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Deng X, Chen J, Jia X, Da X, Zhao Y, Gao Y, Gao Y, Kong X, Ding S, Gao G. Highly Tough Slide-Crosslinked Gel Polymer Electrolyte for Stable Lithium Metal Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202410818. [PMID: 39018162 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202410818] [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: 06/08/2024] [Accepted: 07/14/2024] [Indexed: 07/19/2024]
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Gel polymer electrolytes (GPEs) hold great promise for the practical application of lithium metal batteries. However, conventional GPEs hardly resists lithium dendrites growth and maintains long-term cycling stability of the battery due to its poor mechanical performance. Inspired by the slide-ring structure of polyrotaxanes (PRs), herein we developed a dynamic slide-crosslinked gel polymer electrolyte (SCGPE) with extraordinary stretchability of 970.93 % and mechanical strength of 1.15 MPa, which is helpful to buffer the volume change of electrodes and maintain mechanical integrity of the battery structure during cycling. Notably, the PRs structures can provide fast ion transport channels to obtain high ionic conductivity of 1.73×10-3 S cm-1 at 30 °C. Additionally, the strong polar groups in SCGPE restrict the free movement of anions to achieve high lithium-ion transference number of 0.71, which is favorable to enhance Li+ transport dynamics and induce uniform Li+ deposition. Benefiting from these features, the constructed Li|SCGPE-3|LFP cells exhibit ultra-long and stable cycle life over 1000 cycles and high-capacity retention (89.6 % after 1000 cycles). Even at a high rate of 16 C, the cells deliver a high capacity of 79.2 mAh g-1. The slide-crosslinking strategy in this work provides a new perspective on the design of advanced GPEs for LMBs.
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- Xuetian Deng
- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices, Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices, Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National, University of Singapore, 21 Lower Kent Ridge Road, Singapore, 119077
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices, Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices, Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices, Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- The School of Aerospace Science and Technology, Xidian University, Xi'an, 710126, China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices, Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- Hunan Desay Battery Co. LTD, Changsha, 410203, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices, Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Devices, Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an, 710049, P. R. China
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Dey AK, Selvasundarasekar SS, Kundu S, Mandal AK, Das A, Pramanik SK. 2D organic nanosheets of self-assembled guanidinium derivative for efficient single sodium-ion conduction: rationalizing morphology editing and ion conduction. Chem Sci 2024:d4sc03113j. [PMID: 39309103 PMCID: PMC11409856 DOI: 10.1039/d4sc03113j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2024] [Accepted: 09/05/2024] [Indexed: 09/25/2024] Open
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The resurgence of interest in sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) is largely driven by their natural abundance and favourable cost, apart from their comparable electrochemical performance when compared with lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). The uneven geographic distribution of the raw materials required for LIBs has also contributed to this. The solid-state electrolyte (SSE) is typically one of the vital components for energy storage in SIBs and for achieving high electrochemical performances. SSEs are preferred over liquid electrolytes primarily due to their enhanced safety and stability, apart from the option of achieving higher energy density. A single sodium-ion selective conductor minimises dendrite formation and cell polarisation, among many other benefits over binary ionic conductors in battery operation. Here, we demonstrate the first example of a sulfonated supramolecular organic two-dimensional (2D) nanosheet as a novel class of single sodium-ion conductors prepared from the self-assembly of a functionalised guanidinium ion (AD-1). Solvent-assisted exfoliation of the bulk powder in water yielded nanosheet morphology, whereas nanotube morphology was achieved in isopropanol (IPA). In contrast, self-assembly with systematic water/IPA solvent ratio variations produced marigold, sunflower, and nanorod morphologies. Thermodynamic parameters, crystallinity, elemental composition, and varying natures of hydrogen bonding in five distinct morphologies were determined using microscopic and spectroscopic studies. The single Na+ conducting properties of each morphology are correlated in terms of morphology, crystallinity, and the solvent used to achieve that specific morphology. Importantly, with high crystallinity and directional ion channels, 2D nanosheet morphology exhibits the highest single Na+-ion conductivity of 3.72 × 10-4 S cm-1 with an activation energy of 0.28 eV, showing a moderately high Na+-ion transference number of 0.83 at room temperature without incorporating any additional sodium salts and organic solvents. This report is believed to be the first to show the significance of nanostructure morphologies in achieving high single-Na+-ion transport.
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- Anik Kumar Dey
- Analytical and Environmental Science Division and Centralized Instrument Facility, CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute Bhavnagar Gujarat 364002 India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), CSIR-Human Resource Development Centre, (CSIR-HRDC) Campus Sector 19, Kamla Nehru Nagar Ghaziabad Uttar Pradesh 201 002 India
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- Electrochemical Process Engineering (EPE) Division, CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI) Karaikudi Tamil Nadu 630003 India
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- Electrochemical Process Engineering (EPE) Division, CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI) Karaikudi Tamil Nadu 630003 India
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- Analytical and Environmental Science Division and Centralized Instrument Facility, CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute Bhavnagar Gujarat 364002 India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), CSIR-Human Resource Development Centre, (CSIR-HRDC) Campus Sector 19, Kamla Nehru Nagar Ghaziabad Uttar Pradesh 201 002 India
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata Mohanpur 741 246 West Bengal India
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- Analytical and Environmental Science Division and Centralized Instrument Facility, CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute Bhavnagar Gujarat 364002 India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), CSIR-Human Resource Development Centre, (CSIR-HRDC) Campus Sector 19, Kamla Nehru Nagar Ghaziabad Uttar Pradesh 201 002 India
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Gao C, Kang J, Zhang Y, He C, Shi C, Chen B, Ma L, Liu E, Sha J, Zhou F, Zhao N. Advances in anode current collectors with a lithiophilic gradient for lithium metal batteries. Chem Commun (Camb) 2024; 60:9130-9148. [PMID: 39086195 DOI: 10.1039/d4cc02324b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/02/2024]
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The practical application of lithium metal batteries (LMBs) is inevitably associated with serious safety risks due to the uncontrolled growth of lithium dendrites. Thus, to inhibit the formation of lithium dendrites, many researchers have focused on constructing three-dimensional porous current collectors with a high specific surface area. However, the homogeneous structure of porous collectors does not effectively guide the deposition of lithium metal to the bottom, leading to a phenomenon known as "top-growth." Recently, the construction of 3D porous current collectors with a lithiophilic gradient has been widely reported and regarded as an effective approach to inhibit lithium top-growth, thus improving battery safety. In this review, we summarize the latest research progress on such anode current collector design strategies, including surface modification of different base materials, design of gradient structures, and field factors, emphasizing their lithium-affinity mechanism and the advantages and disadvantages of different collector designs. Finally, we provide a perspective on the future research directions and applications of gradient affinity current collectors.
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- Chenglin Gao
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Industry-Education Platform of Energy Storage, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Industry-Education Platform of Energy Storage, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, National Industry-Education Platform of Energy Storage, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tianjin NanKai Hospital, Tianjin, 300100, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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Gao Q, Zhao J, Xiao H, Gao J, Cheng X, Li F, Song C, Li G. An Ion-Pumping Quasi-Solid Electrolyte Enabled by Electrokinetic Effects for Stable Aqueous Zinc Metal Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024:e2404932. [PMID: 39165075 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202404932] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2024] [Revised: 08/06/2024] [Indexed: 08/22/2024]
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The practical application of aqueous zinc (Zn) metal batteries (ZMBs) is hindered by the complicated hydrogen evolution, passivation reactions, and dendrite growth of Zn metal anodes. Here, an ion-pumping quasi-solid electrolyte (IPQSE) with high Zn2+ transport kinetics enabled by the electrokinetic phenomena to realize high-performance quasi-solid state Zn metal batteries (QSSZMBs) is reported. The IPQSE is prepared through the in situ ring-opening polymerization of tetramethylolmethane-tri-β-aziridinylpropionate in the aqueous electrolyte. The porous polymer framework with high zeta potential provides the IPQSE with an electrokinetic ion-pumping feature enabled by the electrokinetic effects (electro-osmosis and electrokinetic surface conduction), which significantly accelerates the Zn2+ transport, reduces the concentration polarization and overcomes the diffusion-limited current. Moreover, the Zn2+ affinity of the polymer and hydrogen bonding interactions in the IPQSE changes the Zn2+ coordination environment and reduces the amount of free H2O, which lowers the H2O activity and inhibits H2O-induced side reactions. Consequently, the highly reversible and stable Zn metal anodes are achieved. The assembled QSSZMBs based on the IPQSE display excellent cycling stability with high capacity retention and Coulombic efficiency. The high-performance quasi-solid state Zn metal pouch cells are demonstrated, showing great promise for the practical application of the IPQSE.
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- Qixin Gao
- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory for Science of Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Science Center for Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Institute of Frontier Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao, 266237, P. R. China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory for Science of Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Science Center for Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Institute of Frontier Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao, 266237, P. R. China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory for Science of Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Science Center for Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Institute of Frontier Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao, 266237, P. R. China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory for Science of Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Science Center for Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Institute of Frontier Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao, 266237, P. R. China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory for Science of Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Science Center for Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Institute of Frontier Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao, 266237, P. R. China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory for Science of Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Science Center for Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Institute of Frontier Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao, 266237, P. R. China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory for Science of Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Science Center for Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Institute of Frontier Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao, 266237, P. R. China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory for Science of Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Science Center for Material Creation and Energy Conversion, Institute of Frontier Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao, 266237, P. R. China
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Xie C, Rong M, Guo Q, Wei Z, Chen Z, Huang Q, Zheng Z. UV-Permeable 3D Li Anodes for In Situ Fabrication of Interface-Gapless Flexible Solid-State Lithium Metal Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2406368. [PMID: 38896050 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202406368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2024] [Revised: 06/13/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024]
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Flexible solid-state lithium metal batteries (SSLMBs) are highly desirable for future wearable electronics because of their high energy density and safety. However, flexible SSLMBs face serious challenges not only in regulating the Li plating/stripping behaviors but also in enabling the mechanical flexibility of the cell. Both challenges are largely associated with the interfacial gaps between the solid electrolytes and the electrodes. Here, a UV-permeable and flexible composited Li metal anode (UVp-Li), which possesses a unique light-penetrating interwoven structure similar to textiles is reported. UVp-Li allows one-step bonding of the cathode, anode, and solid electrolyte via an in situ UV-initiated polymerization method to achieve the gapless SSLMBs. The gapless structure not only effectively stabilizes the plating/stripping of Li metal during cycling, but also ensures the integrity of the cell during mechanical bending. UVp-Li symmetric cell presents a stable cycling over 1000 h at 0.5 mA cm-2. LiFePO4||UVp-Li full cells (areal capacity ranging from 0.5 to 3 mAh cm-2) show outstanding capacity retention of over 84% after 500 charge/discharge cycles at room temperature. Large pouch cells using high-loading cathodes maintain stable electrochemical performance during 1000 times of dynamic bending.
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- Chuan Xie
- Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, Faculty of Science, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
- Research Institute for Intelligent Wearable Systems, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
- Research Institute for Smart Energy, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, Faculty of Science, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
- School of Fashion and Textiles, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
- Research Institute for Intelligent Wearable Systems, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
- Research Institute for Smart Energy, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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Su W, Lang M, Li W, Li H. Zn 3V 2O 7(OH) 2·2H 2O/MXene cathode with fast ion diffusion for highly durable zinc ion batteries. RSC Adv 2024; 14:22560-22568. [PMID: 39021453 PMCID: PMC11253193 DOI: 10.1039/d4ra03730h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024] Open
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V-based materials are considered promising candidates as cathode materials for zinc ion batteries (ZIBs). However, the inherent low conductivity of V-based compounds leads to the sluggish diffusion kinetics of Zn2+ and serious cycling capacity degradation of ZIBs. Herein, 1D Zn3V2O7(OH)2·2H2O (ZVO) nanowires were grown on monodisperse 2D Ti3C2T x MXene nanosheets via a facile microwave-assisted method. The introduction of Ti3C2T x MXenes effectively improved the conductivity and hydrophilicity of ZVO. Furthermore, the Zn2+ diffusion coefficient of ZVO/Ti3C2T x composites was enhanced to 10-7-10-8 cm2 s-1, which was superior to that of pure ZVO nanowires (10-8-10-10 cm2 s-1) and other previously reported typical V-based cathodes. The ZIBs based on the ZVO/Ti3C2T x cathode possessed an excellent discharge specific capacity of 215.2 mAh g-1 at 0.1 A g-1 and cycling stability (84% retention over 14 000 cycles at 10 A g-1). Moreover, the flexible Zn//ZVO/Ti3C2T x ZIBs using a gel electrolyte still exhibited good cycling stability and rate performance.
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- Wanting Su
- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Shanghai Normal University Shanghai 200234 P. R. China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Shanghai Normal University Shanghai 200234 P. R. China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Shanghai Normal University Shanghai 200234 P. R. China
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- The Education Ministry Key Lab of Resource Chemistry, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Functional Materials, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Shanghai Normal University Shanghai 200234 P. R. China
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Pal P, Bhowmik S, Nandi M. Ni Single Atom Decorated Porous Hollow Carbon Nanosphere-Based Electrodes for High Performance Symmetric Solid-State Supercapacitors. Chemistry 2024; 30:e202400638. [PMID: 38752324 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202400638] [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: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024]
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Ni single atom containing hollow carbon nanospheres with nitrogen doping has been synthesized by carbonization of Ni(NO3)2/phloroglucinol-formaldehyde polymer/silica composite. The samples have been characterized by powder X-ray diffraction, nitrogen adsorption/desorption, electron microscopic, Raman and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopic studies. The microstructure and surface area vary with the amount of Ni(NO3)2 employed in the syntheses and the carbonization environment. An optimized amount of nickel and argon as the carbonization gas afford Ni-1.0@N@HCN-Ar which possesses overall superior features. The uniformly dispersed Ni single atoms within the hollow porous carbon framework fully utilize all the electroactive sites thereby improving the supercapacitive performance. The specific capacitance of Ni-1.0@N@HCN-Ar reaches 777 F g-1 at 1 A g-1 with a Coulombic efficiency of 98.4 % and excellent recyclability. The energy and power density of Ni-1.0@N@HCN-Ar are found to be high; at 1 A g-1 its energy density is 155.4 Wh kg-1 with a power density of 600.3 W kg-1. At a high current density of 10 A g-1 the material shows a high energy density of 118.4 Wh kg-1 with excellent power density of 6003.4 W kg-1. A symmetric solid-state supercapacitor assembled with this material, Ni-1.0@N@HCN-Ar//Ni-1.0@N@HCN-Ar using H2SO4/PVA gel electrolyte shows a superior energy density value of 30 Wh kg-1 at a power density of 1200 W kg-1.
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- Prashanta Pal
- Integrated Science Education and Research Centre, Siksha Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan, 731 235, India
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- Integrated Science Education and Research Centre, Siksha Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan, 731 235, India
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- Integrated Science Education and Research Centre, Siksha Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan, 731 235, India
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Dou H, Xu M, Zhang Z, Luo D, Yu A, Chen Z. Biomass Solid-State Electrolyte with Abundant Ion and Water Channels for Flexible Zinc-Air Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2401858. [PMID: 38569594 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202401858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2024] [Revised: 03/24/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024]
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Flexible zinc-air batteries are the leading candidates as the next-generation power source for flexible/wearable electronics. However, constructing safe and high-performance solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) with intrinsic hydroxide ion (OH-) conduction remains a fundamental challenge. Herein, by adopting the natural and robust cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) as building blocks, the biomass SSEs with penetrating ion and water channels are constructed by knitting the OH--conductive CNFs and water-retentive CNFs together via an energy-efficient tape casting. Benefiting from the abundant ion and water channels with interconnected hydrated OH- wires for fast OH- conduction under a nanoconfined environment, the biomass SSEs reveal the high water-uptake, impressive OH- conductivity of 175 mS cm-1 and mechanical robustness simultaneously, which overcomes the commonly existed dilemma between ion conductivity and mechanical property. Remarkably, the flexible zinc-air batteries assemble with biomass SSEs deliver an exceptional cycle lifespan of 310 h and power density of 126 mW cm-2. The design methodology for water and ion channels opens a new avenue to design high-performance SSEs for batteries.
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- Haozhen Dou
- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1, Canada
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1, Canada
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1, Canada
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1, Canada
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1, Canada
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1, Canada
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Zhou X, Zhou Y, Yu L, Qi L, Oh KS, Hu P, Lee SY, Chen C. Gel polymer electrolytes for rechargeable batteries toward wide-temperature applications. Chem Soc Rev 2024; 53:5291-5337. [PMID: 38634467 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00551h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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Rechargeable batteries, typically represented by lithium-ion batteries, have taken a huge leap in energy density over the last two decades. However, they still face material/chemical challenges in ensuring safety and long service life at temperatures beyond the optimum range, primarily due to the chemical/electrochemical instabilities of conventional liquid electrolytes against aggressive electrode reactions and temperature variation. In this regard, a gel polymer electrolyte (GPE) with its liquid components immobilized and stabilized by a solid matrix, capable of retaining almost all the advantageous natures of the liquid electrolytes and circumventing the interfacial issues that exist in the all-solid-state electrolytes, is of great significance to realize rechargeable batteries with extended working temperature range. We begin this review with the main challenges faced in the development of GPEs, based on extensive literature research and our practical experience. Then, a significant section is dedicated to the requirements and design principles of GPEs for wide-temperature applications, with special attention paid to the feasibility, cost, and environmental impact. Next, the research progress of GPEs is thoroughly reviewed according to the strategies applied. In the end, we outline some prospects of GPEs related to innovations in material sciences, advanced characterizations, artificial intelligence, and environmental impact analysis, hoping to spark new research activities that ultimately bring us a step closer to realizing wide-temperature rechargeable batteries.
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- Xiaoyan Zhou
- School of Resource and Environmental Sciences, Hubei Biomass-Resource Chemistry and Environmental Biotechnology Key Laboratory, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430079, P. R. China.
- School of Science, Hubei University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, P. R. China.
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- School of Resource and Environmental Sciences, Hubei Biomass-Resource Chemistry and Environmental Biotechnology Key Laboratory, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430079, P. R. China.
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- School of Resource and Environmental Sciences, Hubei Biomass-Resource Chemistry and Environmental Biotechnology Key Laboratory, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430079, P. R. China.
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- School of Resource and Environmental Sciences, Hubei Biomass-Resource Chemistry and Environmental Biotechnology Key Laboratory, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430079, P. R. China.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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- School of Science, Hubei University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, P. R. China.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Yonsei University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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- School of Resource and Environmental Sciences, Hubei Biomass-Resource Chemistry and Environmental Biotechnology Key Laboratory, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430079, P. R. China.
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Lu C, Jiang H, Cheng X, He J, Long Y, Chang Y, Gong X, Zhang K, Li J, Zhu Z, Wu J, Wang J, Zheng Y, Shi X, Ye L, Liao M, Sun X, Wang B, Chen P, Wang Y, Peng H. High-performance fibre battery with polymer gel electrolyte. Nature 2024; 629:86-91. [PMID: 38658763 DOI: 10.1038/s41586-024-07343-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
Abstract
Replacement of liquid electrolytes with polymer gel electrolytes is recognized as a general and effective way of solving safety problems and achieving high flexibility in wearable batteries1-6. However, the poor interface between polymer gel electrolyte and electrode, caused by insufficient wetting, produces much poorer electrochemical properties, especially during the deformation of the battery7-9. Here we report a strategy for designing channel structures in electrodes to incorporate polymer gel electrolytes and to form intimate and stable interfaces for high-performance wearable batteries. As a demonstration, multiple electrode fibres were rotated together to form aligned channels, while the surface of each electrode fibre was designed with networked channels. The monomer solution was effectively infiltrated first along the aligned channels and then into the networked channels. The monomers were then polymerized to produce a gel electrolyte and form intimate and stable interfaces with the electrodes. The resulting fibre lithium-ion battery (FLB) showed high electrochemical performances (for example, an energy density of about 128 Wh kg-1). This strategy also enabled the production of FLBs with a high rate of 3,600 m h-1 per winding unit. The continuous FLBs were woven into a 50 cm × 30 cm textile to provide an output capacity of 2,975 mAh. The FLB textiles worked safely under extreme conditions, such as temperatures of -40 °C and 80 °C and a vacuum of -0.08 MPa. The FLBs show promise for applications in firefighting and space exploration.
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- Chenhao Lu
- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Chemistry and Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, Institute of New Energy, iChEM (Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemistry for Energy Materials), Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Macromolecular Science, Institute of Fiber Electronic Materials and Devices, and Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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Wu JC, Gao S, Li X, Zhou H, Gao H, Hu J, Fan Z, Liu Y. Rigid-flexible coupling network solid polymer electrolytes for all-solid-state lithium metal batteries. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 661:1025-1032. [PMID: 38335787 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2023] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
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Poor mechanical strength at working temperature and low ionic conductivity seriously hinder the application of poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO)-based solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) in high performance all-solid-state lithium metal batteries (LMBs). Here, we design and prepare a series of rigid-flexible coupling network SPEs (RFN-SPEs) with soft poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) chains and rigid crosslinkers containing the benzene structure. Compared with soft crosslinkers, rigid crosslinkers provide the same amount of active crosslinking points with smaller molecular weight, and meanwhile enhance the mechanical strength of the network. Therefore, based on the rigid crosslinkers, RFN-SPEs exhibit synchronously improved ionic conductivity and mechanical strength. With these RFN-SPEs, symmetrical cells can be cycled for over 2100 h at 0.5 mA cm-2. Meanwhile, stable cycling and high-rate capability could be achieved for LMBs, revealing that SPEs with the rigid-flexible coupling network are promising electrolyte systems for all-solid-state LMBs.
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- Jian-Chun Wu
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China; Jiangsu Dare New Energy Material Technology Co., Ltd, Zhenjiang 212310, China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Environmental Catalysis and Waste Recycling, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan Institute of Engineering, Xiangtan 411104, China.
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- Jiangsu Dare New Energy Material Technology Co., Ltd, Zhenjiang 212310, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China.
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Ding J, Yang Y, Poisson J, He Y, Zhang H, Zhang Y, Bao Y, Chen S, Chen YM, Zhang K. Recent Advances in Biopolymer-Based Hydrogel Electrolytes for Flexible Supercapacitors. ACS ENERGY LETTERS 2024; 9:1803-1825. [PMID: 38633997 PMCID: PMC11019642 DOI: 10.1021/acsenergylett.3c02567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Revised: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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Growing concern regarding the impact of fossil fuels has led to demands for the development of green and renewable materials for advanced electrochemical energy storage devices. Biopolymers with unique hierarchical structures and physicochemical properties, serving as an appealing platform for the advancement of sustainable energy, have found widespread application in the gel electrolytes of supercapacitors. In this Review, we outline the structure and characteristics of various biopolymers, discuss the proposed mechanisms and assess the evaluation metrics of gel electrolytes in supercapacitor devices, and further analyze the roles of biopolymer materials in this context. The state-of-the-art electrochemical performance of biopolymer-based hydrogel electrolytes for supercapacitors and their multiple functionalities are summarized, while underscoring the current technical challenges and potential solutions. This Review is intended to offer a thorough overview of recent developments in biopolymer-based hydrogel electrolytes, highlighting research concerning green and sustainable energy storage devices and potential avenues for further development.
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- Jiansen Ding
- College
of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, National Demonstration
Center for Experimental Light Chemistry Engineering Education, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi’an 710021, P. R. China
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- College
of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, National Demonstration
Center for Experimental Light Chemistry Engineering Education, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi’an 710021, P. R. China
- State
Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, P. R. China
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- Sustainable
Materials and Chemistry, University of Göttingen, Büsgenweg 4, 37077 Göttingen, Germany
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- College
of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, National Demonstration
Center for Experimental Light Chemistry Engineering Education, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi’an 710021, P. R. China
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- College
of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Jiangxi
Normal University, Nanchang 330022, P. R. China
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- College
of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, National Demonstration
Center for Experimental Light Chemistry Engineering Education, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi’an 710021, P. R. China
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- College
of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Jiangxi
Normal University, Nanchang 330022, P. R. China
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- College
of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Jiangxi
Normal University, Nanchang 330022, P. R. China
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- College
of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, National Demonstration
Center for Experimental Light Chemistry Engineering Education, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi’an 710021, P. R. China
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- Sustainable
Materials and Chemistry, University of Göttingen, Büsgenweg 4, 37077 Göttingen, Germany
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Zhang X, Wu X, Lv Y, Guo J, Liang N, Guo R, Zhu Y, Liu H, Jia D. Fabrication of Zn-Air Battery with High Output Capacity Under Ultra-Large Current. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2307999. [PMID: 37972271 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202307999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Revised: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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Zn-air battery (ZAB) is advocated as a more viable option in the new-energy technology. However, the limited-output capacity at a high current density impedes the driving range in power batteries substantially. Here, a novel heterojunction-based graphdiyne (GDY) and Ag29Cu7 alloy quantum dots (Ag29Cu7 QDs/GDY) for constructing a high-performance aqueous ZAB are fabricated. The as-fabricated ZAB achieves discharge at up to 100 mA cm-2 (the highest value ever reported) along with a remarkable output specific capacity of 786.2 mAh g-1 Zn, which is mainly benefitted from the binary-synergistic effect toward a stable triple-phase interface for air electrode induced by the Ag29Cu7 QDs and GDY in harsh base, together with the decreasing reaction energy barrier and polarization. The results outperform the superior reports discharging at low current and will bring breakthrough progress toward the practical applications of ZAB on large power supply facilities.
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- Xiuli Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830046, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830046, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830046, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830046, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830046, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830046, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830046, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830046, P. R. China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Organic Solids, Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, CAS Research/Education Center for Excellence in Molecular Sciences, Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, P. R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830046, P. R. China
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Bi J, Liu Y, Du Z, Wang K, Guan W, Wu H, Ai W, Huang W. Bottom-Up Magnesium Deposition Induced by Paper-Based Triple-Gradient Scaffolds toward Flexible Magnesium Metal Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2309339. [PMID: 37918968 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202309339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2023] [Revised: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023]
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The development of advanced magnesium metal batteries (MMBs) has been hindered by longstanding challenges, such as the inability to induce uniform magnesium (Mg) nucleation and the inefficient utilization of Mg foil. This study introduces a novel solution in the form of a flexible, lightweight, paper-based scaffold that incorporates gradient conductivity, magnesiophilicity, and pore size. This design is achieved through an industrially adaptable papermaking process in which the ratio of carboxylated multi-walled carbon nanotubes to softwood cellulose fibers is meticulously adjusted. The triple-gradient structure of the scaffold enables the regulation of Mg ion flux, promoting bottom-up Mg deposition. Owing to its high flexibility, low thickness, and reduced density, the scaffold has potential applications in flexible and wearable electronics. Accordingly, the triple-gradient electrodes exhibit stable operation for over 1200 h at 3 mA cm-2 /3 mAh cm-2 in symmetrical cells, markedly outperforming the non-gradient and metallic Mg alternatives. Notably, this study marks the first successful fabrication of a flexible MMB pouch full cell, achieving an impressive volumetric energy density of 244 Wh L-1 . The simplicity and scalability of the triple-gradient design, which uses readily available materials through an industrially compatible papermaking process, open new doors for the production of flexible, high-energy-density metal batteries.
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- Jingxuan Bi
- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics and Xi'an Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics and Xi'an Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics and Xi'an Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics and Xi'an Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics and Xi'an Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Shaanxi Provincial Key Laboratory of Papermaking Technology and Specialty Paper Development, College of Bioresources Chemical and Materials Engineering, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics and Xi'an Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics and Xi'an Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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Wei X, Lin T, Gao J, Hu Y, Zhang Z, Peng J, Li J, Zhai M. Mechanically Robust and Highly Conductive Poly(ionic liquid)/Polyacrylamide Double-Network Hydrogel Electrolytes for Flexible Symmetric Supercapacitors with a Wide Operating Voltage Range. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024. [PMID: 38419321 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c18818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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Flexible electronic devices, such as supercapacitors (SCs), place high demands on the mechanical properties, ionic conductivity, and electrochemical stability of electrolytes. Hydrogels, which combine flexibility and the advantages of both solid and liquid electrolytes, will meet the demand. Here, we report the synthesis of novel poly(ionic liquid)/polyacrylamide double-network (DN) (PIL/PAM DN) hydrogel electrolytes containing different metal salts via a two-step γ-radiation method. The resultant Li2SO4-1.0/PIL/PAM DN hydrogel electrolyte possesses excellent mechanical properties (tensile strength of 3.64 MPa, elongation at break of 446%) and high ionic conductivity (24.1 mS·cm-1). The corresponding flexible SC based on the Li2SO4-1.0/PIL/PAM DN hydrogel electrolyte (SC-Li2SO4) presents improved ion diffusion, ideal electrochemical double-layer capacitor behavior, good rate capability, and excellent cyclic stability. Moreover, symmetric SC-Li2SO4 achieves a wide operating voltage range of up to 1.5 V, with a maximum energy density of 26.0 W h·kg-1 and a capacitance retention of 94.1% after 10,000 galvanostatic charge-discharge cycles, owing to the deactivation of free water molecules by the synergistic effect of PIL, PAM, and SO42-. Above all, the capacitance of SC-Li2SO4 is well-maintained after overcharge, overdischarge, short circuit, extreme temperature, compression, and bending tests, indicating its high security and flexibility. This work reveals the enormous application potential of PIL-based conductive hydrogel electrolytes for flexible electronic devices.
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- Xuyan Wei
- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Radiochemistry and Radiation Chemistry Key Laboratory of Fundamental Science, The Key Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Physics of the Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Radiochemistry and Radiation Chemistry Key Laboratory of Fundamental Science, The Key Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Physics of the Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Architectural Coating, Skshu Paint Co., Ltd., 518 North Liyuan Avenue, Licheng District, Putian 351100, Fujian, China
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- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Radiochemistry and Radiation Chemistry Key Laboratory of Fundamental Science, The Key Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Physics of the Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Design and Assembly of Functional Nanostructures, and Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Materials and Techniques toward Hydrogen Energy, Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Fuzhou 350002, Fujian, China
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- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Radiochemistry and Radiation Chemistry Key Laboratory of Fundamental Science, The Key Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Physics of the Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Radiochemistry and Radiation Chemistry Key Laboratory of Fundamental Science, The Key Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Physics of the Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
- Institute of Chemical Defense, Beijing 100191, China
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- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Radiochemistry and Radiation Chemistry Key Laboratory of Fundamental Science, The Key Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Physics of the Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Radiochemistry and Radiation Chemistry Key Laboratory of Fundamental Science, The Key Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Physics of the Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Radiochemistry and Radiation Chemistry Key Laboratory of Fundamental Science, The Key Laboratory of Polymer Chemistry and Physics of the Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China
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Zhong Y, Lopez-Larrea N, Alvarez-Tirado M, Casado N, Koklu A, Marks A, Moser M, McCulloch I, Mecerreyes D, Inal S. Eutectogels as a Semisolid Electrolyte for Organic Electrochemical Transistors. CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS : A PUBLICATION OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY 2024; 36:1841-1854. [PMID: 38435047 PMCID: PMC10902863 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemmater.3c02385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
Abstract
Organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) are signal transducers offering high amplification, which makes them particularly advantageous for detecting weak biological signals. While OECTs typically operate with aqueous electrolytes, those employing solid-like gels as the dielectric layer can be excellent candidates for constructing wearable electrophysiology probes. Despite their potential, the impact of the gel electrolyte type and composition on the operation of the OECT and the associated device design considerations for optimal performance with a chosen electrolyte have remained ambiguous. In this work, we investigate the influence of three types of gel electrolytes-hydrogels, eutectogels, and iongels, each with varying compositions on the performance of OECTs. Our findings highlight the superiority of the eutectogel electrolyte, which comprises poly(glycerol 1,3-diglycerolate diacrylate) as the polymer matrix and choline chloride in combination with 1,3-propanediol deep eutectic solvent as the ionic component. This eutectogel electrolyte outperforms hydrogel and iongel counterparts of equivalent dimensions, yielding the most favorable transient and steady-state performance for both p-type depletion and p-type/n-type enhancement mode transistors gated with silver/silver chloride (Ag/AgCl). Furthermore, the eutectogel-integrated enhancement mode OECTs exhibit exceptional operational stability, reflected in the absence of signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) variation in the simulated electrocardiogram (ECG) recordings conducted continuously over a period of 5 h, as well as daily measurements spanning 30 days. Eutectogel-based OECTs also exhibit higher ECG signal amplitudes and SNR than their counterparts, utilizing the commercially available hydrogel, which is the most common electrolyte for cutaneous electrodes. These findings underscore the potential of eutectogels as a semisolid electrolyte for OECTs, particularly in applications demanding robust and prolonged physiological signal monitoring.
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- Yizhou Zhong
- Organic
Bioelectronics Laboratory, Biological and Environmental Science and
Engineering Division, King Abdullah University
of Science and Technology (KAUST), Thuwal 23955-6900, Saudi Arabia
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- POLYMAT,
University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Avenida Tolosa 72, Donostia-San
Sebastian, Guipuzcoa 20018, Spain
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- POLYMAT,
University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Avenida Tolosa 72, Donostia-San
Sebastian, Guipuzcoa 20018, Spain
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- POLYMAT,
University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Avenida Tolosa 72, Donostia-San
Sebastian, Guipuzcoa 20018, Spain
- IKERBASQUE,
Basque Foundation for Science, Plaza Euskadi 5, Bilbao 48009, Spain
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- Organic
Bioelectronics Laboratory, Biological and Environmental Science and
Engineering Division, King Abdullah University
of Science and Technology (KAUST), Thuwal 23955-6900, Saudi Arabia
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3TF, U.K.
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3TF, U.K.
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Oxford, Oxford OX1 3TF, U.K.
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- POLYMAT,
University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Avenida Tolosa 72, Donostia-San
Sebastian, Guipuzcoa 20018, Spain
- IKERBASQUE,
Basque Foundation for Science, Plaza Euskadi 5, Bilbao 48009, Spain
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- Organic
Bioelectronics Laboratory, Biological and Environmental Science and
Engineering Division, King Abdullah University
of Science and Technology (KAUST), Thuwal 23955-6900, Saudi Arabia
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Wu L, Lv H, Zhang R, Ding P, Tang M, Liu S, Wang L, Liu F, Guo X, Yu H. Ferroelectric BaTiO 3 Regulating the Local Electric Field for Interfacial Stability in Solid-State Lithium Metal Batteries. ACS NANO 2024. [PMID: 38314720 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.3c10870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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Solid-state Li metal batteries (SSLMBs) are widely investigated since they possess promising energy density and high safety. However, the poor interfacial compatibility between the electrolyte and electrodes limits their promising development. Herein, a robust composite electrolyte (poly(vinyl ethylene carbonate) electrolyte with 3 wt % of BaTiO3, PVEC-3BTO) with excellent interfacial performance is rationally designed by incorporating ferroelectric BaTiO3 (BTO) nanoparticles into the poly(vinyl ethylene carbonate) (PVEC) electrolyte matrix. Benefiting from the high dielectric constant and ferroelectric properties of BTO, the interfacial compatibility between electrolytes and electrodes was significantly improved. The enhanced Li+ transference number (0.64) of solid electrolyte and in situ generated BaF2 inorganic interphase contribute to the enhanced cycling stability of PVEC-3BTO based Li//Li symmetrical batteries. Furthermore, the antioxidation ability of PVEC-3BTO has also been enhanced by modulating the local electric field for good pairing with high-voltage LiCoO2 material. Therefore, in this work, the mechanism of BTO for improving interfacial compatibility is revealed, and also useful methods for addressing the interface issues of SSLMBs have been provided.
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- Lingqiao Wu
- Institute of Advanced Battery Materials and Devices, Faculty of Materials and Manufacturing, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Functional Materials, Ministry of Education, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
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- Institute of Advanced Battery Materials and Devices, Faculty of Materials and Manufacturing, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Functional Materials, Ministry of Education, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
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- Beijing Huairou Laboratory, Beijing, 101400, P. R. China
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- Institute of Advanced Battery Materials and Devices, Faculty of Materials and Manufacturing, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Functional Materials, Ministry of Education, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
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- Center for High Pressure Science & Technology Advanced Research, Beijing 100094, P. R. China
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- Institute of Advanced Battery Materials and Devices, Faculty of Materials and Manufacturing, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Functional Materials, Ministry of Education, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
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- Institute of Advanced Battery Materials and Devices, Faculty of Materials and Manufacturing, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Functional Materials, Ministry of Education, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
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- Institute of Advanced Battery Materials and Devices, Faculty of Materials and Manufacturing, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Functional Materials, Ministry of Education, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
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- Institute of Advanced Battery Materials and Devices, Faculty of Materials and Manufacturing, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Functional Materials, Ministry of Education, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
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- Institute of Advanced Battery Materials and Devices, Faculty of Materials and Manufacturing, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Functional Materials, Ministry of Education, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100124, P. R. China
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Zhao J, Wang Y, Zhao H, Liu L, Li S, Hu X, Ding S. Enabling All-Solid-State Lithium-Carbon Dioxide Battery Operation in a Wide Temperature Range. ACS NANO 2024. [PMID: 38311845 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.3c12522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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Flexible all-solid-state lithium-carbon dioxide batteries (FASSLCBs) are recognized as a next-generation energy storage technology by solving safety and shuttle effect problems. However, the present FASSLCBs rely heavily on high-temperature operation due to sluggish solid-solid-gas multiphase mass transfer and unclear capacity degradation mechanism. Herein, we designed bicontinuous hierarchical porous structures (BCHPSs) for both solid polymer electrolyte and cathode for FASSLCBs to facilitate the mass transfer in all connected directions. The formed large Lewis acidic surface effectively promotes the lithium salt dissociation and the CO2 conversion. Furthermore, it is unraveled that the battery capacity degradation originates from the "dead Li2CO3" formation, which is inhibited by the fast decomposition of Li2CO3. Accordingly, the assembled FASSLCBs exhibit an excellent cycling stability of 133 cycles at 60 °C, which is 2.7 times longer than that without BCHPSs, and the FASSLCBs can be operated repeatedly even at room temperature. This BCHPS method and fundamental deactivation mechanism provide a perspective for designing FASSLCBs with long cycling life.
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- Jianyun Zhao
- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Chemistry for Universities of Shaanxi Province, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
- School of Electrical Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- School of Future Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Chemistry for Universities of Shaanxi Province, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Chemistry for Universities of Shaanxi Province, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- School of Electrical Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Electrical Insulation and Power Equipment, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Chemistry for Universities of Shaanxi Province, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemistry, Engineering Research Center of Energy Storage Materials and Chemistry for Universities of Shaanxi Province, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
- School of Future Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710049, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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Zhou K, Wang Y, Mei J, Zhang X, Xue T, Fan W, Zhang L, Liu T, Xie Y. Scalable Preparation of Polyimide Sandwiched Separator for Durable High-Rate Lithium-Metal Battery. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2305596. [PMID: 37775944 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202305596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 10/01/2023]
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The ever-growing demands for efficient energy storage accelerate the development of high-rate lithium-metal battery (LMB) with desirable energy density, power density, and cycling stability. Nevertheless, the practical application of LMB is critically impeded by internal temperature rise and lithium dendrite growth, especially at high charge/discharge rates. It is highly desired but remains challenging to develop high-performance thermotolerant separators that can provide favorable channels to enable fast Li+ transport for high-rate operation and simultaneously homogenize the lithium deposition for dendrite inhibition. Polyimide-based separators with superior thermal properties are promising candidate alternatives to the commercial polyolefin-based separators, but previous strategies of designing either nanoporous or microporous channels in polyimide-based separators often meet a dilemma. Here, a facile and scalable approach is reported to develop a polyimide fiber/aerogel (denoted as PIFA) separator with the microporous polyimide fiber membrane sandwiched between two nanoporous polyimide aerogel layers, which can enable LMBs with remarkable capacity retention of 97.2% after 1500 cycles at 10 C. The experimental and theoretical studies unravel that the sandwiched structure of PIFA can appreciably enhance the electrolyte adsorption and ionic conductivity; while, the aerogel coating can effectively inhibit dendrite growth to realize durable high-rate LMBs.
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- Kangjie Zhou
- Key Laboratory of Synthetic and Biological Colloids, Ministry of Education, School of Chemical and Material Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- Key Laboratory of Synthetic and Biological Colloids, Ministry of Education, School of Chemical and Material Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- Key Laboratory of Synthetic and Biological Colloids, Ministry of Education, School of Chemical and Material Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- Key Laboratory of Synthetic and Biological Colloids, Ministry of Education, School of Chemical and Material Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai, 201620, China
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- Key Laboratory of Synthetic and Biological Colloids, Ministry of Education, School of Chemical and Material Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- Key Laboratory of Synthetic and Biological Colloids, Ministry of Education, School of Chemical and Material Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- Key Laboratory of Synthetic and Biological Colloids, Ministry of Education, School of Chemical and Material Engineering, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, 214122, China
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- Hefei National Laboratory for Physical Sciences at Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, China
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Mu Y, Yu S, Chen Y, Chu Y, Wu B, Zhang Q, Guo B, Zou L, Zhang R, Yu F, Han M, Lin M, Yang J, Bai J, Zeng L. Highly Efficient Aligned Ion-Conducting Network and Interface Chemistries for Depolarized All-Solid-State Lithium Metal Batteries. NANO-MICRO LETTERS 2024; 16:86. [PMID: 38214843 PMCID: PMC10786779 DOI: 10.1007/s40820-023-01301-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2023] [Accepted: 11/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
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Improving the long-term cycling stability and energy density of all-solid-state lithium (Li)-metal batteries (ASSLMBs) at room temperature is a severe challenge because of the notorious solid-solid interfacial contact loss and sluggish ion transport. Solid electrolytes are generally studied as two-dimensional (2D) structures with planar interfaces, showing limited interfacial contact and further resulting in unstable Li/electrolyte and cathode/electrolyte interfaces. Herein, three-dimensional (3D) architecturally designed composite solid electrolytes are developed with independently controlled structural factors using 3D printing processing and post-curing treatment. Multiple-type electrolyte films with vertical-aligned micro-pillar (p-3DSE) and spiral (s-3DSE) structures are rationally designed and developed, which can be employed for both Li metal anode and cathode in terms of accelerating the Li+ transport within electrodes and reinforcing the interfacial adhesion. The printed p-3DSE delivers robust long-term cycle life of up to 2600 cycles and a high critical current density of 1.92 mA cm-2. The optimized electrolyte structure could lead to ASSLMBs with a superior full-cell areal capacity of 2.75 mAh cm-2 (LFP) and 3.92 mAh cm-2 (NCM811). This unique design provides enhancements for both anode and cathode electrodes, thereby alleviating interfacial degradation induced by dendrite growth and contact loss. The approach in this study opens a new design strategy for advanced composite solid polymer electrolytes in ASSLMBs operating under high rates/capacities and room temperature.
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- Yongbiao Mu
- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Kowloon, 997077, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China.
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China.
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Kowloon, 997077, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China, People's Republic of China.
- HKUST Shenzhen-Hong Kong Collaborative Innovation Research Institute, Futian, Shenzhen, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China.
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China.
- Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China.
- SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China.
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Peng B, Liu Z, Zhou Q, Xiong X, Xia S, Yuan X, Wang F, Ozoemena KI, Liu L, Fu L, Wu Y. A Solid-State Electrolyte Based on Li 0.95 Na 0.05 FePO 4 for Lithium Metal Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2307142. [PMID: 37742099 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202307142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2023] [Revised: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/25/2023]
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Solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) play a crucial role in developing lithium metal batteries (LMBs) with high safety and energy density. Exploring SSEs with excellent comprehensive performance is the key to achieving the practical application of LMBs. In this work, the great potential of Li0.95 Na0.05 FePO4 (LNFP) as an ideal SSE due to its enhanced ionic conductivity and reliable stability in contact with lithium metal anode is demonstrated. Moreover, LNFP-based composite solid electrolytes (CSEs) are prepared to further improve electronic insulation and interface stability. The CSE containing 50 wt% of LNFP (LNFP50) shows high ionic conductivity (3.58 × 10-4 S cm-1 at 25 °C) and good compatibility with Li metal anode and cathodes. Surprisingly, the LMB of Li|LNFP50|LiFePO4 cell at 0.5 C current density shows good cycling stability (151.5 mAh g-1 for 500 cycles, 96.5% capacity retention, and 99.3% Coulombic efficiency), and high-energy LMB of Li|LNFP50|Li[Ni0.8 Co0.1 Mn0.1 ]O2 cell maintains 80% capacity retention after 170 cycles, which are better than that with traditional liquid electrolytes (LEs). This investigation offers a new approach to commercializing SSEs with excellent comprehensive performance for high-performance LMBs.
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- Bohao Peng
- School of Energy Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, P. R. China
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- Confucius Energy Storage Lab, School of Energy and Environment, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, P. R. China
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- School of Energy Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, P. R. China
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- Confucius Energy Storage Lab, School of Energy and Environment, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, P. R. China
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- School of Energy Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, P. R. China
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- School of Energy Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, P. R. China
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- Confucius Energy Storage Lab, School of Energy and Environment, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, P. R. China
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- Molecular Sciences Institute, School of Chemistry, University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, Wits, Johannesburg, 2050, South Africa
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- School of Energy Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, P. R. China
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- School of Energy Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, P. R. China
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- School of Energy Science and Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, 211816, P. R. China
- Confucius Energy Storage Lab, School of Energy and Environment, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, P. R. China
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Sun ZH, Qu DY, Han DX, Gu ZY, Guo JZ, Zhao XX, Ma YM, Zhao BL, Song ZQ, Wu XL, Niu L. Solvent-Free Ultrafast Construction of Se-Deficient Heterojunctions of Bimetallic Selenides toward Flexible Sodium-Ion Full Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2308987. [PMID: 37883889 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202308987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2023] [Revised: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023]
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Flexible quasi-solid-state sodium ion batteries featuring their low-cost, high safety and excellent mechanical strength have attracted widespread interest in the field of wearable electronic devices. However, the development of such batteries faces great challenges including the construction of interfacial compatible flexible electrode materials and addressing the high safety demands of electrolyte. Here selenium-vacancies regulated bimetallic selenide heterojunctions anchored on waste cotton cloth-derived flexible carbon cloth (FCC) with robust interfacial C-Se-Co/Fe chemical bonds as a flexible anode material (CCFSF) is proposed by ultrafast microwave pyrolysis method. Rich selenium vacancies and CoSe2 /FeSe2-x heterostructures are synchronously formed that can significantly improve ionic and electronic diffusion kinetics. Additionally, a uniform carbon layer coating on the surface of Se-deficient heterostructures endows it with outstanding structural stability. The flexible cathode (PB@FCC) is also fabricated by directly growing Prussian blue nanoparticles on the FCC. Furthermore, an advanced flexible quasi-solid-state Na-ion pouch cell is assembled by coupling CCFSF anode, PB@FCC cathode with P(VDF-HFP)-based gel polymer electrolyte. The full cell not only demonstrates excellent energy storage performance but also robust mechanical flexibility and safety. The present work offers an effective avenue to achieve high safety flexible energy storage device, promoting the development of flexible wearable electronic devices.
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- Zhong-Hui Sun
- Guangdong Engineering Technology Research Center for Photoelectric Sensing Materials and Devices, c/o School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Engineering Technology Research Center for Photoelectric Sensing Materials and Devices, c/o School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Engineering Technology Research Center for Photoelectric Sensing Materials and Devices, c/o School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory for UV Light-Emitting Materials and Technology, Northeast Normal University, Changchun, Jilin, 130024, P. R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory for UV Light-Emitting Materials and Technology, Northeast Normal University, Changchun, Jilin, 130024, P. R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory for UV Light-Emitting Materials and Technology, Northeast Normal University, Changchun, Jilin, 130024, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Engineering Technology Research Center for Photoelectric Sensing Materials and Devices, c/o School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Engineering Technology Research Center for Photoelectric Sensing Materials and Devices, c/o School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Engineering Technology Research Center for Photoelectric Sensing Materials and Devices, c/o School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory for UV Light-Emitting Materials and Technology, Northeast Normal University, Changchun, Jilin, 130024, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Organo-Pharmaceutical Chemistry of Jiangxi Province, Gannan Normal University, Gan Zhou, 341000, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Engineering Technology Research Center for Photoelectric Sensing Materials and Devices, c/o School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangzhou University, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
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Zhang Z, Gao Y, Gao Y, Jia F, Gao G. Stable zinc anode interface and environmentally adaptable hydrogel electrolytes for stable operation of zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitors. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 652:1261-1270. [PMID: 37659299 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.08.161] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/04/2023]
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Hydrogel-based zinc ion hybrid supercapacitors (ZIHS) have stood out from many energy storage device candidates due to their battery-level energy density, inherent flexibility, and safety. Nevertheless, the inevitable dendrite growth of Zn anodes and sharp capacity degradation at low-temperature seriously hinder their practical application. Herein, a dense ZnF2 solid electrolyte interface protective layer was constructed in situ on the Zn electrode surface by a simple chemical deposition method, effectively isolating the water molecules and alleviating the water-induced dendrite growth and parasitic reaction. To achieve the flexible ZIHS with environmental adaptability, a self-adhesion and anti-freezing zwitterionic hydrogel electrolyte was fabricated to afford superior ionic conductivity (97.1 mS cm-1), excellent anti-drying ability, and robust interfacial adhesion. Benefitting from the integrated merits of the as-designed electrolyte and electrode, the ZIHS delivered excellent mechanical adaptability, favorable energy density (103.9 Wh kg-1 at 270.1 W kg-1), broad operating temperature range (-40 to 40 °C), along with long-term cycling stability (12,000 cycles) with 90.3 % capacity retention at -25 °C. Notably, the unencapsulated ZIHS achieved exceptional electrochemical stability in an open environment. This finding provides valuable insights for constructing durable, flexible, and environmentally adaptable zinc-based energy storage systems.
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- Zhixin Zhang
- Polymeric and Soft Materials Laboratory, School of Chemical Engineering, Advanced Institute of Materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, PR China
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- Polymeric and Soft Materials Laboratory, School of Chemical Engineering, Advanced Institute of Materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, PR China
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- Polymeric and Soft Materials Laboratory, School of Chemical Engineering, Advanced Institute of Materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, PR China
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- Polymeric and Soft Materials Laboratory, School of Chemical Engineering, Advanced Institute of Materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, PR China.
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- Polymeric and Soft Materials Laboratory, School of Chemical Engineering, Advanced Institute of Materials Science, Changchun University of Technology, Changchun 130012, PR China.
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Guan DH, Wang XX, Song LN, Miao CL, Li JY, Yuan XY, Ma XY, Xu JJ. Polyoxometalate Li 3 PW 12 O 40 and Li 3 PMo 12 O 40 Electrolytes for High-energy All-solid-state Lithium Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023:e202317949. [PMID: 38078904 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202317949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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Solid-state lithium (Li) batteries promise both high energy density and safety while existing solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) fail to satisfy the rigorous requirements of battery operations. Herein, novel polyoxometalate SSEs, Li3 PW12 O40 and Li3 PMo12 O40 , are synthesized, which exhibit excellent interfacial compatibility with electrodes and chemical stability, overcoming the limitations of conventional SSEs. A high ionic conductivity of 0.89 mS cm-1 and a low activation energy of 0.23 eV are obtained due to the optimized three-dimensional Li+ migration network of Li3 PW12 O40 . Li3 PW12 O40 exhibits a wide window of electrochemical stability that can both accommodate the Li anode and high-voltage cathodes. As a result, all-solid-state Li metal batteries fabricated with Li/Li3 PW12 O40 /LiNi0.5 Co0.2 Mn0.3 O2 display a stable cycling up to 100 cycles with a cutoff voltage of 4.35 V and an areal capacity of more than 4 mAh cm-2 , as well as a cost-competitive SSEs price of $5.68 kg-1 . Moreover, Li3 PMo12 O40 homologous to Li3 PW12 O40 was obtained via isomorphous substitution, which formed a low-resistance interface with Li3 PW12 O40 . Applications of Li3 PW12 O40 and Li3 PMo12 O40 in Li-air batteries further demonstrate that long cycle life (650 cycles) can be achieved. This strategy provides a facile, low-cost strategy to construct efficient and scalable solid polyoxometalate electrolytes for high-energy solid-state Li metal batteries.
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- De-Hui Guan
- State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
- International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
- International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
- International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
- International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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Sheng H, Jiang L, Wang Q, Zhang Z, Lv Y, Ma H, Bi H, Yuan J, Shao M, Li F, Li W, Xie E, Liu Y, Xie Z, Wang J, Yu C, Lan W. A soft implantable energy supply system that integrates wireless charging and biodegradable Zn-ion hybrid supercapacitors. SCIENCE ADVANCES 2023; 9:eadh8083. [PMID: 37967195 PMCID: PMC10651135 DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.adh8083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/17/2023]
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The advent of implantable bioelectronic devices offers prospective solutions toward health monitoring and disease diagnosis and treatments. However, advances in power modules have lagged far behind the tissue-integrated sensor nodes and circuit units. Here, we report a soft implantable power system that monolithically integrates wireless energy transmission and storage modules. The energy storage unit comprises biodegradable Zn-ion hybrid supercapacitors that use molybdenum sulfide (MoS2) nanosheets as cathode, ion-crosslinked alginate gel as electrolyte, and zinc foil as anode, achieving high capacitance (93.5 mF cm-2) and output voltage (1.3 V). Systematic investigations have been conducted to elucidate the charge storage mechanism of the supercapacitor and to assess the biodegradability and biocompatibility of the materials. Furthermore, the wirelessly transmitted energy can not only supply power directly to applications but also charge supercapacitors to ensure a constant, reliable power output. Its power supply capabilities have also been successfully demonstrated for controlled drug delivery.
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- Hongwei Sheng
- School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- School of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Structural Analysis, Optimization and CAE Software for Industrial Equipment, Department of Engineering Mechanics, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, Liaoning 116023, China
- Department of Engineering Mechanics, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
- School of Physics and Electronic Information Engineering, Qinghai Normal University, Xining, Qinghai 810008, China
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- School of Physics and Electronic Information Engineering, Qinghai Normal University, Xining, Qinghai 810008, China
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- Department of Engineering Science and Mechanics, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Structural Analysis, Optimization and CAE Software for Industrial Equipment, Department of Engineering Mechanics, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, Liaoning 116023, China
- Department of Engineering Mechanics, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- School of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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- Department of Engineering Science and Mechanics, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Materials Research Institute, Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802, USA
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu 730000, China
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Chen B, Sui S, He F, He C, Cheng HM, Qiao SZ, Hu W, Zhao N. Interfacial engineering of transition metal dichalcogenide/carbon heterostructures for electrochemical energy applications. Chem Soc Rev 2023; 52:7802-7847. [PMID: 37869994 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00445g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2023]
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To support the global goal of carbon neutrality, numerous efforts have been devoted to the advancement of electrochemical energy conversion (EEC) and electrochemical energy storage (EES) technologies. For these technologies, transition metal dichalcogenide/carbon (TMDC/C) heterostructures have emerged as promising candidates for both electrode materials and electrocatalysts over the past decade, due to their complementary advantages. It is worth noting that interfacial properties play a crucial role in establishing the overall electrochemical characteristics of TMDC/C heterostructures. However, despite the significant scientific contribution in this area, a systematic understanding of TMDC/C heterostructures' interfacial engineering is currently lacking. This literature review aims to focus on three types of interfacial engineering, namely interfacial orientation engineering, interfacial stacking engineering, and interfacial doping engineering, of TMDC/C heterostructures for their potential applications in EES and EEC devices. To accomplish this goal, a combination of experimental and theoretical approaches was used to allow the analysis and summary of the fundamental electrochemical properties and preparation strategies of TMDC/C heterostructures. Moreover, this review highlights the design and utilization of the interfacial engineering of TMDC/C heterostructures for specific EES and EEC devices. Finally, the challenges and opportunities of using interfacial engineering of TMDC/C heterostructures in practical EES and EEC devices are outlined. We expect that this review will effectively guide readers in their understanding, design, and application of interfacial engineering of TMDC/C heterostructures.
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- Biao Chen
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Key Laboratory of Advanced Ceramics and Machining Technology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, People's Republic of China.
- National Industry-Education Platform of Energy Storage, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Tianjin 300350, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Key Laboratory of Advanced Ceramics and Machining Technology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, People's Republic of China.
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300401, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Key Laboratory of Advanced Ceramics and Machining Technology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, People's Republic of China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Key Laboratory of Advanced Ceramics and Machining Technology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, People's Republic of China.
- National Industry-Education Platform of Energy Storage, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Tianjin 300350, People's Republic of China
- Joint School of National University of Singapore and Tianjin University, International Campus of Tianjin University, Binhai New City, Fuzhou, 350207, People's Republic of China
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Energy Engineering/Institute of Technology for Carbon Neutrality, Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, People's Republic of China
- Shenyang National Laboratory for Materials Science, Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Advanced Materials, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, 5005, Australia.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Key Laboratory of Advanced Ceramics and Machining Technology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, People's Republic of China.
- National Industry-Education Platform of Energy Storage, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Tianjin 300350, People's Republic of China
- Joint School of National University of Singapore and Tianjin University, International Campus of Tianjin University, Binhai New City, Fuzhou, 350207, People's Republic of China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, Key Laboratory of Advanced Ceramics and Machining Technology (Ministry of Education), Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, People's Republic of China.
- National Industry-Education Platform of Energy Storage, Tianjin University, 135 Yaguan Road, Tianjin 300350, People's Republic of China
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Sen S, Richter FH. Typology of Battery Cells - From Liquid to Solid Electrolytes. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2023; 10:e2303985. [PMID: 37752755 PMCID: PMC10667820 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202303985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023]
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The field of battery research is bustling with activity and the plethora of names for batteries that present new cell concepts is indicative of this. Most names have grown historically, each indicative of the research focus in their own time, e.g. lithium-ion batteries, lithium-air batteries, solid-state batteries. Nevertheless, all batteries are essentially made of two electrode layers and an electrolyte layer. This lends itself to a systematic and comprehensive approach by which to identify the cell type and chemistry at a glance. The recent increase in hybridized cell concepts potentially opens a world of new battery types. To retain an overview of this dynamic research field, each battery type is briefly discussed and a systematic typology of battery cells is proposed in the form of the short and universal cell naming system AAM XEBCAM (AAM: anode active material; X: L (liquid), G (gel), PP (plasticized polymer), DP (dry polymer), S (solid), H (hybrid); EB: electrolyte battery; CAM: cathode active material). This classification is based on the principal ion conduction mechanism of the electrolyte during cell operation. Even though the presented typology initiates from the research fields of lithium-ion, solid-state and hybrid battery concepts, it is applicable to any battery cell chemistry.
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- Sudeshna Sen
- Institute of Physical ChemistryJustus‐Liebig‐University GiessenHeinrich‐Buff‐Ring 1735392GiessenGermany
- Center for Materials Research (ZfM)Justus‐Liebig‐University GiessenHeinrich‐Buff‐Ring 1635392GiessenGermany
- Present address:
WMGUniversity of WarwickCoventryCV4 7ALUK
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- Institute of Physical ChemistryJustus‐Liebig‐University GiessenHeinrich‐Buff‐Ring 1735392GiessenGermany
- Center for Materials Research (ZfM)Justus‐Liebig‐University GiessenHeinrich‐Buff‐Ring 1635392GiessenGermany
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Xu W, Zheng JJ, Li YA, Gao X, Ji X, Zhou YG. Nano-Impact Electrochemistry Reveals Kinetics Information of Metal-Ion Battery Materials with Multiple Redox Centers. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202306185. [PMID: 37507837 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202306185] [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: 05/04/2023] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023]
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Prussian blue (PB) has emerged as a promising cathode material in aqueous batteries. It possesses two distinct redox centers, and the potassium ions (K+ ) are unevenly distributed throughout the compound, adding complexity to the interpretation of the K+ insertion/de-insertion kinetic mechanism. Traditional ensemble-averaged measurements are limited in uncovering the precise kinetic information of the PB particles, as the results are influenced by the construction of the porous composite electrode and the redox behavior from different particles. In this study, the electrochemical processes of individual PB particles were investigated using nano-impact electrochemistry. By varying the potentials, different types of transient current signals were obtained that revealed the kinetic mechanism of each oxidation/reduction reaction in combination with theoretical simulation. Additionally, a partially contradictory conclusion between single-particle analysis and the ensemble-averaged measurement was discussed. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the electrochemical processes of cathode materials with multiple redox centers, which facilitates the development of effective strategies to optimize these materials.
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- Wei Xu
- State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Institute of Chemical Biology and Nanomedicine, Hunan University, China
- Greater Bay Area Institute for Innovation, Hunan University, Guangzhou, 511300, Guangdong Province, China
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- Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Institute of Chemical Biology and Nanomedicine, Hunan University, China
- Greater Bay Area Institute for Innovation, Hunan University, Guangzhou, 511300, Guangdong Province, China
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- Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Powder Metallurgy, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Institute of Chemical Biology and Nanomedicine, Hunan University, China
- Greater Bay Area Institute for Innovation, Hunan University, Guangzhou, 511300, Guangdong Province, China
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Chin SX, Lau KS, Ginting RT, Tan ST, Khiew PS, Chia CH, Wongchoosuk C. Facile Preparation of Carbon Nanotubes/Cellulose Nanofibrils/Manganese Dioxide Nanowires Electrode for Improved Solid-Sate Supercapacitor Performances. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3758. [PMID: 37765612 PMCID: PMC10537227 DOI: 10.3390/polym15183758] [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: 07/24/2023] [Revised: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Wearable energy storage devices require high mechanical stability and high-capacitance flexible electrodes. In this study, we design a flexible supercapacitor electrode consisting of 1-dimensional carbon nanotubes (CNT), cellulose nanofibrils (CNF), and manganese dioxide nanowires (MnO2 NWs). The flexible and conductive CNT/CNF-MnO2 NWs suspension was first prepared via ultrasonic dispersion approach, followed by vacuum filtration and hot press to form the composite paper electrode. The morphological studies show entanglement between CNT and CNF, which supports the mechanical properties of the composite. The CNT/CNF-MnO2 NWs electrode exhibits lower resistance when subjected to various bending angles (-120-+120°) compared to the CNT/CNF electrode. In addition, the solid-state supercapacitor also shows a high energy density of 38 μWh cm-2 and capacitance retention of 83.2% after 5000 cycles.
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- Siew Xian Chin
- Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand;
- ASASIpintar Program, Pusat GENIUS@Pintar Negara, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Materials Science Program, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia;
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, Universitas Prima Indonesia, Medan 20118, North Sumatra, Indonesia
- Nanomaterials for Renewable Energy (NRE) Laboratory, Medan 20133, North Sumatra, Indonesia
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia;
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- Center of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Faculty of Engineering, University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus, Jalan Broga, Semenyih 43500, Selangor, Malaysia;
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- Materials Science Program, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia;
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- Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand;
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Qiu H, Qu X, Zhang Y, Chen S, Shen Y. Robust PANI@MXene/GQDs-Based Fiber Fabric Electrodes via Microfluidic Wet-Fusing Spinning Chemistry. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2023; 35:e2302326. [PMID: 37354134 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202302326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Revised: 06/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/26/2023]
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Two-dimensional transition metal titanium carbide (Ti3 C2 Tx ) as a promising candidate material for batteries and supercapacitors has shown excellent electrochemical performance, but it is difficult to meet practical applications because of its poor morphology structure, low mechanical properties, and expensive process. Here, an applied and efficient method based on microfluidic wet-fusing spinning chemistry (MWSC) is proposed to construct hierarchical structure of MXene-based fiber fabrics (MFFs), allowing the availability of MFF electrodes with ultrastrong toughness, high conductivity, and easily machinable properties. First, a dot-sheet structure constructed by graphene quantum dots (GQDs) and MXene nanosheets with multianchor interaction in the microchannel of a microfluidic device enhances the mechanical strength of MXene fibers; next, the interfused fiber network structure of Ti3 C2 Tx /GQDs fabrics assembled by the MWSC process enhances the deformability of the whole fabrics; finally, the core-shell structure of PANI@Ti3 C2 Tx /GQDs architected by in-situ polymerization growth of polyaniline (PANI) nanofibers provides more ion-accessible pathways and sites for kinetic migration and ion accumulation. Through the morphology and microstructure design, this strategy has directive significance to the large-scale preparation of conductive fabric electrodes and provides a viable solution for simultaneously enhancing mechanical strength and electrochemical performance of conductive fabric electrodes.
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- Hui Qiu
- State Key Laboratory of Materials-Oriented Chemical Engineering, College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals and Functional Polymer Materials, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 210009, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials-Oriented Chemical Engineering, College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals and Functional Polymer Materials, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 210009, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials-Oriented Chemical Engineering, College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals and Functional Polymer Materials, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 210009, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Materials-Oriented Chemical Engineering, College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals and Functional Polymer Materials, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing, 210009, P. R. China
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- Engineering Research Center of Bio-Process, Ministry of Education, School of Food & Biological Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, 230009, P. R. China
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Bu F, Gao Y, Wang Q, Wang Y, Li C, Yang J, Liu X, Guan C. Ultraviolet-Assisted Printing of Flexible Solid-State Zn-Ion Battery with a Heterostructure Electrolyte. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2303108. [PMID: 37222117 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202303108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2023] [Revised: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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Flexible solid-state Zn-ion batteries (ZIBs) have garnered considerable attention for next-generation power sources, but the corrosion, dendrite growth, and interfacial problems severely hinder their practical applications. Herein, a high-performance flexible solid-state ZIB with a unique heterostructure electrolyte is facilely fabricated through ultraviolet-assisted printing strategy. The solid polymer/hydrogel heterostructure matrix not only isolates water molecules and optimizes electric field distribution for dendrite-free anode, but also facilitates fast and in-depth Zn2+ transport in the cathode. The in situ ultraviolet-assisted printing creates cross-linked and well-bonded interfaces between the electrodes and the electrolyte, enabling low ionic transfer resistance and high mechanical stability. As a result, the heterostructure electrolyte based ZIB outperforms single-electrolyte based cells. It not only delivers a high capacity of 442.2 mAh g-1 with long cycling life of 900 cycles at 2 A g-1 , but also maintains stable operation under mechanical bending and high-pressure compression in a wide temperature range (-20 °C to 100 °C).
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- Fan Bu
- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
- Key laboratory of Flexible Electronics of Zhejiang Provience, Ningbo Institute of Northwestern Polytechnical University, 218 Qingyi Road, Ningbo, 315103, China
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- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
- Key laboratory of Flexible Electronics of Zhejiang Provience, Ningbo Institute of Northwestern Polytechnical University, 218 Qingyi Road, Ningbo, 315103, China
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- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
- Key laboratory of Flexible Electronics of Zhejiang Provience, Ningbo Institute of Northwestern Polytechnical University, 218 Qingyi Road, Ningbo, 315103, China
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- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
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- Institute of Flexible Electronics, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an, 710072, China
- Key laboratory of Flexible Electronics of Zhejiang Provience, Ningbo Institute of Northwestern Polytechnical University, 218 Qingyi Road, Ningbo, 315103, China
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Wang Q, Kaushik S, Xiao X, Xu Q. Sustainable zinc-air battery chemistry: advances, challenges and prospects. Chem Soc Rev 2023; 52:6139-6190. [PMID: 37565571 DOI: 10.1039/d2cs00684g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 39.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/12/2023]
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Sustainable zinc-air batteries (ZABs) are considered promising energy storage devices owing to their inherent safety, high energy density, wide operating temperature window, environmental friendliness, etc., showing great prospect for future large-scale applications. Thus, tremendous efforts have been devoted to addressing the critical challenges associated with sustainable ZABs, aiming to significantly improve their energy efficiency and prolong their operation lifespan. The growing interest in sustainable ZABs requires in-depth research on oxygen electrocatalysts, electrolytes, and Zn anodes, which have not been systematically reviewed to date. In this review, the fundamentals of ZABs, oxygen electrocatalysts for air cathodes, physicochemical properties of ZAB electrolytes, and issues and strategies for the stabilization of Zn anodes are systematically summarized from the perspective of fundamental characteristics and design principles. Meanwhile, significant advances in the in situ/operando characterization of ZABs are highlighted to provide insights into the reaction mechanism and dynamic evolution of the electrolyte|electrode interface. Finally, several critical thoughts and perspectives are provided regarding the challenges and opportunities for sustainable ZABs. Therefore, this review provides a thorough understanding of the advanced sustainable ZAB chemistry, hoping that this timely and comprehensive review can shed light on the upcoming research horizons of this prosperous area.
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- Qichen Wang
- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen 518055, China.
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen 518055, China.
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen 518055, China.
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- Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Micro/Nano-Porous Functional Materials (SKLPM), SUSTech-Kyoto University Advanced Energy Materials Joint Innovation Laboratory (SKAEM-JIL), Key University Laboratory of Highly Efficient Utilization of Solar Energy and Sustainable Development of Guangdong, Department of Chemistry and Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), Shenzhen 518055, China.
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Tao B, Zhong D, Li H, Wang G, Chang H. Halide solid-state electrolytes for all-solid-state batteries: structural design, synthesis, environmental stability, interface optimization and challenges. Chem Sci 2023; 14:8693-8722. [PMID: 37621443 PMCID: PMC10445474 DOI: 10.1039/d3sc02093b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Since the huge breakthrough in 2018, research on halide solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) has set off a new craze. In comparison with oxide and sulfide SSEs, halide SSEs have more balanced properties in various aspects, including ionic conductivity, electrochemical stability window, and moisture resistance. Herein, the overall knowledge and deep understanding of halide SSEs and their practical applications in all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) are introduced. Firstly, the principle of screening halide SSE components is proposed. Among F, Cl, Br and I anions, the Cl anion is excellent owing to its suitable ionic conductivity and electrochemical stability window. The Sc, Y, and lanthanide elements are also more compatible with Cl anions in terms of electronegativity. Secondly, the structural design theory of halide SSEs with high ionic conductivity and the mechanism of Li ion migration are described. A monoclinic structure is more conducive to Li ion migration, compared with trigonal and orthorhombic structures. Additionally, substitution strategies for halide SSEs are discussed, mainly including dual-halogen, isovalent cation substitution, and aliovalent cation substitution. Furthermore, the mechanism of moisture resistance and synthesis method of halide SSEs are analyzed. Compared with the solid-state reaction and mechanochemistry method, wet chemical synthesis is more likely to achieve scale-up production of halide SSEs. Finally, the application prospects and challenges of halide SSEs in ASSBs are outlined.
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- Boran Tao
- Liuzhou Key Laboratory of New-Energy Vehicle Lithium Battery, School of Electronic Engineering, Guangxi University of Science and Technology Liuzhou 545006 China
- Quantum-Nano Matter and Device Lab, State Key Laboratory of Material Processing and Die & Mould Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology Wuhan 430074 China
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- Liuzhou Key Laboratory of New-Energy Vehicle Lithium Battery, School of Electronic Engineering, Guangxi University of Science and Technology Liuzhou 545006 China
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- Liuzhou Key Laboratory of New-Energy Vehicle Lithium Battery, School of Electronic Engineering, Guangxi University of Science and Technology Liuzhou 545006 China
- Quantum-Nano Matter and Device Lab, State Key Laboratory of Material Processing and Die & Mould Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology Wuhan 430074 China
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- Liuzhou Key Laboratory of New-Energy Vehicle Lithium Battery, School of Electronic Engineering, Guangxi University of Science and Technology Liuzhou 545006 China
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- Quantum-Nano Matter and Device Lab, State Key Laboratory of Material Processing and Die & Mould Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology Wuhan 430074 China
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Liu N, Liang Z, Yang F, Wang X, Zhong J, Gui X, Yang G, Zeng Z, Yu D. Flexible Solid-State Metal-Air Batteries: The Booming of Portable Energy Supplies. CHEMSUSCHEM 2023; 16:e202202192. [PMID: 36567256 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202202192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2022] [Revised: 12/23/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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The rapid development of portable and wearable electronics has given rise to new challenges and provoked research in flexible, lightweight, and affordable energy storage devices. Flexible solid-state metal-air batteries (FSSMABs) are considered promising candidates, owing to their large energy density, mechanical flexibility, and durability. However, the practical applications of FSSMABs require further improvement to meet the demands of long-term stability, high power density, and large operating voltage. This Review presents a detailed discussion of innovative electrocatalysts for the air cathode, followed by a sequential overview of high-performance solid-state electrolytes and metal anodes, and a summary of the current challenges and future perspectives of FSSMABs to promote practical application and large-scale commercialization in the near future.
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- Ning Liu
- State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies, Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Wearable Devices, Nanotechnology Research Center, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies, Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Wearable Devices, Nanotechnology Research Center, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Polymeric Composite and Functional Materials of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of High-Performance Polymer-Based Composites of Guangdong Province, School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
- School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Sun Yat-sen University, Zhuhai, 528478, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Polymeric Composite and Functional Materials of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of High-Performance Polymer-Based Composites of Guangdong Province, School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies, Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Wearable Devices, Nanotechnology Research Center, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies, School of Electronics and Information Technology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies, Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Wearable Devices, Nanotechnology Research Center, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies, Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Flexible Electronic Materials and Wearable Devices, Nanotechnology Research Center, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Polymeric Composite and Functional Materials of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of High-Performance Polymer-Based Composites of Guangdong Province, School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510275, P. R. China
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Zhong X, Zheng Z, Xu J, Xiao X, Sun C, Zhang M, Ma J, Xu B, Yu K, Zhang X, Cheng HM, Zhou G. Flexible Zinc-Air Batteries with Ampere-Hour Capacities and Wide-Temperature Adaptabilities. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2023; 35:e2209980. [PMID: 36716772 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202209980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Revised: 01/19/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Flexible Zn-air batteries (FZABs) have significant potentials as efficient energy storage devices for wearable electronics because of their safeties and high energy-to-cost ratios. However, their application is limited by their short cycle lives, low discharge capacities per cycle, and high charge/discharge polarizations. Accordingly, herein, a poly(sodium acrylate)-polyvinyl alcohol (PANa-PVA)-ionic liquid (IL) hydrogel (PANa-PVA-IL) is prepared using a hygroscopic IL, 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, as an additive for twin-chain PANa-PVA. PANa-PVA-IL exhibits a high conductivity of 306.9 mS cm-1 and a water uptake of 2515 wt% at room temperature. Moreover, a low-cost bifunctional catalyst, namely, Co9 S8 nanoparticles anchored on N- and S-co-doped activated carbon black pearls 2000 (Co9 S8 -NSABP), is synthesized, which demonstrates a low O2 reversibility potential gap of 0.629 V. FZABs based on PANa-PVA-IL and Co9 S8 -NSABP demonstrate high discharge capacities of 1.67 mAh cm-2 per cycle and long cycle lives of 330 h. Large-scale flexible rechargeable Zn-air pouch cells exhibit total capacities of 1.03 Ah and energy densities of 246 Wh kgcell -1 . This study provides new information about hydrogels with high ionic conductivities and water uptakes and should facilitate the application of FZABs in wearable electronics.
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- Xiongwei Zhong
- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Faculty of Materials Science and Energy Engineering/Institute of Technology for Carbon Neutrality, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Science, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- Shenyang National Laboratory for Materials Science, Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 72 Wenhua Road, Shenyang, 110016, China
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- Shenzhen Geim Graphene Center, Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute & Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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Chen Y, Ren H, Rong D, Huang Y, He S, Rong Q. Stretchable all-in-one supercapacitor enabled by poly(ethylene glycol)-based hydrogel electrolyte with low-temperature tolerance. POLYMER 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.polymer.2023.125796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2023]
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Zhang Q, Liu X, Zhu X, Wan Y, Zhong C. Interface Engineering of Zinc Electrode for Rechargeable Alkaline Zinc-Based Batteries. SMALL METHODS 2023; 7:e2201277. [PMID: 36605007 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202201277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 12/05/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Rechargeable aqueous zinc-based batteries have gained considerable interest because of their advantages of high theoretical capacity, being eco-friendly, and cost effectiveness. In particular, zinc-based batteries with alkaline electrolyte show great promise due to their high working voltage. However, there remain great challenges for the commercialization of the rechargeable alkaline zinc-based batteries, which are mainly impeded by the limited reversibility of the zinc electrode. The critical problems refer to the dendrites growth, electrode passivation, shape change, and side reactions, affecting discharge capacity, columbic efficiency, and cycling stability of the battery. All the issues are highly associated with the interfacial properties, including both electrons and ions transport behavior at the electrode interface. Herein, this work concentrates on the fundamental electrochemistry of the challenges in the zinc electrode and the design strategies for developing high-performance zinc electrodes with regard to optimizing the interfaces between host and active materials as well as electrode and electrolyte. In addition, potential directions for the investigation of electrodes and electrolytes for high-performance zinc-based batteries are presented, aiming at promoting the development of rechargeable alkaline zinc-based batteries.
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- Quanchao Zhang
- Jiangxi Key Laboratory of Nanobiomaterials, Institute of Advanced Materials, East China Jiaotong University, Nanchang, 330013, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Ceramics and Machining Technology (Ministry of Education), and Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- Jiangxi Key Laboratory of Nanobiomaterials, Institute of Advanced Materials, East China Jiaotong University, Nanchang, 330013, China
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- Jiangxi Key Laboratory of Nanobiomaterials, Institute of Advanced Materials, East China Jiaotong University, Nanchang, 330013, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Ceramics and Machining Technology (Ministry of Education), and Tianjin Key Laboratory of Composite and Functional Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, China
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