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Wang S, Tao H, Yang J, Cheng J, Liu H, Lian C. Structure and Screening in Confined Electrolytes: The Role of Ion Association. J Phys Chem Lett 2024; 15:7147-7153. [PMID: 38959446 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpclett.4c01698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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The effect of ionic association on the structure and property of confined electrolytes is investigated using the classical density functional theory. We find that ionic association strongly affects the ion distribution, surface force, and screening behavior of confined electrolytes. The decay length ξ, which can describe the screening effect of high-concentration electrolytes, satisfies a scaling relationship ξ/λD ∼ (σ/λD)n, with λD being the Debye length and σ representing the ion diameter. We find that n = 1.5 in the nonassociation model, which is contributed by the charge correlation, but n = 3 in the association model, which is contributed by the density correlation. The ion association changes the concentration-dependent characteristics of the screening length by promoting the shift of the decay behavior from the charge-dominated regime to the density-dominated regime. Our result reveals the importance of ion association for electrolyte structure and screening behaviors.
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- Sijie Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering and School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering and School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering and School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering and School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering and School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering and School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China
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Che C, Wu F, Li Y, Li Y, Li S, Wu C, Bai Y. Challenges and Breakthroughs in Enhancing Temperature Tolerance of Sodium-Ion Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2402291. [PMID: 38635166 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202402291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2024] [Revised: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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Lithium-based batteries (LBBs) have been highly researched and recognized as a mature electrochemical energy storage (EES) system in recent years. However, their stability and effectiveness are primarily confined to room temperature conditions. At temperatures significantly below 0 °C or above 60 °C, LBBs experience substantial performance degradation. Under such challenging extreme contexts, sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) emerge as a promising complementary technology, distinguished by their fast dynamics at low-temperature regions and superior safety under elevated temperatures. Notably, developing SIBs suitable for wide-temperature usage still presents significant challenges, particularly for specific applications such as electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and deep-space/polar explorations, which requires a thorough understanding of how SIBs perform under different temperature conditions. By reviewing the development of wide-temperature SIBs, the influence of temperature on the parameters related to battery performance, such as reaction constant, charge transfer resistance, etc., is systematically and comprehensively analyzed. The review emphasizes challenges encountered by SIBs in both low and high temperatures while exploring recent advancements in SIB materials, specifically focusing on strategies to enhance battery performance across diverse temperature ranges. Overall, insights gained from these studies will drive the development of SIBs that can handle the challenges posed by diverse and harsh climates.
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- Chang Che
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, P. R. China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, P. R. China
- Yangtze Delta Region Academy of Beijing Institute of Technology, Jiaxing, 314019, P. R. China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, P. R. China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, P. R. China
- Yangtze Delta Region Academy of Beijing Institute of Technology, Jiaxing, 314019, P. R. China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, P. R. China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, P. R. China
- Yangtze Delta Region Academy of Beijing Institute of Technology, Jiaxing, 314019, P. R. China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, P. R. China
- Yangtze Delta Region Academy of Beijing Institute of Technology, Jiaxing, 314019, P. R. China
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Zhang Y, Gou Z, Zheng K, Dou Y, Zhou Z. Enhancing the Stability of Metallic Li Anodes for Aprotic Li-O 2 Batteries with Dual-Anion Electrolytes. J Phys Chem Lett 2024; 15:6598-6604. [PMID: 38885459 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpclett.4c01549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/20/2024]
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Despite the impressive specific capacity of Li-O2 batteries, challenges persist, particularly with lithium metal anode (LMA). These include dendritic growth and unstable solid electrolyte interface (SEI) layers, which become more pronounced in an oxygen-rich environment, a typical operation scenario for Li-O2 batteries. Herein, utilizing a hybrid dual anion electrolyte (DAE) strategy, which incorporates both inorganic LiNO3 and organic Li[(FSO2)(C2F5SO2)N] (LiFPFSI) salts, the dendritic growth is evidently inhibited by creating a "concrete-like" SEI structure. Simultaneously, it fosters the development of a fluorine-rich SEI layer. Consequently, a robust, compact, and stable barrier is formed, adeptly suppressing side reactions between LMA and the electrolyte, particularly those relevant to dissolved O2. The practicality and efficiency of this DAE strategy are validated across a variety of battery types including Li/Li, Li/Cu, and notably Li-O2 batteries, which showcased significantly improved reversibility and durability. These results underscore the important role of multifunctional salts in interphase engineering for LMA, which could lead to advancements in Li-O2 batteries.
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- Yantao Zhang
- College of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Hebei University of Science and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050018, China
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- College of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Hebei University of Science and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050018, China
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- College of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Engineering, Hebei University of Science and Technology, Shijiazhuang 050018, China
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- Interdisciplinary Research Center for Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering (IRC4SE2), School of Chemical Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
- Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Interdisciplinary Research Center for Sustainable Energy Science and Engineering (IRC4SE2), School of Chemical Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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Lu Y, Han H, Yang Z, Ni Y, Meng Z, Zhang Q, Wu H, Xie W, Yan Z, Chen J. High-capacity dilithium hydroquinone cathode material for lithium-ion batteries. Natl Sci Rev 2024; 11:nwae146. [PMID: 38741713 PMCID: PMC11089817 DOI: 10.1093/nsr/nwae146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024] Open
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Lithiated organic cathode materials show great promise for practical applications in lithium-ion batteries owing to their Li-reservoir characteristics. However, the reported lithiated organic cathode materials still suffer from strict synthesis conditions and low capacity. Here we report a thermal intermolecular rearrangement method without organic solvents to prepare dilithium hydroquinone (Li2Q), which delivers a high capacity of 323 mAh g-1 with an average discharge voltage of 2.8 V. The reversible conversion between orthorhombic Li2Q and monoclinic benzoquinone during charge/discharge processes is revealed by in situ X-ray diffraction. Theoretical calculations show that the unique Li-O channels in Li2Q are beneficial for Li+ ion diffusion. In situ ultraviolet-visible spectra demonstrate that the dissolution issue of Li2Q electrodes during charge/discharge processes can be handled by separator modification, resulting in enhanced cycling stability. This work sheds light on the synthesis and battery application of high-capacity lithiated organic cathode materials.
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- Yong Lu
- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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Zhu Q, Fu D, Ji Q, Yang Z. A Review of Macrocycles Applied in Electrochemical Energy Storge and Conversion. Molecules 2024; 29:2522. [PMID: 38893398 PMCID: PMC11173979 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29112522] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2024] [Revised: 05/16/2024] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Macrocycles composed of diverse aromatic or nonaromatic structures, such as cyclodextrins (CDs), calixarenes (CAs), cucurbiturils (CBs), and pillararenes (PAs), have garnered significant attention due to their inherent advantages of possessing cavity structures, unique functional groups, and facile modification. Due to these distinctive features enabling them to facilitate ion insertion and extraction, form crosslinked porous structures, offer multiple redox-active sites, and engage in host-guest interactions, macrocycles have made huge contributions to electrochemical energy storage and conversion (EES/EEC). Here, we have summarized the recent advancements and challenges in the utilization of CDs, CAs, CBs, and PAs as well as other novel macrocycles applied in EES/EEC devices. The molecular structure, properties, and modification strategies are discussed along with the corresponding energy density, specific capacity, and cycling life properties in detail. Finally, crucial limitations and future research directions pertaining to these macrocycles in electrochemical energy storage and conversion are addressed. It is hoped that this review is able to inspire interest and enthusiasm in researchers to investigate macrocycles and promote their applications in EES/EEC.
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- Qijian Zhu
- Department of Resources and Environment, Moutai Institute, Renhuai 564500, China;
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- School of Chemistry and Materials, Guizhou Normal University, Guiyang 550025, China;
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- Department of Resources and Environment, Moutai Institute, Renhuai 564500, China;
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- School of Chemistry and Materials, Guizhou Normal University, Guiyang 550025, China;
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Yin L, Zhang P, Yang J, Meng J, Wu M, Pu X. A Dual-Bond Crosslinking Strategy Enabling Resilient and Recyclable Electrolyte Elastomers for Solid-State Lithium Metal Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024:e202404769. [PMID: 38783562 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202404769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2024] [Revised: 05/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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Elastomeric solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) are highly promising to address the solid-solid-interface issues of solid-state lithium metal batteries (LMBs), but compromises have to be made to balance the intrinsic trade-offs among their conductive, resilient and recyclable properties. Here, we propose a dual-bond crosslinking strategy for SPEs to realize simultaneously high ionic conductivity, elastic resilience and recyclability. An elastomeric SPE is therefore designed with hemiaminal dynamic covalent networks and Li+-dissociation co-polymer chains, where the -C-N- bond maintains the load-bearing covalent network under stress but is chemically reversible through a non-spontaneous reaction, the weaker intramolecular hydrogen bond is mechanically reversible, and the soft chains endow the rapid ion conduction. With this delicate structure, the optimized SPE elastomer achieves high elastic resilience without loading-unloading hysteresis, outstanding ionic conductivity of 0.2 mS cm-1 (25 °C) and chemical recyclability. Then, exceptional room-temperature performances are obtained for repeated Li plating/stripping tests, and stable cycling of LMBs with either LiFePO4 or 4.3 V-class LiFe0.2Mn0.8PO4 cathode. Furthermore, the recycled and reprocessed SPEs can be circularly reused in LMBs without significant performance degradation. Our findings provide an inspiring design principle for SPEs to address the solid-solid-interface and sustainability challenges of solid-state LMBs.
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- Lijiang Yin
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Center on Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning, 530004, China
- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101400, China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101400, China
- College of Materials Science and Technology, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Center on Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning, 530004, China
- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101400, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Center on Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning, 530004, China
- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101400, China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101400, China
- Key Laboratory of the Ministry of Education for Advanced Catalysis Material, Institute of Physical Chemistry, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua, 321004, Zhejiang, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Center on Nanoenergy Research, School of Physical Science and Technology, Guangxi University, Nanning, 530004, China
- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101400, China
- School of Nanoscience and Enigneering, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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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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Gong S, Chao Y, Yang F, Wu S, Wang Y, Chao D, Jia X. Bifunctional Potential Structure Design Breaks Electrolyte Limitations of Zinc Ion Battery. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202401629. [PMID: 38385954 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202401629] [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: 01/23/2024] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) are safe and economical for grid applications. However, current ZIBs have limitations in terms of inferior capacity and low output voltage, which are hampered by the electrolyte applicability of the Zn2+ hosts. In this study, we propose a novel organic cathode design strategy with a bifunctional potential region. This polymeric Zn2+ host combines the conjugated polyaniline backbone to tune the molecular surface pH and [Fe(CN)6]3-/4- redox couple for high output voltage and capacity. The polyaniline doped with ferricyanide (PAF) electrode exhibits two forms of charge storage in ZIBs: proton-assisted Zn2+ doping below 1.2 V (mechanism I), and [Fe(CN)6]3-/4- redox pair above 1.8 V (mechanism II). Density functional theory calculations and in situ pH experiments demonstrated that the H+ doping process of mechanism I forms a localized pH regulation on the molecular chain surface, providing a favorable reaction environment for mechanism II. The Zn-polymer battery delivered an outstanding discharge capacity (405.2 mAh g-1) and high output voltage (1.8 V) in the Zn(CF3SO3)2 electrolyte. This study provides a new route for enhancing the structural stability of electrodes and overcoming the electrolyte limitations of ferricyanide in weakly acidic electrolytes.
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- Shengen Gong
- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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- Henan Institute of Advanced Technology, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450003, China
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- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Integrated Optoelectronics, College of Electronic Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, China
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Yao W, Liao K, Lai T, Sul H, Manthiram A. Rechargeable Metal-Sulfur Batteries: Key Materials to Mechanisms. Chem Rev 2024; 124:4935-5118. [PMID: 38598693 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.3c00919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/12/2024]
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Rechargeable metal-sulfur batteries are considered promising candidates for energy storage due to their high energy density along with high natural abundance and low cost of raw materials. However, they could not yet be practically implemented due to several key challenges: (i) poor conductivity of sulfur and the discharge product metal sulfide, causing sluggish redox kinetics, (ii) polysulfide shuttling, and (iii) parasitic side reactions between the electrolyte and the metal anode. To overcome these obstacles, numerous strategies have been explored, including modifications to the cathode, anode, electrolyte, and binder. In this review, the fundamental principles and challenges of metal-sulfur batteries are first discussed. Second, the latest research on metal-sulfur batteries is presented and discussed, covering their material design, synthesis methods, and electrochemical performances. Third, emerging advanced characterization techniques that reveal the working mechanisms of metal-sulfur batteries are highlighted. Finally, the possible future research directions for the practical applications of metal-sulfur batteries are discussed. This comprehensive review aims to provide experimental strategies and theoretical guidance for designing and understanding the intricacies of metal-sulfur batteries; thus, it can illuminate promising pathways for progressing high-energy-density metal-sulfur battery systems.
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- Weiqi Yao
- Materials Science and Engineering Program & Texas Materials Institute, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712, United States
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- Materials Science and Engineering Program & Texas Materials Institute, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712, United States
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- Materials Science and Engineering Program & Texas Materials Institute, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712, United States
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- Materials Science and Engineering Program & Texas Materials Institute, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712, United States
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- Materials Science and Engineering Program & Texas Materials Institute, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas 78712, United States
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Zhao Y, Sui S, Yang Q, Li J, Chu S, Gu M, Li L, Shi S, Zhang Y, Chen Z, Chou S, Lei K. Electrolyte-Induced Morphology Evolution to Boost Potassium Storage Performance of Perylene-3,4,9,10-tetracarboxylic Dianhydride. NANO LETTERS 2024; 24:4546-4553. [PMID: 38588452 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.4c00590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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Organic materials have attracted extensive attention for potassium-ion batteries due to their flexible structure designability and environmental friendliness. However, organic materials generally suffer from unavoidable dissolution in aprotic electrolytes, causing an unsatisfactory electrochemical performance. Herein, we designed a weakly solvating electrolyte to boost the potassium storage performance of perylene-3,4,9,10-tetracarboxylic dianhydride (PTCDA). The electrolyte induces an in situ morphology evolution and achieves a nanowire structure. The weakly dissolving capability of ethylene glycol diethyl ether-based electrolyte and unique nanowire structure effectively avoid the dissolution of PTCDA. As a result, PTCDA shows excellent cycling stability (a capacity retention of 89.1% after 2000 cycles) and good rate performance (70.3 mAh g-1 at 50C). In addition, experimental detail discloses that the sulfonyl group plays a key role in inducing morphology evolution during the charge/discharge process. This work opens up new opportunities in electrolyte design for organic electrodes and illuminates further developments of potassium-ion batteries.
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- Yuqing Zhao
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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- Institute for Carbon Neutralization, College of Chemistry and Materials Engineering, Wenzhou University, Tianjin 325035, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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- Institute for Carbon Neutralization, College of Chemistry and Materials Engineering, Wenzhou University, Tianjin 325035, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Materials Laminating Fabrication and Interface Control Technology, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin 300401, China
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Ma S, Zhang D, Tang Z, Li W, Zhang Y, Zhang Y, Ji K, Chen M. In Situ Polymerized Quasi-Solid Electrolytes Compounded with Ionic Liquid Empowering Long-Life Cycling of 4.45 V Lithium-Metal Battery. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024. [PMID: 38600661 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c00866] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/12/2024]
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High-voltage resistant quasi-solid-state polymer electrolytes (QSPEs) are promising for enhancing the energy density of lithium-metal batteries in practice. However, side reactions occurring at the interfaces between the anodes or cathodes and QSPEs considerably reduce the lifespan of high-voltage LMBs. In this study, a copolymer of vinyl ethylene carbonate (VEC) and poly(ethylene glycol) diacrylate (PEGDA) was used as the framework, with a cellulose membrane (CE) as the supporting layer. Based on density functional theory calculations, 1-butyl-1-methylpyrrolidinium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide (Pyr14TFSI), an ionic liquid, was screened because of its lowest unoccupied molecular orbital energy level as a modifying agent for the in situ P(VECx-EGy)/Pyrz/LiTFSI@CE QSPEs synthesis. Pyr14+, with a lithiophobic alkyl chain, forms a dense positive ion shielding layer on the protruding tips of deposited lithium, facilitating uniform and smooth lithium deposition. Pyr14TFSI assists in constructing a stable solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) layer on the Li surface enriched with LiF, Li3N, and RCOOLi. The modulation of lithium deposition behavior on the anode by Pyr14TFSI ensures stable Li plating/stripping for >1500 h. A Li-Cu cell exhibits stable cycling for >200 cycles at a current density of 0.05 mA cm-2, with an average Coulombic efficiency of 92.7%. In situ polymerization ensures that P(VECx-EGy)/Pyrz/LiTFSI@CE QSPEs exhibit excellent interface compatibility with the anode and the cathode. The CR2032 button cell Li|P(VEC1-EG0.06)/Pyr0.4/LiTFSI@CE|LiCoO2 demonstrates stable cycling with a negligible capacity decay of 0.083% per cycle for >390 cycles at 25 °C and 0.2 C when using a high-voltage LiCoO2 (4.45 V) cathode. Furthermore, a 7.1 mAh pouch cell achieves stable charge-discharge cycles, confirming the pronounced stability of the as-fabricated QSPE at the interfaces of the high-voltage LiCoO2 cathode and Li anode.
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- Shuo Ma
- Key Laboratory for Green Chemical Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering (Tianjin), Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- The Research Center of Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- The Research Center of Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- The Research Center of Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Green Chemical Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering (Tianjin), Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Green Chemical Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering (Tianjin), Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Green Chemical Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering (Tianjin), Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory for Green Chemical Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
- Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering (Tianjin), Tianjin University, Yaguan Road 135, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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Liao S, Zhao W, Gu X. Morphology and selectivity of hydrated alkali metal ions as depth of discharge in the 1T-MoS 2 electrode with aqueous electrolytes. Phys Chem Chem Phys 2024; 26:11094-11104. [PMID: 38530648 DOI: 10.1039/d3cp06031d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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Aqueous ion batteries have great commercial potential in green power and energy storage due to their green nature, safety and high ionic conductivities. Different from organic electrolytes, alkali ions (Li+, Na+, and K+) inevitably bring water molecules into the electrodes during the charging/discharging process due to the hydration of ions with water molecules. The selectivity of alkali ions and the mechanism of how water molecules are involved in the ion extraction/insertion process in the electrodes have not been clarified. In this study, we focus on the characteristics of the intra-layer distribution of different hydrated ions (Li+, Na+, and K+) and the quantitative analysis of the selectivity of hydrated cations in aqueous batteries. We found that the concentration of hydrated ions greatly affects their distribution within the 1T-MoS2 layers, and the presence of hydrogen bonding and O-O repulsive forces between water molecules causes the hydrated ions to gradually form chains from the dispersed state under the effect of hydrogen bonding and ionic bonding, then further form strips, and ultimately be densely dispersed within the whole layer. In addition, the chemical potential difference of hydrated ions is the key to the competitive reaction, and we quantitatively analyze the selectivity relationship between hydrated cations throughout the charging and discharging process; hydrated sodium ions will have better performance than lithium and potassium ions in aqueous batteries.
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- Shenrui Liao
- School of Physical Science and Technology, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China.
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China.
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- School of Physical Science and Technology, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China.
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Wu X, Zhou W, Ye C, Zhang J, Liu Z, Yang C, Peng J, Liu J, Gao P. Porphyrin-Thiophene Based Conjugated Polymer Cathode with High Capacity for Lithium-Organic Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202317135. [PMID: 38332748 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202317135] [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: 11/10/2023] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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Organic electrode materials are promising for next-generation energy storage materials due to their environmental friendliness and sustainable renewability. However, problems such as their high solubility in electrolytes and low intrinsic conductivity have always plagued their further application. Polymerization to form conjugated organic polymers can not only inhibit the dissolution of organic electrodes in the electrolyte, but also enhance the intrinsic conductivity of organic molecules. Herein, we synthesized a new conjugated organic polymer (COPs) COP500-CuT2TP (poly [5,10,15,20-tetra(2,2'-bithiophen-5-yl) porphyrinato] copper (II)) by electrochemical polymerization method. Due to the self-exfoliation behavior, the porphyrin cathode exhibited a reversible discharge capacity of 420 mAh g-1, and a high specific energy of 900 Wh Kg-1 with a first coulombic efficiency of 96 % at 100 mA g-1. Excellent cycling stability up to 8000 cycles without capacity loss was achieved even at a high current density of 5 A g-1. This highly conjugated structure promotes COP500-CuT2TP combined high energy density, high power density, and good cycling stability, which would open new opportunity for the designable and versatile organic electrodes for electrochemical energy storage.
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- Xing Wu
- Key laboratory of Enviromentally Friendly Chemistry and Application of Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry, Xiangtan University, 411105, Xiangtan, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Hunan Joint International Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Technology of Clean Energy., Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, China
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- Key laboratory of Enviromentally Friendly Chemistry and Application of Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry, Xiangtan University, 411105, Xiangtan, China
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- Key laboratory of Enviromentally Friendly Chemistry and Application of Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry, Xiangtan University, 411105, Xiangtan, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, 350108, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, 350108, China
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Xiangtan University, Xiangtan, 411105, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Hunan Joint International Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Technology of Clean Energy., Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, China
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- Key laboratory of Enviromentally Friendly Chemistry and Application of Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry, Xiangtan University, 411105, Xiangtan, China
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Yin M, Liu X, Li C, Liao D, Yang Y, Han S, Fan L, Zhao J, Yu H, Zeng Q, Wang D. An electrospun three-layer nanofibrous membrane-based in situ gel separator for efficient lithium-organic batteries. Chem Commun (Camb) 2024; 60:3198-3201. [PMID: 38415765 DOI: 10.1039/d4cc00083h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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An in situ gel separator based on an electrospun three-layer nanofibrous membrane (PSE11-Gel) is developed for high-performance lithium-organic batteries (LOBs). The highly efficient shuttle effect inhibition of organic cathode molecules or lithiated intermediates has been demonstrated for PSE11-Gel to realize high-capacity stable LOBs.
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- Mingyu Yin
- College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, China.
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- College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, China.
- Institute of Carbon Peaking and Carbon Neutralization, Wuyi University, Jiangmen, 529020, China
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- College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, China.
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- College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, China.
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- College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, China.
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- College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, China.
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- College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, China.
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- College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, China.
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- College of Textile Science and Engineering, Wuyi University, Jiangmen 529020, China.
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- School of Applied Physics and Materials, Wuyi University, Jiangmen, 529020, China.
- Institute of Carbon Peaking and Carbon Neutralization, Wuyi University, Jiangmen, 529020, China
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- School of Applied Physics and Materials, Wuyi University, Jiangmen, 529020, China.
- Institute of Carbon Peaking and Carbon Neutralization, Wuyi University, Jiangmen, 529020, China
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Lu Y, Ni Y, Chen J. Reliable Organic Carbonyl Electrode Materials Enabled by Electrolyte and Interfacial Chemistry Regulation. Acc Chem Res 2024; 57:375-385. [PMID: 38240205 DOI: 10.1021/acs.accounts.3c00687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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ConspectusLithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have achieved great success and dominated the market of portable electronics and electric vehicles owing to their high energy density and long-term cyclability. However, if applying LIBs for large-scale energy storage scenarios, such as regulating the output of electricity generated by sustainable energy in the future age of carbon neutrality, the current electrochemistry of LIBs based on Li-ion interaction/deinteraction between a transition-metal oxide cathode and graphite anode will suffer from problems of scarce natural resources (e.g., Li, Co, and Ni) and high energy consumption/CO2 emission involved in the production of electrodes. Similarly, other commercial batteries such as lead-acid batteries and nickel-metal hydride batteries are also plagued by these issues.In contrast, organic electrode materials, especially carbonyl materials, exhibit advantages of abundant resources, renewability, high capacity, environmental friendliness, and structural designability and have shown great promise for various rechargeable batteries in recent years. However, organic carbonyl electrode materials generally exhibit unsatisfactory cycling stability and rate performance, which are highly dependent on the electrolyte and interfacial chemistry. Appropriate electrolytes and a stable electrode/electrolyte interface would be beneficial for preventing the dissolution of organic carbonyl electrode materials and/or their redox intermediates in electrolytes and promoting fast ion transport between the electrode and electrolyte. In this regard, designing an appropriate electrolyte and constructing a stable electrode/electrolyte interface are the keys to enhancing the comprehensive performance of organic carbonyl electrode materials.In this Account, on the basis of our progress and related works from other groups in the past decade, we afford an overview of understanding the effects of electrolyte and interfacial chemistry on the electrochemical performance of organic carbonyl electrode materials. We will start by briefly introducing the basic properties, working mechanisms, and issues of organic carbonyl electrode materials. Then, the implications of electrolyte and electrode/electrolyte interfacial chemistry on electrochemical performance will be summarized and highlighted through discussing the performance of organic carbonyl electrodes in different types of electrolytes (organic liquid and aqueous and solid-state electrolytes). Meanwhile, the design principles of electrolytes and interfacial chemistry for organic carbonyl electrodes are also discussed. A representative example is that organic carbonyl electrode materials often exhibit better electrochemical performance in ether-based electrolytes than in ester-based electrolytes, which could be mainly attributed to the stable and robust solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) formed on carbonyl electrodes in the ether-based electrolyte. This example demonstrates the importance of investigating the electrode/electrolyte interfacial chemistry of organic carbonyl electrode materials. Finally, future perspectives on designing appropriate electrolytes and understanding electrode/electrolyte interfacial chemistry will also be discussed. It is meaningful to thoroughly reveal the dynamic evolution of the electrode/electrolyte interface during discharge/charge processes and evaluate the compatibility between electrolytes and organic carbonyl electrode materials under practical conditions using limited quantities of electrolytes and high areal-specific-capacity electrodes in the future. This Account could attract more attention to electrolytes and the electrode/electrolyte interfacial chemistry of organic carbonyl electrode materials and finally promote their future commercial applications.
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- Yong Lu
- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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Song Z, Chen J, Cheng J, Chen G, Qi Z. Computer-Aided Molecular Design of Ionic Liquids as Advanced Process Media: A Review from Fundamentals to Applications. Chem Rev 2024; 124:248-317. [PMID: 38108629 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.3c00223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
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The unique physicochemical properties, flexible structural tunability, and giant chemical space of ionic liquids (ILs) provide them a great opportunity to match different target properties to work as advanced process media. The crux of the matter is how to efficiently and reliably tailor suitable ILs toward a specific application. In this regard, the computer-aided molecular design (CAMD) approach has been widely adapted to cover this family of high-profile chemicals, that is, to perform computer-aided IL design (CAILD). This review discusses the past developments that have contributed to the state-of-the-art of CAILD and provides a perspective about how future works could pursue the acceleration of the practical application of ILs. In a broad context of CAILD, key aspects related to the forward structure-property modeling and reverse molecular design of ILs are overviewed. For the former forward task, diverse IL molecular representations, modeling algorithms, as well as representative models on physical properties, thermodynamic properties, among others of ILs are introduced. For the latter reverse task, representative works formulating different molecular design scenarios are summarized. Beyond the substantial progress made, some future perspectives to move CAILD a step forward are finally provided.
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- Zhen Song
- State Key laboratory of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Key laboratory of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Key laboratory of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Key laboratory of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai 200237, China
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- State Key laboratory of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, Shanghai 200237, China
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Xu X, Ren S, Wu H, Li H, Ye C, Davey K, Qiao SZ. Establishing Exceptional Durability in Ultralow-Temperature Organic-Sodium Batteries via Stabilized Multiphase Conversions. J Am Chem Soc 2024; 146:1619-1626. [PMID: 38166387 DOI: 10.1021/jacs.3c11931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2024]
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Operation of rechargeable batteries at ultralow temperature is a significant practical problem because of poor kinetics of the electrode. Here, we report for the first time stabilized multiphase conversions for fast kinetics and long-term durability in ultralow-temperature, organic-sodium batteries. We establish that disodium rhodizonate organic electrode in conjunction with single-layer graphene oxide obviates consumption of organic radical intermediates, and demonstrate as a result that the newly designed organic electrode exhibits excellent electrochemical performance of a highly significant capacity of 130 mAh g-1 at -50 °C. We evidence that the full-cell configuration coupled with Prussian blue analogues exhibits exceptional cycling stability of >7000 cycles at -40 °C while maintaining a discharge capacity of 101 mAh g-1 at a high current density 300 mA g-1. We show this is among the best reported ultralow-temperature performance for nonaqueous batteries, and importantly, the pouch cell exhibits a continuous power supply despite conditions of -50 °C. This work sheds light on the distinct energy storage characteristics of organic electrode and opens up new avenues for the development of reliable and sustainable ultralow-temperature batteries.
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- Xin Xu
- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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Lu Y, Yang Z, Zhang Q, Xie W, Chen J. Regulating Electrostatic Interaction between Hydrofluoroethers and Carbonyl Cathodes toward Highly Stable Lithium-Organic Batteries. J Am Chem Soc 2024; 146:1100-1108. [PMID: 38127285 DOI: 10.1021/jacs.3c12358] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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Organic carbonyl electrode materials have shown great promise for high-performance lithium batteries due to their high capacity, renewability, and environmental friendliness. However, their practical application is hindered by the high solubility of these materials in traditional electrolytes, leading to poor cycling stability and serious shuttle effects. Here, we develop a series of hydrofluoroethers (HFEs) with weak electrostatic interaction toward organic carbonyl cathode materials, aiming to address the dissolution issue and achieve high cycling stability in lithium batteries. Theoretical calculations reveal that the electrostatic interactions between HFEs and pyrene-4,5,9,10-tetraone (PTO) are significantly weaker compared with common solvents such as 1,2-dimethoxyethane. Consequently, the dissolution of PTO in the HFE-based electrolyte is remarkably reduced, as observed by in situ ultraviolet-visible spectra. Notably, when using the electrolyte based on 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoro-2-methoxypropane with a certain coordination ability, PTO exhibits excellent cycling stability with a high capacity retention of 78% after 1000 cycles. This work proposes the regulation of electrostatic interactions to inhibit the dissolution of organic carbonyl cathode materials and significantly enhance their cycle life.
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- Yong Lu
- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, Haihe Lab of ITAI, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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- Frontiers Science Center for New Organic Matter, Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), State Key Laboratory of Advanced Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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Pignier V, Toumieux S, Davoisne C, Caroff M, Jamali A, Pilard S, Mathiron D, Cailleu D, Delattre F, Singh DP, Douali R, Becuwe M. Toward Conductive Additive Free Organic Electrode for Lithium-Ion Battery Using Supramolecular Columnar Organization. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2305701. [PMID: 37712120 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202305701] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Revised: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023]
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With the aim to meet the greatest challenge facing organic batteries, namely the low conductivity of the electrodes, the electrochemical properties of a series of substituted perylene diimides able to form semi-conductive columnar material are investigated. Depending on the substituent group, a strong influence of this group on the reversibility, redox potential but especially on the gravimetric capacity of the electrodes is observed. In the case of substitution by a simple propyl group, the corresponding diimide shows a complete electrochemical activity with only 10% by mass of conductive additive and even shows a half-capacity activity without any additive and without particular electrode engineering. Extensive research has highlighted the intrinsic reactivity of the columnar material but also its perpetual rearrangement during charge/discharge cycles. This study shows that the amount of conductive additive can be significantly reduced by adapting the design of the molecular material and favoring the assembly of redox units in the form of a conductive column.
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- Vincent Pignier
- Laboratoire de Réactivité et Chimie des Solides (LRCS), UMR CNRS 7314, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, Hub de l'Energie, 15 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
- Laboratoire de Glycochimie, des Antimicrobiens et des Agroressources (LG2A), UR 7378, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, 10 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
- Institut de Chimie de Picardie (ICP), FR CNRS 3085, Amiens, 80039, France
- Réseau sur le Stockage Electrochimique de l'Energie (RS2E), FR CNRS 3459, Hub de l'Energie, 15 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
- Unité de Chimie Environnementale et Interactions sur le Vivant (UCEIV), UR 4492, Université du Littoral-Côte d'Opale, Dunkerque, 59140, France
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- Laboratoire de Glycochimie, des Antimicrobiens et des Agroressources (LG2A), UR 7378, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, 10 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
- Institut de Chimie de Picardie (ICP), FR CNRS 3085, Amiens, 80039, France
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- Laboratoire de Réactivité et Chimie des Solides (LRCS), UMR CNRS 7314, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, Hub de l'Energie, 15 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
- Institut de Chimie de Picardie (ICP), FR CNRS 3085, Amiens, 80039, France
- Réseau sur le Stockage Electrochimique de l'Energie (RS2E), FR CNRS 3459, Hub de l'Energie, 15 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
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- Laboratoire de Réactivité et Chimie des Solides (LRCS), UMR CNRS 7314, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, Hub de l'Energie, 15 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
- Institut de Chimie de Picardie (ICP), FR CNRS 3085, Amiens, 80039, France
- Réseau sur le Stockage Electrochimique de l'Energie (RS2E), FR CNRS 3459, Hub de l'Energie, 15 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
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- Plateforme de Microscopie Electronique - Université de Picardie Jules Verne, HUB de l'Energie, 33 rue Saint Leu, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
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- Plateforme Analytique, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
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- Plateforme Analytique, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
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- Plateforme Analytique, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
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- Unité de Chimie Environnementale et Interactions sur le Vivant (UCEIV), UR 4492, Université du Littoral-Côte d'Opale, Dunkerque, 59140, France
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- Unité de Dynamique et Structure des Matériaux Moléculaires (UDSMM), UR 4476, Université du Littoral Côte d'Opale, Centre Universitaire de la Mi-Voix, BP 699, Calais, Cedex, 62228, France
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- Unité de Dynamique et Structure des Matériaux Moléculaires (UDSMM), UR 4476, Université du Littoral Côte d'Opale, Centre Universitaire de la Mi-Voix, BP 699, Calais, Cedex, 62228, France
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- Laboratoire de Réactivité et Chimie des Solides (LRCS), UMR CNRS 7314, Université de Picardie Jules Verne, Hub de l'Energie, 15 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
- Institut de Chimie de Picardie (ICP), FR CNRS 3085, Amiens, 80039, France
- Réseau sur le Stockage Electrochimique de l'Energie (RS2E), FR CNRS 3459, Hub de l'Energie, 15 rue Baudelocque, Amiens, Cedex, 80039, France
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Lu Y, Wu G, Zhao X, Wang X, Zhang W, Li Z. Application of triphenylphosphine organic compounds constructed with O, S, and Se in aluminum ion batteries. J Colloid Interface Sci 2023; 651:296-303. [PMID: 37542904 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.07.208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2023] [Revised: 07/23/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/07/2023]
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Due to their high reactivity and theoretical capacity, chalcogen elements have been favored and applied in many battery studies. However, the high surface charge density and high solubility of these elements as electrode materials have hindered their deeper exploration due to the shuttle effect. In this article, organic structural triphenylphosphine is used as a molecular main chain structure, and chalcogen elements O, S, and Se are introduced to combine with P as active sites. This approach not only takes advantage of the beneficial effects of the aromatic ring on the physical and chemical properties of the chalcogen element but also allows for the optimization of its advantages. By utilizing Triphenylphosphine selenide (TP-Se) as the cathode material in aluminum-ion batteries(AIBs), a high-performance Al-organic battery was fabricated, which exhibited a high initial capacity of 180.6 mAh g-1 and stable cycling for up to 1000 cycles. Based on density functional theory (DFT) calculations, TP-Se exhibits a smaller energy gap, which renders it favorable for chemical reactions. Moreover, the calculated results suggest that TP-Se tends to undergo redox reactions with AlCl2+. The molecular structure of triphenylphosphine and its combination with Se offers an enticing pathway for designing cathode materials in aluminum-organic batteries.
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- Yong Lu
- Hebei Key Laboratory of Optic-Electronic Information and Materials, National & Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of New Energy Photoelectric Devices, College of Physics Science and Technology, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Optic-Electronic Information and Materials, National & Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of New Energy Photoelectric Devices, College of Physics Science and Technology, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, China
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Optic-Electronic Information and Materials, National & Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of New Energy Photoelectric Devices, College of Physics Science and Technology, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, China
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- Deep Potential Technology, Beijing 100080, China; AI for Science Institute, Beijing 100080, China.
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Optic-Electronic Information and Materials, National & Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of New Energy Photoelectric Devices, College of Physics Science and Technology, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, China.
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- Hebei Key Laboratory of Optic-Electronic Information and Materials, National & Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of New Energy Photoelectric Devices, College of Physics Science and Technology, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, China.
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Zhang D, Liu Y, Sun Z, Liu Z, Xu X, Xi L, Ji S, Zhu M, Liu J. Eutectic-Based Polymer Electrolyte with the Enhanced Lithium Salt Dissociation for High-Performance Lithium Metal Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202310006. [PMID: 37702354 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202310006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2023] [Revised: 09/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023]
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The deployment of lithium metal anode in solid-state batteries with polymer electrolytes has been recognized as a promising approach to achieving high-energy-density technologies. However, the practical application of the polymer electrolytes is currently constrained by various challenges, including low ionic conductivity, inadequate electrochemical window, and poor interface stability. To address these issues, a novel eutectic-based polymer electrolyte consisting of succinonitrile (SN) and poly (ethylene glycol) methyl ether acrylate (PEGMEA) is developed. The research results demonstrate that the interactions between SN and PEGMEA promote the dissociation of the lithium difluoro(oxalato) borate (LiDFOB) salt and increase the concentration of free Li+ . The well-designed eutectic-based PAN1.2 -SPE (PEGMEA: SN=1: 1.2 mass ratio) exhibits high ionic conductivity of 1.30 mS cm-1 at 30 °C and superior interface stability with Li anode. The Li/Li symmetric cell based on PAN1.2 -SPE enables long-term plating/stripping at 0.3 and 0.5 mA cm-2 , and the Li/LiFePO4 cell achieves superior long-term cycling stability (capacity retention of 80.3 % after 1500 cycles). Moreover, Li/LiFePO4 and Li/LiNi0.6 Co0.2 Mn0.2 O2 pouch cells employing PAN1.2 -SPE demonstrate excellent cycling and safety characteristics. This study presents a new pathway for designing high-performance polymer electrolytes and promotes the practical application of high-stable lithium metal batteries.
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- Dechao Zhang
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, China
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, 999077, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, China
- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, China
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Feng X, Wang X, Redshaw C, Tang BZ. Aggregation behaviour of pyrene-based luminescent materials, from molecular design and optical properties to application. Chem Soc Rev 2023; 52:6715-6753. [PMID: 37694728 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00251a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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Molecular aggregates are self-assembled from multiple molecules via weak intermolecular interactions, and new chemical and physical properties can emerge compared to their individual molecule. With the development of aggregate science, much research has focused on the study of the luminescence behaviour of aggregates rather than single molecules. Pyrene as a classical fluorophore has attracted great attention due to its diverse luminescence behavior depending on the solution state, molecular packing pattern as well as morphology, resulting in wide potential applications. For example, pyrene prefers to emit monomer emission in dilute solution but tends to form a dimer via π-π stacking in the aggregation state, resulting in red-shifted emission with quenched fluorescence and quantum yield. Over the past two decades, much effort has been devoted to developing novel pyrene-based fluorescent molecules and determining the luminescence mechanism for potential applications. Since the concept of "aggregation-induced emission (AIE)" was proposed by Tang et al. in 2001, aggregate science has been established, and the aggregated luminescence behaviour of pyrene-based materials has been extensively investigated. New pyrene-based emitters have been designed and synthesized not only to investigate the relationships between the molecular structure and properties and advanced applications but also to examine the effect of the aggregate morphology on their optical and electronic properties. Indeed, new aggregated pyrene-based molecules have emerged with unique properties, such as circularly polarized luminescence, excellent fluorescence and phosphorescence and electroluminescence, ultra-high mobility, etc. These properties are independent of their molecular constituents and allow for a number of cutting-edge technological applications, such as chemosensors, organic light-emitting diodes, organic field effect transistors, organic solar cells, Li-batteries, etc. Reviews published to-date have mainly concentrated on summarizing the molecular design and multi-functional applications of pyrene-based fluorophores, whereas the aggregation behaviour of pyrene-based luminescent materials has received very little attention. The majority of the multi-functional applications of pyrene molecules are not only closely related to their molecular structures, but also to the packing model they adopt in the aggregated state. In this review, we will summarize the intriguing optoelectronic properties of pyrene-based luminescent materials boosted by aggregation behaviour, and systematically establish the relationship between the molecular structure, aggregation states, and optoelectronic properties. This review will provide a new perspective for understanding the luminescence and electronic transition mechanism of pyrene-based materials and will facilitate further development of pyrene chemistry.
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- Xing Feng
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Information Photonics Technology, School of Material and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China.
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Information Photonics Technology, School of Material and Energy, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China.
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- Chemistry, School of Natural Sciences, University of Hull, Hull, Yorkshire HU6 7RX, UK.
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- School of Science and Engineering, Shenzhen Institute of Aggregate Science and Technology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen), Guangdong 518172, China.
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Zhao Z, Zhou X, Zhang B, Huang F, Wang Y, Ma Z, Liu J. Regulating Steric Hindrance of Porous Organic Polymers in Composite Solid-State Electrolytes to Induce the Formation of LiF-Rich SEI in Li-Ion Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202308738. [PMID: 37528636 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202308738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/03/2023]
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Lithium fluoride (LiF) at the solid electrolyte interface (SEI) contributes to the stable operation of polymer-based solid-state lithium metal batteries. Currently, most of the methods for constructing lithium fluoride SEI are based on the design of polar groups of fillers. However, the mechanism behind how steric hindrance of fillers impacts LiF formation remains unclear. This study synthesizes three kinds of porous polyacetal amides (PAN-X, X=NH2 , NH-CH3 , N-(CH3 )2 ) with varying steric hindrances by regulating the number of methyl substitutions of nitrogen atoms on the reaction monomer, which are incorporated into polymer composite solid electrolytes, to investigate the regulation mechanism of steric hindrance on the content of lithium fluoride in SEI. The results show that bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide (TFSI- ) will compete for the charge without steric effect, while excessive steric hindrance hinders the interaction between TFSI- and polar groups, reducing charge acquisition. Only when one hydrogen atom on the amino group is replaced by a methyl group, steric hindrance from the methyl group prevents TFSI- from capturing charge in that direction, thereby facilitating the transfer of charge from the polar group to a separate TFSI- and promoting maximum LiF formation. This work provides a novel perspective on constructing LiF-rich SEI.
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- Zishao Zhao
- National-Provincial Laboratory of Special Function Thin Film Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xiangtan University, Hunan, 411105, China
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- National-Provincial Laboratory of Special Function Thin Film Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xiangtan University, Hunan, 411105, China
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- National-Provincial Laboratory of Special Function Thin Film Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xiangtan University, Hunan, 411105, China
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- National-Provincial Laboratory of Special Function Thin Film Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xiangtan University, Hunan, 411105, China
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- School of Information and Electronic Engineering, Hunan University of Science and Technology, Hunan, 411201, China
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- National-Provincial Laboratory of Special Function Thin Film Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xiangtan University, Hunan, 411105, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, China
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Xie M, Liu J, Dai L, Peng H, Xie Y. Advances and prospects of porphyrin derivatives in the energy field. RSC Adv 2023; 13:24699-24730. [PMID: 37601600 PMCID: PMC10436694 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra04345b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023] Open
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At present, porphyrin is developing rapidly in the fields of medicine, energy, catalysts, etc. More and more reports on its application are being published. This paper mainly takes the ingenious utilization of porphyrin derivatives in perovskite solar cells, dye-sensitized solar cells, and lithium batteries as the background to review the design idea of functional materials based on the porphyrin structural unit in the energy sector. In addition, the modification and improvement strategies of porphyrin are presented by visually showing the molecular structures or the design synthesis routes of its functional materials. Finally, we provide some insights into the development of novel energy storage materials based on porphyrin frameworks.
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- Mingfa Xie
- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University Changsha 410083 China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University Changsha 410083 China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University Changsha 410083 China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University Changsha 410083 China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University Changsha 410083 China
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Luo C. Organic electrode materials and carbon/small-sulfur composites for affordable, lightweight and sustainable batteries. Chem Commun (Camb) 2023; 59:9803-9817. [PMID: 37475598 DOI: 10.1039/d3cc02652c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/22/2023]
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Redox-active organic/polymeric materials and carbon/small-sulfur composites are promising electrode materials for developing affordable, lightweight, and sustainable batteries because of their low cost, abundance, low carbon footprint, and flexible structural tunability. This feature article summarized the key aspects of the research related to organic batteries and Li-S batteries (LSBs) based on organic/polymeric/sulfur materials for next-generation sustainable energy storage. An in-depth discussion for organic electrode materials in alkali-ion, multivalent metal, all-solid-state, and redox flow batteries is provided. State-of-the-art LSBs under high mass loading and lean electrolyte conditions for practical applications is also covered. The challenges, reaction mechanisms, strategies, approaches, and developments of organic batteries and LSBs are discussed to offer guidance for rational structure design and performance optimization. This feature article will contribute to the development and commercialization of affordable, lightweight, and sustainable batteries.
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- Chao Luo
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA, 22030, USA.
- Quantum Science & Engineering Center, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA, 22030, USA
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Aruchamy K, Ramasundaram S, Divya S, Chandran M, Yun K, Oh TH. Gel Polymer Electrolytes: Advancing Solid-State Batteries for High-Performance Applications. Gels 2023; 9:585. [PMID: 37504464 PMCID: PMC10379277 DOI: 10.3390/gels9070585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023] Open
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Gel polymer electrolytes (GPEs) hold tremendous potential for advancing high-energy-density and safe rechargeable solid-state batteries, making them a transformative technology for advancing electric vehicles. GPEs offer high ionic conductivity and mechanical stability, enabling their use in quasi-solid-state batteries that combine solid-state interfaces with liquid-like behavior. Various GPEs based on different materials, including flame-retardant GPEs, dendrite-free polymer gel electrolytes, hybrid solid-state batteries, and 3D printable GPEs, have been developed. Significant efforts have also been directed toward improving the interface between GPEs and electrodes. The integration of gel-based electrolytes into solid-state electrochemical devices has the potential to revolutionize energy storage solutions by offering improved efficiency and reliability. These advancements find applications across diverse industries, particularly in electric vehicles and renewable energy. This review comprehensively discusses the potential of GPEs as solid-state electrolytes for diverse battery systems, such as lithium-ion batteries (LiBs), lithium metal batteries (LMBs), lithium-oxygen batteries, lithium-sulfur batteries, zinc-based batteries, sodium-ion batteries, and dual-ion batteries. This review highlights the materials being explored for GPE development, including polymers, inorganic compounds, and ionic liquids. Furthermore, it underscores the transformative impact of GPEs on solid-state batteries and their role in enhancing the performance and safety of energy storage devices.
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- Kanakaraj Aruchamy
- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan 38541, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan 38541, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bionanotechnology, Gachon University, Seongnam-si 13120, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bionanotechnology, Gachon University, Seongnam-si 13120, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan 38541, Republic of Korea
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Lu C, Chen X. 1.89 $ kg -1 Lake-Water-Based Semisolid Electrolytes for Highly Efficient Energy Storage. NANO LETTERS 2023. [PMID: 37450652 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.3c01738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/18/2023]
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Solid electrolytes with fast ion kinetics and superior mechanical properties are critical to electrochemical energy devices; however, how to design low-cost, high-performance solid electrolytes has become a critical challenge in the energy field, and significant progress has not been achieved until now. Here, lake-water-based semisolid electrolytes with a low cost of 1.89 $ kg-1 have been put forward for the purpose of market promotion. By virtue of the palygorskite dopants and lake water source, the electrolytes display satisfying mechanical, electrical, and electrochemical properties as well as economic benefits. The application potential of electrolytes has been demonstrated by employing a polyelectrolyte with ionic conductivity of 0.82 × 10-4 S cm-1 in flexible supercapacitors. The as-assembled devices give a high energy density of 54.72 Wh kg-1 and excellent cycling stability with a capacity retention of 94.8% over 20 000 cycles. The flexibility of devices has been verified through 5000 repetitive bending tests. Our work presents insight into the design of flexible solid electrolytes based on cheap and green raw materials.
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- Chao Lu
- College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, China
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- Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering, Columbia University, New York, New York 10027, United States
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