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Jeon J, Kang S, Koo B, Kim H, Hong ST, Lee H. Long-life potassium metal batteries enabled by anion-derived solid electrolyte interphase using concentrated ionic liquid electrolytes. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 670:617-625. [PMID: 38781652 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.05.135] [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: 02/20/2024] [Revised: 05/01/2024] [Accepted: 05/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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Potassium metal batteries (PMBs) show great potential as next-generation energy storage systems yet face challenges such as the dendritic growth of the potassium anode, leading to issues with cycle life and safety. This study reports a potassium salt-concentrated ionic liquid electrolyte (PCIL) consisting of potassium bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide (KFSI) and 1-methyl-1-propyl pyrrolidinium bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide (Pyr13FSI) to achieve long-life and, safe PMBs. PCIL presents several advantages including outstanding oxidation stability (≈5.2 V), decent ionic conductivity (4.0 mS cm-1 at 25 °C), and negligible flammability. Moreover, PCIL promotes the development of anion-derived solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) with high inorganic content. This not only hinders the growth of potassium dendrites but also facilitates facile interfacial charge transfer kinetics. Benefiting from these advantages, PMBs (K||KVPO4F) employing PCIL exhibit remarkable cycle performances at both ambient and elevated temperatures (capacity retention after 300 cycles: 74.8% at 25 °C and 82.9% at 45 °C), surpassing the performance of conventional carbonate (1 M KPF6 EC/PC) and dilute potassium ionic liquid electrolyte (PIL). This work demonstrates the tangible capability of PCIL in realizing practical PMBs.
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- Jiyun Jeon
- Energy Science and Engineering, DGIST, Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Energy Science and Engineering, DGIST, Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Energy Science and Engineering, DGIST, Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Energy Science and Engineering, DGIST, Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Energy Science and Engineering, DGIST, Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea
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- Energy Science and Engineering, DGIST, Daegu 42988, Republic of Korea.
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Wang H, Nie L, Chu X, Chen H, Chen R, Huang T, Lai Q, Zheng J. Flame-Retardant Nonaqueous Electrolytes for High-Safety Potassium-Ion Batteries. SMALL METHODS 2024; 8:e2301104. [PMID: 38100232 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202301104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2023] [Revised: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2024]
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Potassium-ion batteries (PIBs) with conventional organic-based flammable electrolytes suffer from serious safety issues with a high risk of ignition and burning especially under harsh conditions, which significantly limits their widespread applications. Flame-retardant electrolytes (FREs) are considered as one of the most effective strategies to address these safety issues. Therefore, it's much necessary to summarize the challenges, recent progress, and design principles of flame-retardant nonaqueous electrolytes for PIBs to guide their development and future applications. In this review, an in-depth introduction and explanation of the origins of electrolyte flammability are first presented. Particularly, the state-of-the-art design principles of FREs for PIBs are extensively summarized and emphasized, including the electrolyte flame-retardant solvents/additives, highly concentrated electrolytes (HCEs), localized high-concentration electrolytes (LHCEs), ionic liquids-based electrolytes and solid-state electrolytes. Moreover, the advantages and drawbacks of each approach are systematically presented and discussed, following by proposed perspectives to guide the rational development of next-generation high-safety PIBs for practical applications.
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- Hao Wang
- Department of Chemistry and Materials Science, College of Science, Nanjing Forestry University, No. 159 Longpan Rd., Nanjing, 210037, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry and Materials Science, College of Science, Nanjing Forestry University, No. 159 Longpan Rd., Nanjing, 210037, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry and Materials Science, College of Science, Nanjing Forestry University, No. 159 Longpan Rd., Nanjing, 210037, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry and Materials Science, College of Science, Nanjing Forestry University, No. 159 Longpan Rd., Nanjing, 210037, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry and Materials Science, College of Science, Nanjing Forestry University, No. 159 Longpan Rd., Nanjing, 210037, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry and Materials Science, College of Science, Nanjing Forestry University, No. 159 Longpan Rd., Nanjing, 210037, P. R. China
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- Jiangsu key Laboratory of Electrochemical Energy Storage Technologies, College of Materials Science and Technology, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, No. 29 Yudao St., Nanjing, 210016, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry and Materials Science, College of Science, Nanjing Forestry University, No. 159 Longpan Rd., Nanjing, 210037, P. R. China
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Lin Y, Luo S, Cong J, Li P, Yuan X, Yan S. Strategies for developing layered oxide cathodes, carbon-based anodes, and electrolytes for potassium ion batteries. MATERIALS HORIZONS 2024; 11:2053-2076. [PMID: 38384236 DOI: 10.1039/d3mh02118a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have become the most popular portable secondary energy storage facilities. However, the limited lithium resource results in possible unsustainable development. Potassium-ion batteries (PIBs) are considered promising alternatives to LIBs because of their high resource availability, low cost, and environmentally friendly features. In this field, high energy density layered cathodes and carbon-based anodes are also the main research objectives. However, compared to the most appealing alternative sodium-ion batteries (SIBs), despite having various theoretical advantages, PIBs exhibit poorer electrochemical performance in practice. Their poor capacity retention and narrow working voltage range seriously limit their applications. The performance of the electrodes is usually considered an important factor for battery performance, life, and safety. To solve these problems, many significant research studies have been carried out in the last decade, achieving numerous breakthroughs. Nevertheless, there are still many drawbacks and unclear mechanisms. In this comprehensive review, we examine the current state of high-performance layered oxide cathodes, electrolytes, and carbon-based anodes, to identify potential candidates for PIBs. Our focus lies on their structural characteristics, interface properties, underlying mechanisms, and modification techniques. The viewpoints of these advanced strategies are integrated, and concise development suggestions and strategies are subsequently proposed.
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- Yicheng Lin
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, P. R. China
- School of Resources and Materials, Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao 066004, P. R. China.
- Key Laboratory of Dielectric and Electrolyte Functional Material Hebei Province, Qinhuangdao 066004, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, P. R. China
- School of Resources and Materials, Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao 066004, P. R. China.
- Key Laboratory of Dielectric and Electrolyte Functional Material Hebei Province, Qinhuangdao 066004, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Dielectric and Electrolyte Functional Material Hebei Province, Qinhuangdao 066004, P. R. China
- Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, Aalborg University, Aalborg 9220, Denmark
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, P. R. China
- School of Resources and Materials, Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao 066004, P. R. China.
- Key Laboratory of Dielectric and Electrolyte Functional Material Hebei Province, Qinhuangdao 066004, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, P. R. China
- School of Resources and Materials, Northeastern University at Qinhuangdao, Qinhuangdao 066004, P. R. China.
- Key Laboratory of Dielectric and Electrolyte Functional Material Hebei Province, Qinhuangdao 066004, P. R. China
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Hosaka T, Matsuyama T, Tatara R, Gossage ZT, Komaba S. Impact of electrolyte decomposition products on the electrochemical performance of 4 V class K-ion batteries. Chem Sci 2023; 14:8860-8868. [PMID: 37621426 PMCID: PMC10445460 DOI: 10.1039/d3sc02111d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2023] [Accepted: 07/04/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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In the pursuit of long-life K-ion batteries (KIBs), half-cell measurements using highly reactive K metal counter electrodes are a standard practice. However, there is increasing evidence of electrolyte decomposition by K metal impacting electrode performance. Herein, we systematically explored the K metal-treated electrolytes KPF6, KN(SO2F)2 (KFSA), and their combination in ethylene carbonate/diethyl carbonate (EC/DEC), referred to as K-KPF6, K-KFSA, and K-KPF6:KFSA, respectively, after storage in contact with K metal. Through mass spectrometry analysis, we identified significant formation of carbonate ester-derived decomposition products such as oligocarbonates for K-KPF6, while K-KFSA predominantly generates anions combining FSA- with the solvent structures. Using three-electrode cells, we delineated the positive effects of the K-KFSA and K-KPF6:KFSA electrolytes on graphite negative electrode performance and the negative impact of oligocarbonates in K-KPF6 on K2Mn[Fe(CN)6] positive electrodes. The interactions between the decomposition products and the electrodes were further evaluated using density functional theory calculations. Full cell measurements using K-KPF6:KFSA showed an improved energy density and capacity retention of 78% after 500 cycles compared with an untreated electrolyte (72%). Hard X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy indicated the incorporation of the FSA-derived structures into the solid electrolyte interphase at graphite, which was not observed in K metal-free cells. Overall, this work indicates further complexities to consider in KIB measurements and suggests the potential application of decomposition products as electrolyte additives.
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- Tomooki Hosaka
- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
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Tan H, Lin X. Electrolyte Design Strategies for Non-Aqueous High-Voltage Potassium-Based Batteries. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28020823. [PMID: 36677883 PMCID: PMC9867274 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28020823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2022] [Revised: 12/24/2022] [Accepted: 01/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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High-voltage potassium-based batteries are promising alternatives for lithium-ion batteries as next-generation energy storage devices. The stability and reversibility of such systems depend largely on the properties of the corresponding electrolytes. This review first presents major challenges for high-voltage electrolytes, such as electrolyte decomposition, parasitic side reactions, and current collector corrosion. Then, the state-of-the-art modification strategies for traditional ester and ether-based organic electrolytes are scrutinized and discussed, including high concentration, localized high concentration/weakly solvating strategy, multi-ion strategy, and addition of high-voltage additives. Besides, research advances of other promising electrolyte systems, such as potassium-based ionic liquids and solid-state-electrolytes are also summarized. Finally, prospective future research directions are proposed to further enhance the oxidative stability and non-corrosiveness of electrolytes for high-voltage potassium batteries.
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- Hong Tan
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xihua University, 999 Jinzhou Road, Chengdu 610039, China
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- Key Laboratory for Biobased Materials and Energy of Ministry of Education, College of Materials and Energy, South China Agricultural University, 483 Wushan Road, Guangzhou 510642, China
- Correspondence:
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Tatara R, Ishihara K, Hosaka T, Aoki K, Takei Y, Matsui T, Takayama T, Komaba S. Effect of Non-Stoichiometry of K Fe[Fe(CN)6] as Inner Solid-Contact Layer on the Potential Response of All-Solid-State Potassium Ion-Selective Electrodes. Electrochim Acta 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2022.141561] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Larhrib B, Madec L, Monconduit L, Martinez H. Optimized electrode formulation for enhanced performance of graphite in K-ion batteries. Electrochim Acta 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2022.140747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Deng Q, Wang R, Wang Y, Yang Z, Gou B, Li J, Yan Y, Yang R. Exploration of bifunctional Vanadium-based Metal-Organic framework with double active centers for Potassium-ion batteries. J Colloid Interface Sci 2022; 628:556-565. [PMID: 36007420 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2022.08.098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2022] [Revised: 08/13/2022] [Accepted: 08/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Exploration of suitable electrode hosts with large open channels that can reversibly accommodate K+ with large radius have been extensively investigated. Nevertheless, the reported inorganic counterparts were inevitably restricted by the difficulty of large K+ diffusion capability in crystal structure and the huge volume change. Herein, we report a bifunctional vanadium-based metal-organic framework (MIL-47) with double active centers and larger lamellar spacing that could serve as both cathode and anode material, respectively by controlling the redox potential range in potassium-ion batteries. The results suggest that the stable K-storage mechanism is the reversible rearrangement of the conjugated carboxyl groups of organic terephthalic acid into enolate and the reversible redox activity of V ions, with the specific capacity of 272 mAh g-1 (0.01-1.5 V) and 50 mAh g-1 (1.5-3.8 V) at the current density of 10 mA g-1 for MIL-47 anode and MIL-47 cathode, respectively. The unsaturated functional group of MIL-47 and the intermediate bridged V atom not only provide multi-dimensional channels for electron and ion transport but also stabilize its crystal structure. Additionally, a symmetric full-cell in potassium-ion batteries based on MIL-47 was constructed successfully by avoiding the utilization of K metal with safety concerns. Our results provide new insight into structure design for next-generation large-scale energy storage applications.
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- Qijiu Deng
- School of Material Science and Engineering, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an 710048, China; State Key Laboratory of Marine Resource Utilization in South China Sea, Hainan University, Hainan 570228, China.
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- Institute of Chemical Power Sources, School of Science, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an 710048, China
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- Institute of Chemical Power Sources, School of Science, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an 710048, China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an 710048, China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an 710048, China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an 710048, China; Institute of New Materials, Guangdong Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou, China
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- Institute of Chemical Power Sources, School of Science, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an 710048, China
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- School of Material Science and Engineering, Xi'an University of Technology, Xi'an 710048, China.
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Chikaoka Y, Okuda R, Hashimoto T, Kuwao M, Naoi W, Iwama E, Naoi K. Degradation of Li3V2(PO4)3-based full-cells containing Li4Ti5O12 or Li3.2V0.8Si0.2O4 anodes modeled by charge-discharge cycling simulations. Electrochim Acta 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2022.140558] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Kim EJ, Kumar PR, Gossage ZT, Kubota K, Hosaka T, Tatara R, Komaba S. Active material and interphase structures governing performance in sodium and potassium ion batteries. Chem Sci 2022; 13:6121-6158. [PMID: 35733881 PMCID: PMC9159127 DOI: 10.1039/d2sc00946c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 04/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Development of energy storage systems is a topic of broad societal and economic relevance, and lithium ion batteries (LIBs) are currently the most advanced electrochemical energy storage systems. However, concerns on the scarcity of lithium sources and consequently the expected price increase have driven the development of alternative energy storage systems beyond LIBs. In the search for sustainable and cost-effective technologies, sodium ion batteries (SIBs) and potassium ion batteries (PIBs) have attracted considerable attention. Here, a comprehensive review of ongoing studies on electrode materials for SIBs and PIBs is provided in comparison to those for LIBs, which include layered oxides, polyanion compounds and Prussian blue analogues for positive electrode materials, and carbon-based and alloy materials for negative electrode materials. The importance of the crystal structure for electrode materials is discussed with an emphasis placed on intrinsic and dynamic structural properties and electrochemistry associated with alkali metal ions. The key challenges for electrode materials as well as the interface/interphase between the electrolyte and electrode materials, and the corresponding strategies are also examined. The discussion and insights presented in this review can serve as a guide regarding where future investigations of SIBs and PIBs will be directed.
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- Eun Jeong Kim
- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science 1-3 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science 1-3 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science 1-3 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science 1-3 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University 1-30 Goryo-Ohara, Nishikyo-ku Kyoto 615-8245 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science 1-3 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University 1-30 Goryo-Ohara, Nishikyo-ku Kyoto 615-8245 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science 1-3 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University 1-30 Goryo-Ohara, Nishikyo-ku Kyoto 615-8245 Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science 1-3 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku Tokyo 162-8601 Japan
- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University 1-30 Goryo-Ohara, Nishikyo-ku Kyoto 615-8245 Japan
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Hosaka T, Noda A, Kubota K, Chiguchi K, Matsuda Y, Ida K, Yasuno S, Komaba S. Superconcentrated NaFSA-KFSA Aqueous Electrolytes for 2 V-Class Dual-Ion Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:23507-23517. [PMID: 35535989 PMCID: PMC9136840 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c04289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 05/19/2023]
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Superconcentrated aqueous electrolytes containing NaN(SO2F)2 and KN(SO2F)2 (for which sodium and potassium bis(fluorosulfonyl)amides (FSA), respectively, are abbreviated) have been developed for 2 V-class aqueous batteries. Based on the eutectic composition of the NaFSA-KFSA (56:44 mol/mol) binary system, the superconcentrated solutions of 35 mol kg-1 Na0.55K0.45FSA/H2O and 33 mol kg-1 Na0.45K0.55FSA/H2O are found to form at 25 °C. As both electrolytes demonstrate a wider potential window of ∼3.5 V compared to that of either saturated 20 mol kg-1 NaFSA or 31 mol kg-1 KFSA solution, we applied the 33 mol kg-1 Na0.45K0.55FSA/H2O to two different battery configurations, carbon-coated Na2Ti2(PO4)3∥K2Mn[Fe(CN)6] and carbon-coated Na3V2(PO4)3∥K2Mn[Fe(CN)6]. The former cell shows highly reversible charge/discharge curves with a mean discharge voltage of 1.4 V. Although the latter cell exhibits capacity degradation, it demonstrates 2 V-class operations. Analysis data of the two cells confirmed that Na+ ions were mainly inserted into the negative electrodes passivated by a Na-rich solid electrolyte interphase, and both Na+ and K+ ions were inserted into the positive electrode. Based upon the observation, we propose new sodium-/potassium-ion batteries using the superconcentrated NaFSA-KFSA aqueous electrolytes.
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- Tomooki Hosaka
- Department
of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of
Science, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8601, Japan
- Elements
Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto 615-8245, Japan
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- Department
of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of
Science, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8601, Japan
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- Department
of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of
Science, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8601, Japan
- Elements
Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto 615-8245, Japan
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- Department
of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of
Science, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8601, Japan
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- Technova
Inc., Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0011, Japan
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- Technova
Inc., Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0011, Japan
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- Japan
Synchrotron Radiation Research Institute (JASRI), SPring-8, 1-1-1 Kouto, Sayo-cho, Sayo-gun, Hyogo 679-5198, Japan
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- Department
of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of
Science, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 162-8601, Japan
- Elements
Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto 615-8245, Japan
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Ni L, Xu G, Li C, Cui G. Electrolyte formulation strategies for potassium-based batteries. EXPLORATION (BEIJING, CHINA) 2022; 2:20210239. [PMID: 37323885 PMCID: PMC10191034 DOI: 10.1002/exp.20210239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2021] [Accepted: 12/22/2021] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Potassium (K)-based batteries are viewed as the most promising alternatives to lithium-based batteries, owing to their abundant potassium resource, lower redox potentials (-2.97 V vs. SHE), and low cost. Recently, significant achievements on electrode materials have boosted the development of potassium-based batteries. However, the poor interfacial compatibility between electrode and electrolyte hinders their practical. Hence, rational design of electrolyte/electrode interface by electrolytes is the key to develop K-based batteries. In this review, the principles for formulating organic electrolytes are comprehensively summarized. Then, recent progress of various liquid organic and solid-state K+ electrolytes for potassium-ion batteries and beyond are discussed. Finally, we offer the current challenges that need to be addressed for advanced K-based batteries.
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- Ling Ni
- Qingdao Industrial Energy Storage Research InstituteQingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesQingdaoChina
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- Qingdao Industrial Energy Storage Research InstituteQingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesQingdaoChina
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- Qingdao Industrial Energy Storage Research InstituteQingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesQingdaoChina
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- Qingdao Industrial Energy Storage Research InstituteQingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of SciencesQingdaoChina
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Kaushik S, Kubota K, Hwang J, Matsumoto K, Hagiwara R. Strategies for Harnessing High Rate and Cycle Performance from Graphite Electrodes in Potassium-Ion Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:14302-14312. [PMID: 35302758 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c02685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Potassium-ion batteries (PIBs) have been lauded as the next-generation energy storage systems on account of their high voltage capabilities and low costs and the high abundance of potassium resources. However, the practical utility of PIBs has been heavily encumbered by severe K metal dendrite formation, safety issues, and insufficient electrochemical performance during operations─indeed critical issues that underpin the need for functional electrolytes with high thermal stability, robust solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI)-forming capabilities, and high electrochemical performance. In a bid to establish a knowledge framework for harnessing high rate capabilities and long cycle life from graphite negative electrodes, this study presents the physical properties and electrochemical behavior of a high K+ concentration inorganic ionic liquid (IL) electrolyte, K[FSA]-Cs[FSA] (FSA- = bis(fluorosulfonyl)amide) (54:46 in mol), at an intermediate temperature of 70 °C. This IL electrolyte demonstrates an ionic conductivity of 2.54 mS cm-1 and a wide electrochemical window of 5.82 V. Charge-discharge tests performed on a graphite negative electrode manifest a high discharge capacity of 278 mAh g-1 (0.5 C) at 70 °C, a high rate capability (106 mAh g-1 at 100 C), and a long cyclability (98.7% after 450 cycles). Stable interfacial properties observed by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy during cycling are attributed to the formation of sulfide-rich all-inorganic SEI, which was examined through X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. The performance of the IL is collated with that of an N-methyl-N-propylpyrrolidinium-based organic IL to provide insight into the synergism between the highly concentrated K+ electrolyte at intermediate temperatures and the all-inorganic SEI during electrochemical operations of the graphite negative electrode.
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- Shubham Kaushik
- AIST-Kyoto University Chemical Energy Materials Open Innovation Laboratory (ChEM-OIL), Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
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- AIST-Kyoto University Chemical Energy Materials Open Innovation Laboratory (ChEM-OIL), Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
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- Graduate School of Energy Science, Kyoto University, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
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- AIST-Kyoto University Chemical Energy Materials Open Innovation Laboratory (ChEM-OIL), Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
- Graduate School of Energy Science, Kyoto University, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
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- AIST-Kyoto University Chemical Energy Materials Open Innovation Laboratory (ChEM-OIL), Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
- Graduate School of Energy Science, Kyoto University, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
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Hosaka T, Komaba S. Development of Nonaqueous Electrolytes for High-Voltage K-Ion Batteries. BULLETIN OF THE CHEMICAL SOCIETY OF JAPAN 2022. [DOI: 10.1246/bcsj.20210412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- Tomooki Hosaka
- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science, Shinjuku, Tokyo 162-8601, Japan
- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University, 1-30 Goryo-Ohara, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto 615-8245, Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science, Shinjuku, Tokyo 162-8601, Japan
- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University, 1-30 Goryo-Ohara, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto 615-8245, Japan
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Ells AW, May R, Marbella LE. Potassium Fluoride and Carbonate Lead to Cell Failure in Potassium-Ion Batteries. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2021; 13:53841-53849. [PMID: 34735122 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.1c15174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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While Li-ion is the prevailing commercial battery chemistry, the development of batteries that use earth-abundant alkali metals (e.g., Na and K) alleviates reliance on Li with potentially cheaper technologies. Electrolyte engineering has been a major thrust of Li-ion battery (LIB) research, and it is unclear if the same electrolyte design principles apply to K-ion batteries (KIBs). Fluoroethylene carbonate (FEC) is a well-known additive used in Li-ion electrolytes because the products of its sacrificial decomposition aid in forming a stable solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) on the anode surface. Here, we show that FEC addition to KIBs containing hard carbon anodes results in a dramatic decrease in capacity and cell failure in only two cycles, whereas capacity retention remains high (> 90% over 100 cycles at C/10 for both KPF6 and KFSI) for electrolytes that do not contain FEC. Using a combination of 19F solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (SSNMR) spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), we show that FEC decomposes during galvanostatic cycling to form insoluble KF and K2CO3 on the anode surface, which correlates with increased interfacial resistance in the cell. Our results strongly suggest that KIB performance is sensitive to the accumulation of an inorganic SEI, likely due to poor K transport in these compounds. This mechanism of FEC decomposition was confirmed in two separate electrolyte formulations using KPF6 or KFSI. Interestingly, the salt anions do not decompose themselves, unlike their Li analogues. Insight from these results indicates that electrolyte decomposition pathways and favorable SEI components are significantly different in KIBs and LIBs, suggesting that entirely new approaches to KIB electrolyte engineering are needed.
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- Andrew W Ells
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Columbia University, 500 W 120th St, New York, New York 10027, United States
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Columbia University, 500 W 120th St, New York, New York 10027, United States
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Columbia University, 500 W 120th St, New York, New York 10027, United States
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Wang D, Li L, Zhang Z, Liu J, Guo X, Mao C, Peng H, Li Z, Li G. Mechanistic Insights into the Intercalation and Interfacial Chemistry of Mesocarbon Microbeads Anode for Potassium Ion Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2021; 17:e2103557. [PMID: 34590427 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202103557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2021] [Revised: 08/03/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Mesocarbon microbeads (MCMB) are highly desirable as anode materials for rechargeable potassium ion batteries (PIBs) due to their commercially availability, high stability and low-cost. However, their charge storage and interfacial mechanisms are still unclear. In this work, the intercalation mechanisms and the solid-electrolyte-interphase (SEI) formation of the MCMB in four different electrolytes is comprehensively studied. The MCMB anodes exhibit superior rate and cycle performances via a naked K-ions sequentially staging intercalation mechanism, realizing the complete transformation from graphite to KC8 . Whereas a solvated K-ions co-intercalation mechanism of the MCMB occurs in ether-based electrolytes, which might induce graphite exfoliation and result in unsatisfied specific capacity and capacity decay. Nevertheless, this co-intercalation behavior could be effectively suppressed by a highly concentrated electrolytes. Interfacial analyses unveil the distinct SEI components, which vary with the electrolyte chemistries. These SEI components also varies from surface to bulk and especially attention should be paid to the accurate control of the concentration of the fluoroethylene carbonate additives. This work provides a panoramic understanding of the intercalation and interfacial mechanisms on the MCMB anodes for PIBs.
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- Dandan Wang
- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, 266042, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, 266042, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, 266042, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, 266042, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, 266042, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, 266042, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, 266042, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, 266042, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University of Science and Technology, Qingdao, Shandong, 266042, China
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Lanjan A, Moradi Z, Srinivasan S. Multiscale Investigation of the Diffusion Mechanism within the Solid-Electrolyte Interface Layer: Coupling Quantum Mechanics, Molecular Dynamics, and Macroscale Mathematical Modeling. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2021; 13:42220-42229. [PMID: 34436850 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.1c12322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The solid-electrolyte interface (SEI) layer has a critical role in Li-ion batteries' (LIBs) life span. The SEI layer, even in modern commercial LIBs, is responsible for more than 50% of capacity loss. Due to the inherent complexity in studying the SEI layer, many aspects of its performance and characteristics, including diffusion mechanisms in this layer, are unknown. As a result, most mathematical models use a constant value of the diffusion coefficient, instead of a variable formulation, to predict LIBs' properties and performance such as capacity fading and the SEI growth rate. In this work, by employing a multiscale investigation using a combination of quantum mechanics, molecular dynamics, and macroscale mathematical modeling, some equations are presented to evaluate the energy barrier against diffusion and the diffusion coefficient in different crystal structures in the inner section of the SEI layer. The equations are evaluated as a function of temperature and concentration and can be used to study the diffusion mechanism in the SEI layer. They can also be integrated with other mathematical models of LIBs to increase the accuracy of the latter.
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- Amirmasoud Lanjan
- W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4L8, Canada
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- W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4L8, Canada
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- W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4L8, Canada
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IGARASHI D, KUBOTA K, HOSAKA T, TATARA R, INOSE T, ITO Y, INOUE H, TAKEUCHI M, KOMABA S. Effect of Crystallinity of Synthetic Graphite on Electrochemical Potassium Intercalation into Graphite. ELECTROCHEMISTRY 2021. [DOI: 10.5796/electrochemistry.21-00062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science
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- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University
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- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University
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- Institute for Integrated Product Development, Showa Denko K.K
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- Institute for Integrated Product Development, Showa Denko K.K
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- Institute for Integrated Product Development, Showa Denko K.K
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science
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Medenbach L, Meyer LC, Balducci A. Reversible potassium-ion intercalation into graphite electrodes in glyoxal-based electrolytes. Electrochem commun 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.elecom.2021.107001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Hosaka T, Fukabori T, Kojima H, Kubota K, Komaba S. Effect of Particle Size and Anion Vacancy on Electrochemical Potassium Ion Insertion into Potassium Manganese Hexacyanoferrates. CHEMSUSCHEM 2021; 14:1166-1175. [PMID: 33369231 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202002628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2020] [Revised: 12/17/2020] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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Potassium manganese hexacyanoferrate (KMnHCF) can be used as a positive electrode for potassium-ion batteries because of its high energy density. The effect of particle size and [Fe(CN)6 ]n- vacancies on the electrochemical potassium insertion of KMnHCFs was examined through experimental data and theoretical calculations. When nearly stoichiometric KMnHCF was synthesized and tested, smaller particle sizes were found to be important for achieving superior electrochemical performance in terms of capacity and rate capability. However, even in the case of larger particles, introducing a suitable number of anion vacancies enabled KMnHCF to exhibit comparable electrode performance. Electrochemical tests and density functional theory calculations indicated that anion vacancies contribute to the enhancement of K+ ion diffusion, which realizes good electrochemical performance. Structural design, including crystal vacancies and particle size, is the key to their high performance as a positive electrode.
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- Tomooki Hosaka
- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science, Shinjuku, Tokyo, 162-8601, Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science, Shinjuku, Tokyo, 162-8601, Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science, Shinjuku, Tokyo, 162-8601, Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science, Shinjuku, Tokyo, 162-8601, Japan
- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University, Goryo-Ohara, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto, 615-8245, Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science, Shinjuku, Tokyo, 162-8601, Japan
- Elements Strategy Initiative for Catalysts and Batteries (ESICB), Kyoto University, Goryo-Ohara, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto, 615-8245, Japan
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Komaba S. Sodium-driven Rechargeable Batteries: An Effort towards Future Energy Storage. CHEM LETT 2020. [DOI: 10.1246/cl.200568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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- Shinichi Komaba
- Department of Applied Chemistry, Tokyo University of Science, 1-3 Kagurazaka, Shinjuku, Tokyo 162-8601, Japan
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Liu Y, Gao C, Dai L, Deng Q, Wang L, Luo J, Liu S, Hu N. The Features and Progress of Electrolyte for Potassium Ion Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2020; 16:e2004096. [PMID: 32939984 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202004096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2020] [Revised: 08/17/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Nowadays, Li-ion batteries have achieved great success and are widely used in various fields. However, the scarcity and uneven distribution of lithium resources together with the increasing cost may hamper the sustainable development of Li-ion batteries in the future. Hence, many researchers have turned to potassium ion batteries due to their abundant raw materials, low price, and high energy density. Although great progress has been made in recent years, there are still existing many challenges, especially the severe side reaction between electrolyte and K metal, which leads to an unstable solid-liquid interface and low coulombic efficiency. Hence, an excellent electrolyte may be the key to development of K-ion batteries in the future. Unfortunately, no systematic research has been conducted to study the electrolyte and its role on the performance yet. In order to compensate for this limitation, in this paper, the status and progress of electrolytes for K-ion batteries are reviewed, the issues and challenges existing in the development of electrolyte are clarified, and the future development is prospected.
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- Yiwei Liu
- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063009, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063009, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063009, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Reliability and Intelligence Electrical Equipment, School of Mechanical Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300401, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063009, China
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- Key Laboratory for Green Chemical Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063009, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Reliability and Intelligence Electrical Equipment, School of Mechanical Engineering, Hebei University of Technology, Tianjin, 300401, China
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