lowest 31P chemical shift is significantly lower than that of the 12 remaining resonances, suggesting the phosphate bonding nature of these P sites being one that bridges to three other phosphate groups. We employed a number of complementary 6,7Li NMR techniques, including MAS variable-temperature line narrowing spectra, spin-alignment echo (SAE) NMR, and relaxometry, to quantify the lithium ion dynamics in Li3P5O14. Detailed analysis of the diffusion-induced spin-lattice relaxation data allowed for experimental verification of the three-dimensional Li diffusion previously proposed computationally. The 6Li NMR relaxation rates suggest sites Li1 and Li5 (the only five-coordinate Li site) are the most mobile and are adjacent to one another, both in the a-b plane (intralayer) and on the c-axis (interlayer). As shown in the 6Li-6Li exchange spectroscopy NMR spectra, sites Li1 and Li5 likely exchange with one another both between adjacent layered Li6O16 26- chains and through the center of the P12O36 12- rings forming the three-dimensional pathway. The understanding of the Li ion mobility pathways in high-performing solid electrolytes outlines a route for further development of such materials to improve their performance.
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- Benjamin
B. Duff
- Department
of Chemistry, University of Liverpool, L69 7ZD Liverpool, U.K.
- Stephenson
Institute for Renewable Energy, University
of Liverpool, L69 7ZF Liverpool, U.K.
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Liverpool, L69 7ZD Liverpool, U.K.
- Leverhulme
Research Centre for Functional Materials Design, Materials Innovation
Factory, University of Liverpool, L7 3NY Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Liverpool, L69 7ZD Liverpool, U.K.
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Liverpool, L69 7ZD Liverpool, U.K.
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Liverpool, L69 7ZD Liverpool, U.K.
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Liverpool, L69 7ZD Liverpool, U.K.
- Leverhulme
Research Centre for Functional Materials Design, Materials Innovation
Factory, University of Liverpool, L7 3NY Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Liverpool, L69 7ZD Liverpool, U.K.
- Stephenson
Institute for Renewable Energy, University
of Liverpool, L69 7ZF Liverpool, U.K.
- Leverhulme
Research Centre for Functional Materials Design, Materials Innovation
Factory, University of Liverpool, L7 3NY Liverpool, United Kingdom
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Ye C, Xu S, Li H, Shan J, Qiao SZ. Developing Cathode Films for Practical All-Solid-State Lithium-Sulfur Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024:e2407738. [PMID: 39075816 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202407738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2024] [Revised: 06/30/2024] [Indexed: 07/31/2024]
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The development of all-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries (ASSLSBs) toward large-scale electrochemical energy storage is driven by the higher specific energies and lower cost in comparison with the state-of-the-art Li-ion batteries. Yet, insufficient mechanistic understanding and quantitative parameters of the key components in sulfur-based cathode hinders the advancement of the ASSLSB technologies. This review offers a comprehensive analysis of electrode parameters, including specific capacity, voltage, S mass loading and S content toward establishing the specific energy (Wh kg-1) and energy density (Wh L-1) of the ASSLSBs. Additionally, this work critically evaluates the progress in enhancing lithium ion and electron percolation and mitigating electrochemical-mechanical degradation in sulfur-based cathodes. Last, a critical outlook on potential future research directions is provided to guide the rational design of high-performance sulfur-based cathodes toward practical ASSLSBs.
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- Chao Ye
- 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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- Department of Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, 5005, Australia
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Feng Y, Wang Z, Deng D, Yan G, Guo H, Li X, Peng W, Duan H, Wang J. Ni-Rich Layered Oxide Cathodes/Sulfide Electrolyte Interface in Solid-State Lithium Battery. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:37363-37378. [PMID: 38981045 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c05609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/11/2024]
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Because of the high specific capacity and low cost, Ni-rich layered oxide (NRLO) cathodes are one of the most promising cathode candidates for the next high-energy-density lithium-ion batteries. However, they face structure and interface instability challenges, especially the battery safety risk caused by using an intrinsic flammable organic liquid electrolyte. In this regard, a solid electrolyte with high safety is of great significance to promote the development of energy storage. Among them, sulfide electrolytes are considered to be the most potential substitutes for liquid electrolytes because of their high ionic conductivity and good processing properties. Nevertheless, the interfacial incompatibility between the sulfide electrolyte and NRLO cathode is the critical challenge for high-performance sulfide all-solid-state lithium batteries (ASSLBs). In this review, we summarize the problems of the Ni-rich cathode/sulfide solid electrolyte interface and the strategies to improve the interface stability. On the basis of these insights, we highlight the scientific problems and technological challenges that need to be resolved urgently and propose several potential directions to further improve the interface stability. The objective of this study is to provide a comprehensive understanding and insightful recommendations for the enhancement of the sulfide ASSLBs with NRLO cathode.
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- Yiman Feng
- School of Metallurgy and Environment and Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Central South University, Changsha 410083, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Value-added Metallurgy of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, 410083 Hunan, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Centre of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, Changsha 410205, P. R. China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment and Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Central South University, Changsha 410083, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Value-added Metallurgy of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, 410083 Hunan, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Centre of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, Changsha 410205, P. R. China
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- BASF ShanShan Battery Material Co., LTD, Changsha 410205, P. R. China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment and Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Central South University, Changsha 410083, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Value-added Metallurgy of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, 410083 Hunan, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Centre of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, Changsha 410205, P. R. China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment and Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Central South University, Changsha 410083, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Value-added Metallurgy of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, 410083 Hunan, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Centre of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, Changsha 410205, P. R. China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment and Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Central South University, Changsha 410083, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Value-added Metallurgy of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, 410083 Hunan, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Centre of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, Changsha 410205, P. R. China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment and Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Central South University, Changsha 410083, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Value-added Metallurgy of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, 410083 Hunan, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Centre of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, Changsha 410205, P. R. China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment and Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Central South University, Changsha 410083, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Value-added Metallurgy of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, 410083 Hunan, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Centre of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, Changsha 410205, P. R. China
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- School of Metallurgy and Environment and Engineering Research Center of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Battery Materials, Central South University, Changsha 410083, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Value-added Metallurgy of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, 410083 Hunan, P. R. China
- National Engineering Research Centre of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, Changsha 410205, P. R. China
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Choi H, Cho S, Kim YS, Cho JS, Kim H, Lee H, Ko S, Kim K, Lee SM, Hong ST, Choi CH, Seo DH, Park S. An Effective Catholyte for Sulfide-Based All-Solid-State Batteries Utilizing Gas Absorbents. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024:e2403147. [PMID: 38989706 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202403147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2024] [Revised: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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All-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) possess the advantage of ensuring safety while simultaneously maximizing energy density, making them suitable for next-generation battery models. In particular, sulfide solid electrolytes (SSEs) are viewed as promising candidates for ASSB electrolytes due to their excellent ionic conductivity. However, a limitation exists in the form of interfacial side reactions occurring between the SSEs and cathode active materials (CAMs), as well as the generation of sulfide-based gases within the SSE. These issues lead to a reduction in the capacity of CAMs and an increase in internal resistance within the cell. To address these challenges, cathode composite materials incorporating zinc oxide (ZnO) are fabricated, effectively reducing various side reactions occurring in CAMs. Acting as a semiconductor, ZnO helps mitigate the rapid oxidation of the solid electrolyte facilitated by an electronic pathway, thereby minimizing side reactions, while maintaining electron pathways to the active material. Additionally, it absorbs sulfide-based gases, thus protecting the lithium ions within CAMs. In this study, the mass spectrometer is employed to observe gas generation phenomena within the ASSB cell. Furthermore, a clear elucidation of the side reactions occurring at the cathode and the causes of capacity reduction in ASSB are provided through density functional theory calculations.
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- Hyunbeen Choi
- Department of Chemistry, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, 37673, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, 37673, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Daejeon, 34141, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, 37673, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, 37673, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy Science and Engineering, Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technolohy (DGIST), Daegu, 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Graduate Institute of Ferrous & Eco Materials Technology (GIFT), Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, 37673, Republic of Korea
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- Graduate Institute of Ferrous & Eco Materials Technology (GIFT), Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, 37673, Republic of Korea
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- Graduate Institute of Ferrous & Eco Materials Technology (GIFT), Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, 37673, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy Science and Engineering, Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technolohy (DGIST), Daegu, 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, 37673, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Daejeon, 34141, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Pohang, 37673, Republic of Korea
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Lee J, Zhao C, Wang C, Chen A, Sun X, Amine K, Xu GL. Bridging the gap between academic research and industrial development in advanced all-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries. Chem Soc Rev 2024; 53:5264-5290. [PMID: 38619389 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00439b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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The energy storage and vehicle industries are heavily investing in advancing all-solid-state batteries to overcome critical limitations in existing liquid electrolyte-based lithium-ion batteries, specifically focusing on mitigating fire hazards and improving energy density. All-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries (ASSLSBs), featuring earth-abundant sulfur cathodes, high-capacity metallic lithium anodes, and non-flammable solid electrolytes, hold significant promise. Despite these appealing advantages, persistent challenges like sluggish sulfur redox kinetics, lithium metal failure, solid electrolyte degradation, and manufacturing complexities hinder their practical use. To facilitate the transition of these technologies to an industrial scale, bridging the gap between fundamental scientific research and applied R&D activities is crucial. Our review will address the inherent challenges in cell chemistries within ASSLSBs, explore advanced characterization techniques, and delve into innovative cell structure designs. Furthermore, we will provide an overview of the recent trends in R&D and investment activities from both academia and industry. Building on the fundamental understandings and significant progress that has been made thus far, our objective is to motivate the battery community to advance ASSLSBs in a practical direction and propel the industrialized process.
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- Jieun Lee
- Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division, Argonne National Laboratory, 9700 S Cass Ave, Lemont, IL 60439, USA.
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- Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division, Argonne National Laboratory, 9700 S Cass Ave, Lemont, IL 60439, USA.
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- Eastern Institute for Advanced Study, Eastern Institute of Technology, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315200, P. R. China
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- Laurel Heights Secondary School, 650 Laurelwood Dr, Waterloo, ON, N2V 2V1, Canada
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- Eastern Institute for Advanced Study, Eastern Institute of Technology, Ningbo, Zhejiang, 315200, P. R. China
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- Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division, Argonne National Laboratory, 9700 S Cass Ave, Lemont, IL 60439, USA.
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- Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division, Argonne National Laboratory, 9700 S Cass Ave, Lemont, IL 60439, USA.
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Wang X, Jiang W, Zhu X, Li S, Zhang S, Wu Q, Zhang J, Zhong W, Zhao S, Cheng H, Tan Y, Ling M, Lu Y. A Dynamically Stable Sulfide Electrolyte Architecture for High-Performance All-Solid-State Lithium Metal Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2306763. [PMID: 38095451 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202306763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/04/2024]
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All-solid-state batteries employing sulfide solid electrolyte and Li metal anode are promising because of their high safety and energy densities. However, the interface between Li metal and sulfides suffers from catastrophic instability which stems the practical use. Here, a dynamically stable sulfide electrolyte architecture to construct the hierarchy of interface stability is reported. By rationally designing the multilayer structures of sulfide electrolytes, the dynamic decomposing-alloying process from MS4 (M = Ge or Sn) unit in sulfide interlayer can significantly prohibit Li dendrite penetration is revealed. The abundance of highly electronic insulating decompositions, such as Li2S, at the sulfide interlayer interface helps to well constrain the dynamic decomposition process and preserve the long-term polarization stability is also highlighted. By using Li6PS5Cl||Li10SnP2S12||Li6PS5Cl electrolyte architecture, Li metal anode shows an unprecedented critical current density over 3 mA cm-2 and achieves the steady over-potential for ≈900 hours. Based upon the merits, the Li||LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 battery delivers a remarkable 75.3% retention even after 600 cycles at 1 C (1C-0.95 mA cm-2) under a low stack pressure of 15 MPa.
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- Xinyang Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Pharmaceutical Engineering, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Engineering Manufacture Technology, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Engineering Manufacture Technology, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Pharmaceutical Engineering, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Pharmaceutical Engineering, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Pharmaceutical Engineering, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Pharmaceutical Engineering, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Pharmaceutical Engineering, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Engineering Manufacture Technology, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Pharmaceutical Engineering, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, China
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- Innovation Research Institute of Technology Center, Zhejiang Xinan Chemical Industrial Group Co.,ltd., Hangzhou, 311600, China
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- Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Engineering Manufacture Technology, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Institute of Pharmaceutical Engineering, College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310027, China
- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 311215, China
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Gicha BB, Tufa LT, Nwaji N, Hu X, Lee J. Advances in All-Solid-State Lithium-Sulfur Batteries for Commercialization. NANO-MICRO LETTERS 2024; 16:172. [PMID: 38619762 PMCID: PMC11018734 DOI: 10.1007/s40820-024-01385-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 02/24/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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Solid-state batteries are commonly acknowledged as the forthcoming evolution in energy storage technologies. Recent development progress for these rechargeable batteries has notably accelerated their trajectory toward achieving commercial feasibility. In particular, all-solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries (ASSLSBs) that rely on lithium-sulfur reversible redox processes exhibit immense potential as an energy storage system, surpassing conventional lithium-ion batteries. This can be attributed predominantly to their exceptional energy density, extended operational lifespan, and heightened safety attributes. Despite these advantages, the adoption of ASSLSBs in the commercial sector has been sluggish. To expedite research and development in this particular area, this article provides a thorough review of the current state of ASSLSBs. We delve into an in-depth analysis of the rationale behind transitioning to ASSLSBs, explore the fundamental scientific principles involved, and provide a comprehensive evaluation of the main challenges faced by ASSLSBs. We suggest that future research in this field should prioritize plummeting the presence of inactive substances, adopting electrodes with optimum performance, minimizing interfacial resistance, and designing a scalable fabrication approach to facilitate the commercialization of ASSLSBs.
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- Birhanu Bayissa Gicha
- Research Institute of Materials Chemistry, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, 34134, Republic of Korea
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- Research Institute of Materials Chemistry, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, 34134, Republic of Korea
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- Institute of Fundamental Technological Research, Polish Academy of Sciences, 02-106, Warsaw, Poland
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, 200444, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Chemistry, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, 34134, Republic of Korea.
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Cheng B, Zheng Z, Yin X. Recent Progress on the Air-Stable Battery Materials for Solid-State Lithium Metal Batteries. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2307726. [PMID: 38072644 PMCID: PMC10853717 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202307726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2023] [Revised: 12/02/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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Solid-state lithium metal batteries (SSLMBs) offer numerous advantages in terms of safety and theoretical specific energy density. However, their main components namely lithium metal anode, solid-state electrolyte, and cathode, show chemical instability when exposed to humid air, which results in low capacities and poor cycling stability. Recent studies have shown that bioinspired hydrophobic materials with low specific surface energies can protect battery components from corrosion caused by humid air. Air-stable inorganic materials that densely cover the surface of battery components can also provide protection, which improves the storage stability of the battery components, broadens their processing conditions, and ultimately decreases their processing costs while enhancing their safety. In this review, the mechanism behind the surface structural degradation of battery components and the resulting consequences are discussed. Subsequently, recent strategies are reviewed to address this issue from the perspectives of lithium metal anodes, solid-state electrolytes, and cathodes. Finally, a brief conclusion is provided on the current strategies and fabrication suggestions for future safe air-stable SSLMBs.
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- Bingbing Cheng
- College of Materials Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of New Textile Materials & Advanced Processing TechnologyWuhan Textile UniversityWuhan430073China
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- Ministry of Education Key Laboratory for the Green Preparation and Application of Functional Materials, Hubei Key Laboratory of Polymer MaterialsHubei UniversityWuhan430062China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of New Textile Materials & Advanced Processing TechnologyWuhan Textile UniversityWuhan430073China
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Diallo MS, Shi T, Zhang Y, Peng X, Shozib I, Wang Y, Miara LJ, Scott MC, Tu QH, Ceder G. Effect of solid-electrolyte pellet density on failure of solid-state batteries. Nat Commun 2024; 15:858. [PMID: 38286996 PMCID: PMC10825224 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-45030-7] [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: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 01/31/2024] Open
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Despite the potentially higher energy density and improved safety of solid-state batteries (SSBs) relative to Li-ion batteries, failure due to Li-filament penetration of the solid electrolyte and subsequent short circuit remains a critical issue. Herein, we show that Li-filament growth is suppressed in solid-electrolyte pellets with a relative density beyond ~95%. Below this threshold value, however, the battery shorts more easily as the density increases due to faster Li-filament growth within the percolating pores in the pellet. The microstructural properties (e.g., pore size, connectivity, porosity, and tortuosity) of [Formula: see text] with various relative densities are quantified using focused ion beam-scanning electron microscopy tomography and permeability tests. Furthermore, modeling results provide details on the Li-filament growth inside pores ranging from 0.2 to 2 μm in size. Our findings improve the understanding of the failure modes of SSBs and provide guidelines for the design of dendrite-free SSBs.
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- Mouhamad S Diallo
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, CA, 94720, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, CA, 94720, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, CA, 94720, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, CA, 94720, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, 14623, USA
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- Advanced Materials Lab, Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology-America, Samsung Semiconductor Inc., Cambridge, MA, 02138, USA
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- Advanced Materials Lab, Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology-America, Samsung Semiconductor Inc., Cambridge, MA, 02138, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, CA, 94720, USA
- National Center for Electron Microscopy, Molecular Foundry, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA, 94720, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, 14623, USA.
- Materials Sciences Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Berkeley, CA, 94720, USA.
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, CA, 94720, USA.
- Materials Sciences Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Berkeley, CA, 94720, USA.
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Liang H, Hui S, Chen G, Shen H, Yun J, Zhang L, Lu W, Wu H. Discovery of Deactivation Phenomenon in NiCo 2 S 4 /NiS 2 Electromagnetic Wave Absorbent and Its Reactivation Mechanism. SMALL METHODS 2024:e2301600. [PMID: 38185797 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202301600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2023] [Revised: 12/28/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024]
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Over the past century, extensive research has been carried out on various types of microwave absorption (MA) materials, primarily emphasizing mechanism, performance, and even toward smart device. However, the deactivation, a crucial concern for practical applications, has long been long-neglected. In this work, an in-depth exploration of the deactivation mechanism reveals a significant competition between metal and oxygen, leading to the replacement of the S-M (M = Ni and Co) bond by a new S─O bond on the surface of absorber. This substitution initiates a series of collapse effect that introduces additional defective sites and diminishes the potential for charge transport. Subsequently, passive and active anti-deactivation strategies are developed to target the deactivation. The passive strategy involved intentionally creating electron-deficient structures at the initial Ni and Co sites in the crystal through the Fe doping engineering, with the objective of preventing the generation of S─O bonds. Furthermore, the active anti-deactivation strategy allows for the precise control of absorber deactivation and reactivation by employing accelerated thermodynamic and kinetic methods, enabling a reversible transformation of S-M through competitive reactions with S─O bonds. Finally, a fast deactivation and reactivation method is first proposed promising to stimulate further innovations and breakthroughs in practical applications.
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- Hongsheng Liang
- MOE Key Laboratory of Material Physics and Chemistry under Extraordinary, School of Physical Science and Technology, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, P. R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Material Physics and Chemistry under Extraordinary, School of Physical Science and Technology, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, P. R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Material Physics and Chemistry under Extraordinary, School of Physical Science and Technology, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, P. R. China
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- Department of Applied Physics, School of Science, Chang'an University, Xi'an, 710064, P. R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Material Physics and Chemistry under Extraordinary, School of Physical Science and Technology, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, P. R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Material Physics and Chemistry under Extraordinary, School of Physical Science and Technology, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, P. R. China
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- Shanghai Key Lab. of D&A for Metal-Functional Materials, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, 201804, P. R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Material Physics and Chemistry under Extraordinary, School of Physical Science and Technology, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, P. R. China
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Qi B, Hong X, Jiang Y, Shi J, Zhang M, Yan W, Lai C. A Review on Engineering Design for Enhancing Interfacial Contact in Solid-State Lithium-Sulfur Batteries. NANO-MICRO LETTERS 2024; 16:71. [PMID: 38175423 PMCID: PMC10767021 DOI: 10.1007/s40820-023-01306-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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The utilization of solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) presents a promising solution to the issues of safety concern and shuttle effect in Li-S batteries, which has garnered significant interest recently. However, the high interfacial impedances existing between the SSEs and the electrodes (both lithium anodes and sulfur cathodes) hinder the charge transfer and intensify the uneven deposition of lithium, which ultimately result in insufficient capacity utilization and poor cycling stability. Hence, the reduction of interfacial resistance between SSEs and electrodes is of paramount importance in the pursuit of efficacious solid-state batteries. In this review, we focus on the experimental strategies employed to enhance the interfacial contact between SSEs and electrodes, and summarize recent progresses of their applications in solid-state Li-S batteries. Moreover, the challenges and perspectives of rational interfacial design in practical solid-state Li-S batteries are outlined as well. We expect that this review will provide new insights into the further technique development and practical applications of solid-state lithium batteries.
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- Bingxin Qi
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, Xuzhou, 221116, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, Xuzhou, 221116, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, Xuzhou, 221116, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, Xuzhou, 221116, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, Xuzhou, 221116, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, Xuzhou, 221116, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, Xuzhou, 221116, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.
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Orue Mendizabal A, Cheddadi M, Tron A, Beutl A, López-Aranguren P. Understanding Interfaces at the Positive and Negative Electrodes on Sulfide-Based Solid-State Batteries. ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS 2023; 6:11030-11042. [PMID: 38020742 PMCID: PMC10646897 DOI: 10.1021/acsaem.3c01894] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Revised: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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Despite the high ionic conductivity and attractive mechanical properties of sulfide-based solid-state batteries, this chemistry still faces key challenges to encompass fast rate and long cycling performance, mainly arising from dynamic and complex solid-solid interfaces. This work provides a comprehensive assessment of the cell performance-determining factors ascribed to the multiple sources of impedance from the individual processes taking place at the composite cathode with high-voltage LiNi0.6Mn0.2Co0.2O2, the sulfide argyrodite Li6PS5Cl separator, and the Li metal anode. From a multiconfigurational approach and an advanced deconvolution of electrochemical impedance signals into distribution of relaxation times, we disentangle intricate underlying interfacial processes taking place at the battery components that play a major role on the overall performance. For the Li metal solid-state batteries, the cycling performance is highly sensitive to the chemomechanical properties of the cathode active material, formation of the SEI, and processes ascribed to Li diffusion in the cathode composite and in the space-charge layer. The outcomes of this work aim to facilitate the design of sulfide solid-state batteries and provide methodological inputs for battery aging assessment.
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- Ander Orue Mendizabal
- Center
for Cooperative Research on Alternative Energies (CIC energiGUNE), Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), Parque
Tecnológico de Álava, Albert Einstein, 48, 01510 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
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- Center
for Cooperative Research on Alternative Energies (CIC energiGUNE), Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), Parque
Tecnológico de Álava, Albert Einstein, 48, 01510 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
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- Battery
Technologies, Center for Low-Emission Transport, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH, Giefinggasse 2, 1210 Vienna, Austria
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- Battery
Technologies, Center for Low-Emission Transport, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH, Giefinggasse 2, 1210 Vienna, Austria
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- Center
for Cooperative Research on Alternative Energies (CIC energiGUNE), Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), Parque
Tecnológico de Álava, Albert Einstein, 48, 01510 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
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Roh J, Do N, Manjón-Sanz A, Hong ST. Li 2GeS 3: Lithium Ionic Conductor with an Unprecedented Structural Type. Inorg Chem 2023; 62:15856-15863. [PMID: 37735763 DOI: 10.1021/acs.inorgchem.3c01431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/23/2023]
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Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are widely used in electric vehicles, mobile electronic devices, and large-scale stationary energy storage systems. However, their liquid electrolytes present significant safety concerns due to their inherent flammability. To address this, the focus has shifted toward all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) utilizing inorganic solid electrolytes that promise enhanced safety. In this work, we report the discovery of a new crystal structural type of Li-ion conductor, Li2GeS3, with a unique structure, synthesized by a solid-state reaction from Li2S and GeS2. It was first reported in 2000 with an orthorhombic unit cell, but its detailed crystal structure remains veiled. We have unveiled its structure for the first time, employing an ab initio structure determination technique from powder X-ray and time-of-flight neutron diffraction data. The compound has an unprecedented crystal structural type with a hexagonal P61 symmetry and a unit cell of a = 6.79364(4) Å and c = 17.90724(14) Å. Its structure is comprised of a distorted hexagonal close-packed arrangement of sulfur anions with three asymmetric metal atoms: Li1, Li2, and Ge are in tetrahedral cavities surrounded by sulfur atoms. The ionic conductivity of Li2GeS3 was measured to be 1.63 × 10-8 S cm-1 at 303 K and 2.45 × 10-7 S cm-1 at 383 K. Bond valence energy landscape calculations revealed three-dimensional lithium diffusion pathways within the structure. This novel crystal structure in Li2GeS3 holds the potential for developing high-performance ionic conductors through suitable chemical substitution and offers valuable insights into designing new ionic conductors for ASSBs.
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- Jihun Roh
- Department of Energy Science and Engineering, DGIST (Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology), Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy Science and Engineering, DGIST (Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology), Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Neutron Scattering Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, Tennessee 37831, United States
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- Department of Energy Science and Engineering, DGIST (Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology), Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea
- Energy Science and Engineering Research Center, DGIST, Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea
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Kim J, Lee W, Seok J, Kim M, Park S, Lee H, Kim YJ, Yoon WS. Critical Factors to Understanding the Electrochemical Performance of All-Solid-State Batteries: Solid Interfaces and Non-Zero Lattice Strain. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2304269. [PMID: 37317038 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202304269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2023] [Revised: 06/01/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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All-solid-state lithium batteries have been developed to secure safety by substituting a flammable liquid electrolyte with a non-flammable solid electrolyte. However, owing to the nature of solids, interfacial issues between cathode materials and solid electrolytes, including chemical incompatibility, electrochemo-mechanical behavior, and physical contact, pose significant challenges for commercialization. Herein, critical factors for understanding the performance of all-solid-state batteries in terms of solid interfaces and non-zero lattice strains are identified through a strategic approach. The initial battery capacity can be increased via surface coating and electrode-fabrication methods; however, the increased lattice strain causes significant stress to the solid interface, which degrades the battery cycle life. However, this seesaw effect can be alleviated using a more compacted electrode microstructure between the solid electrolyte and oxide cathode materials. The compact solid interfaces contribute to low charge-transfer resistance and a homogeneous reaction between particles, thereby leading to improved electrochemical performance. These findings demonstrate, for the first time, a correlation between the uniformity of the electrode microstructure and electrochemical performance through the investigation of the reaction homogeneity among particles. Additionally, this study furthers the understanding of the relationship between electrochemical performance, non-zero lattice strain, and solid interfaces.
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- Jaeyoung Kim
- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- SKKU Advanced Institute of Nanotechnology (SAINT), Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
- SKKU Institute of Energy Science and Technology (SIEST), Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy Science, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
- SKKU Institute of Energy Science and Technology (SIEST), Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, 16419, Republic of Korea
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Bae J, Zhu Z, Yan J, Kim DM, Ko Y, Jain A, Helms BA. Closed-loop cathode recycling in solid-state batteries enabled by supramolecular electrolytes. SCIENCE ADVANCES 2023; 9:eadh9020. [PMID: 37566660 PMCID: PMC10421023 DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.adh9020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023]
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Deconstructing solid-state batteries (SSBs) to physically separated cathode and solid-electrolyte particles remains intensive, as does the remanufacturing of cathodes and separators from the recovered materials. To address this challenge, we designed supramolecular organo-ionic (ORION) electrolytes that are viscoelastic solids at battery operating temperatures (-40° to 45°C) yet are viscoelastic liquids above 100°C, which enables both the fabrication of high-quality SSBs and the recycling of their cathodes at end of life. SSBs implementing ORION electrolytes alongside Li metal anodes and either LFP or NMC cathodes were operated for hundreds of cycles at 45°C with less than 20% capacity fade. Using a low-temperature solvent process, we isolated the cathode from the electrolyte and demonstrated that refurbished cells recover 90% of their initial capacity and sustain it for an additional 100 cycles with 84% capacity retention in their second life.
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- Jiwoong Bae
- The Molecular Foundry, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
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- Energy Storage and Distributed Resources Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
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- Materials Sciences Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
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- The Molecular Foundry, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
- Joint Center for Energy Storage Research, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
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- The Molecular Foundry, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
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- Energy Storage and Distributed Resources Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
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- The Molecular Foundry, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
- Materials Sciences Division, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA 94720, USA
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Lee N, Lee J, Lee T, Oh J, Hwang I, Seo G, Kim H, Choi JW. Rationally Designed Solution-Processible Conductive Carbon Additive Coating for Sulfide-based All-Solid-State Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:34931-34940. [PMID: 37458421 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c05713] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/28/2023]
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Sulfide-based all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) have emerged as promising candidates for next-generation energy storage systems owing to their superior safety and energy density. A conductive agent is necessarily added in the cathode composite of ASSBs to facilitate electron transport therein, but it causes the decomposition of the solid electrolyte and ultimately the shortening of lifetime. To resolve this dilemmatic situation, herein, we report a rationally designed solution-processible coating of zinc oxide (ZnO) onto vapor-grown carbon fiber as a conductive agent to reduce the contact between the carbon additive and the solid electrolyte and still maintain electron pathways to the active material. ASSBs with the carbon additive with an optimal coating of ZnO have markedly improved cycling performance and rate capability compared to those with the bare conductive agent, which can be attributed to hindering the decomposition of the solid electrolytes. The results highlight the usefulness of controlling the interparticle contacts in the composite cathodes in addressing the challenging interfacial degradation of sulfide-based ASSBs and improving their key electrochemical properties.
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- Nohjoon Lee
- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul 08826, Republic of Korea
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Wang C, Kim JT, Wang C, Sun X. Progress and Prospects of Inorganic Solid-State Electrolyte-Based All-Solid-State Pouch Cells. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2023; 35:e2209074. [PMID: 36398496 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202209074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2022] [Revised: 11/13/2022] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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All-solid-state batteries have piqued global research interest because of their unprecedented safety and high energy density. Significant advances have been made in achieving high room-temperature ionic conductivity and good air stability of solid-state electrolytes (SSEs), mitigating the challenges at the electrode-electrolyte interface, and developing feasible manufacturing processes. Along with the advances in fundamental study, all-solid-state pouch cells using inorganic SSEs have been widely demonstrated, revealing their immense potential for industrialization. This review provides an overview of inorganic all-solid-state pouch cells, focusing on ultrathin SSE membranes, sheet-type thick solid-state electrodes, and bipolar stacking. Moreover, several critical parameters directly influencing the energy density of all-solid-state Li-ion and lithium-sulfur pouch cells are outlined. Finally, perspectives on all-solid-state pouch cells are provided and specific metrics to meet certain energy density targets are specified. This review looks to facilitate the development of inorganic all-solid-state pouch cells with high energy density and excellent safety.
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- Changhong Wang
- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond St., London, Ontario, N6A 3K7, Canada
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, 20740, USA
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- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond St., London, Ontario, N6A 3K7, Canada
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, 20740, USA
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- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond St., London, Ontario, N6A 3K7, Canada
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Gamo H, Kusaba I, Hikima K, Matsuda A. Rapid Solution Synthesis of Argyrodite-Type Li 6PS 5X (X = Cl, Br, and I) Solid Electrolytes Using Excess Sulfur. Inorg Chem 2023; 62:6076-6083. [PMID: 37002867 DOI: 10.1021/acs.inorgchem.3c00053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/04/2023]
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All-solid-state lithium-ion batteries (ASSLBs) have the potential to be the next-generation energy storage systems because of their high safety features. However, one of the major challenges to the commercialization of ASSLBs is the development of well-established large-scale manufacturing techniques for solid electrolytes (SEs). Herein, we synthesize Li6PS5X (X = Cl, Br, and I) SEs in a total of 4 h by a rapid solution synthesis method using excess elemental sulfur as a solubilizer and reasonable organic solvents. In the system, trisulfur radical anions stabilized by a highly polar solvent increase the solubility and reactivity of the precursor. Raman and UV-vis spectroscopies reveal the solvation behavior of halide ions in the precursor. This result demonstrates that the solvation structure modified by the halide ions determines the chemical stability, solubility, and reactivity of chemical species in the precursor. The prepared Li6PS5X (X = Cl, Br, and I) SEs show ionic conductivities of 2.1 × 10-3, 1.0 × 10-3, and 3.8 × 10-6 S cm-1 at 30 °C, respectively. Our study provides a rapid synthesis of argyrodite-type SEs with high ionic conductivity.
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- Hirotada Gamo
- Department of Electrical and Electronic Information Engineering, Toyohashi University of Technology, 1-1 Hibarigaoka, Tempaku-cho, Toyohashi, Aichi 441-8580, Japan
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Information Engineering, Toyohashi University of Technology, 1-1 Hibarigaoka, Tempaku-cho, Toyohashi, Aichi 441-8580, Japan
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Information Engineering, Toyohashi University of Technology, 1-1 Hibarigaoka, Tempaku-cho, Toyohashi, Aichi 441-8580, Japan
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- Department of Electrical and Electronic Information Engineering, Toyohashi University of Technology, 1-1 Hibarigaoka, Tempaku-cho, Toyohashi, Aichi 441-8580, Japan
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Yang X, Gao X, Jiang M, Luo J, Yan J, Fu J, Duan H, Zhao S, Tang Y, Yang R, Li R, Wang J, Huang H, Veer Singh C, Sun X. Grain Boundary Electronic Insulation for High-Performance All-Solid-State Lithium Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202215680. [PMID: 36446742 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202215680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2022] [Revised: 11/28/2022] [Accepted: 11/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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Sulfide electrolytes with high ionic conductivities are one of the most highly sought for all-solid-state lithium batteries (ASSLBs). However, the non-negligible electronic conductivities of sulfide electrolytes (≈10-8 S cm-1 ) lead to electron smooth transport through the sulfide electrolyte pellets, resulting in Li dendrite directly depositing at the grain boundaries (GBs) and serious self-discharge. Here, a grain-boundary electronic insulation (GBEI) strategy is proposed to block electron transport across the GBs, enabling Li-Li symmetric cells with 30 times longer cycling life and Li-LiCoO2 full cells with three times lower self-discharging rate than pristine sulfide electrolytes. The Li-LiCoO2 ASSLBs deliver high capacity retention of 80 % at 650 cycles and stable cycling performance for over 2600 cycles at 0.5 mA cm-2 . The innovation of the GBEI strategy provides a new direction to pursue high-performance ASSLBs via tailoring the electronic conductivity.
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- Xiaofei Yang
- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B9, Canada
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- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B9, Canada.,Liaoning Key Laboratory of Lignocellulose Chemistry and BioMaterials, College of Light Industry and Chemical Engineering, Dalian Polytechnic University, Dalian, 116034, China
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- Institute of Physical Science and Information Technology, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B9, Canada
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B9, Canada
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- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B9, Canada
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- China Automotive Battery Research Institute, Beijing, 100088, China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao, 066004, China
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- China Automotive Battery Research Institute, Beijing, 100088, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B9, Canada
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- China Automotive Battery Research Institute, Beijing, 100088, China
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- Glabat Solid-State Battery Inc., 700 Collip Circle, London, ON, N6G 4X8, Canada
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3E4, Canada
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- Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B9, Canada
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Kim S, Chart YA, Narayanan S, Pasta M. Thin Solid Electrolyte Separators for Solid-State Lithium-Sulfur Batteries. NANO LETTERS 2022; 22:10176-10183. [PMID: 36524871 PMCID: PMC9801416 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.2c04216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2022] [Revised: 12/09/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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The lithium-sulfur battery is one of the most promising "beyond Li-ion" battery chemistries owing to its superior gravimetric energy density and low cost. Nonetheless, its commercialization has been hindered by its low cycle life due to the polysulfide shuttle and nonuniform Li-metal plating and stripping. Thin and dense solid electrolyte separators could address these issues without compromising on energy density. Here, we introduce a novel argyrodite (Li6PS5Cl)-carboxylated nitrile butadiene rubber (XNBR) composite thin solid electrolyte separator (TSE) (<50 μm) processed by a scalable calendering technique and compatible with Li-metal. When integrated in a full cell with a commercial tape-cast sulfur cathode (3.54 mgS cm-2) in the presence of an in situ polymerized lithium bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide-polydioxolane catholyte and a 100 μm Li-metal foil anode, we demonstrate stable cycling for 50 cycles under realistic operating conditions (stack pressure of <1 MPa and 30 °C).
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- Soochan Kim
- Department
of Materials, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PH, United Kingdom
- The
Faraday Institution, Quad One, Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Didcot OX11 0RA, United
Kingdom
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- Department
of Materials, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PH, United Kingdom
- The
Faraday Institution, Quad One, Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Didcot OX11 0RA, United
Kingdom
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- Department
of Materials, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PH, United Kingdom
- The
Faraday Institution, Quad One, Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Didcot OX11 0RA, United
Kingdom
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- Department
of Materials, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3PH, United Kingdom
- The
Faraday Institution, Quad One, Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Didcot OX11 0RA, United
Kingdom
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Holmes SE, Liu F, Zhang W, Sayavong P, Oyakhire ST, Cui Y. Investigating the Cyclability and Stability at the Interfaces of Composite Solid Electrolytes in Li Metal Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:53736-53743. [PMID: 36416366 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c14677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Despite the fact that much work has been dedicated to finding the ideal additive for composite solid electrolytes (CSEs) for lithium-based solid-state batteries, little is known about the properties of a CSE that enable stable cycling with a lithium metal anode. In this work, we use three CSEs based on lithium nitride (Li3N), a fast lithium-ion conductor, and lithium hydroxide (LiOH) to investigate the properties and interfacial interactions that impact the cyclability of CSEs. We present a method for stabilizing Li3N with a shell of LiOH, and we incorporate Li3N, core-shell particles, and LiOH into CSEs using polyethylene oxide (PEO) and lithium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide. Through improved interfacial chemistry, CSEs with core-shell particles have superior electrochemical cycling performance compared to those with unprotected Li3N in symmetric Li-Li cells. This CSE features a high ionic conductivity of 0.66 mS cm-1 at 60 °C, a high critical current density of 1.2 mA cm-2, and a wide voltage window of 0-5.1 V. Full cells with the core-shell CSE and lithium iron phosphate cathodes exhibit stable cycling and high reversible specific capacities in cells as high as 2.5 mAh cm-2. We report that the improved ionic conductivity and amorphous PEO content have a limited effect on the solid-state electrolyte performance, while improving the electrolyte-Li metal anode interface is key to cycling longevity.
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- Sarah E Holmes
- Department of Chemistry, Stanford University, Stanford, California94305, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, Wisconsin53706, United States
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, California94305, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, California94305, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Stanford University, Stanford, California94305, United States
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, California94305, United States
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, Wisconsin53706, United States
- Stanford Institute for Materials and Energy Sciences, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, Menlo Park, California94025, United States
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Liu T, Zhang L, Li J, Li Y, Lai K, Zhang S, Zhao G, Liu D, Xi Z, Liu C, Ci L. Sulfide solid electrolyte thin film with high ionic conductive from slurry-casting strategy for All-Solid-State Lithium batteries. J Electroanal Chem (Lausanne) 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jelechem.2022.117032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022]
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Lee J, Choi SH, Im G, Lee KJ, Lee T, Oh J, Lee N, Kim H, Kim Y, Lee S, Choi JW. Room-Temperature Anode-Less All-Solid-State Batteries via the Conversion Reaction of Metal Fluorides. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2022; 34:e2203580. [PMID: 35953451 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202203580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2022] [Revised: 07/31/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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All-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) that employ anode-less electrodes have drawn attention from across the battery community because they offer competitive energy densities and a markedly improved cycle life. Nevertheless, the composite matrices of anode-less electrodes impose a substantial barrier for lithium-ion diffusion and inhibit operation at room temperature. To overcome this drawback, here, the conversion reaction of metal fluorides is exploited because metallic nanodomains formed during this reaction induce an alloying reaction with lithium ions for uniform and sustainable lithium (de)plating. Lithium fluoride (LiF), another product of the conversion reaction, prevents the agglomeration of the metallic nanodomains and also protects the electrode from fatal lithium dendrite growth. A systematic analysis identifies silver (I) fluoride (AgF) as the most suitable metal fluoride because the silver nanodomains can accommodate the solid-solution mechanism with a low nucleation overpotential. AgF-based full cells attain reliable cycling at 25 °C even with an exceptionally high areal capacity of 9.7 mAh cm-2 (areal loading of LiNi0.8 Co0.1 Mn0.1 O2 = 50 mg cm-2 ). These results offer useful insights into designing materials for anode-less electrodes for sulfide-based ASSBs.
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- Jieun Lee
- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- Advanced Battery Development Team, Hyundai Motor Company, 150, Hyundaiyeonguso-ro, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 18280, Republic of Korea
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- Advanced Battery Development Team, Hyundai Motor Company, 150, Hyundaiyeonguso-ro, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 18280, Republic of Korea
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- Advanced Battery Development Team, Hyundai Motor Company, 150, Hyundaiyeonguso-ro, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 18280, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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- Advanced Battery Development Team, Hyundai Motor Company, 150, Hyundaiyeonguso-ro, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 18280, Republic of Korea
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- Advanced Battery Development Team, Hyundai Motor Company, 150, Hyundaiyeonguso-ro, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 18280, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical and Biological Engineering and Institute of Chemical Processes, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Seoul National University, 1 Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 08826, Republic of Korea
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Liu H, Liang Y, Wang C, Li D, Yan X, Nan CW, Fan LZ. Priority and Prospect of Sulfide-Based Solid-Electrolyte Membrane. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2022:e2206013. [PMID: 35984755 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202206013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2022] [Revised: 08/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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All-solid-state lithium batteries (ASSLBs) employing sulfide solid electrolytes (SEs) promise sustainable energy storage systems with energy-dense integration and critical intrinsic safety, yet they still require cost-effective manufacturing and the integration of thin membrane-based SE separators into large-format cells to achieve scalable deployment. This review, based on an overview of sulfide SE materials, is expounded on why implementing a thin membrane-based separator is the priority for mass production of ASSLBs and critical criteria for capturing a high-quality thin sulfide SE membrane are identified. Moreover, from the aspects of material availability, membrane processing, and cell integration, the major challenges and associated strategies are described to meet these criteria throughout the whole manufacturing chain to provide a realistic assessment of the current status of sulfide SE membranes. Finally, future directions and prospects for scalable and manufacturable sulfide SE membranes for ASSLBs are presented.
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- Hong Liu
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Materials Genome Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory for Advanced Energy Materials and Technologies, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Materials Genome Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory for Advanced Energy Materials and Technologies, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Materials Genome Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory for Advanced Energy Materials and Technologies, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Materials Genome Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory for Advanced Energy Materials and Technologies, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, 100083, China
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- The Beijing Municipal Key Laboratory of New Energy Materials and Technologies, School of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, 100083, China
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- State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Materials Genome Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory for Advanced Energy Materials and Technologies, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing, 100083, China
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Sliz R, Molaiyan P, Fabritius T, Lassi U. Printed electronics to accelerate solid-state battery development. NANO EXPRESS 2022. [DOI: 10.1088/2632-959x/ac5d8e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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The transition from conventional liquid electrolyte Li-ion batteries towards solid-state systems requires a paradigm shift on how these batteries are fabricated and how the R&D process can be augmented in order to fulfil the ever-increasing demand for reliable and high-performance energy storage systems. This work briefly looks over the main aspects of printed electronics and its potential to accelerate the development of solid-state batteries. It emphasizes the main challenges related to the fabrication of solid-state batteries and how printed electronics can address them in a timely and affordable manner. Importantly, the proposed printed electronics methods and solutions highlight the ability for immediate upscaling to mass production as well as downscaling for rapid prototyping and custom designing.
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