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Zhu X, Pan L, Peng Z, Li B, Zhang Z, Zhao N, Meng W, Dai L, Wang L, Zhu J, He Z. Superabsorbent starch protective layer modulates zinc anode interface for long-life aqueous zinc ion batteries. J Colloid Interface Sci 2025; 677:1029-1036. [PMID: 39134077 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.08.010] [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: 06/23/2024] [Revised: 07/22/2024] [Accepted: 08/02/2024] [Indexed: 10/09/2024]
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Aqueous zinc ion batteries (AZIBs) have attracted much attention for their safety, low cost and high theoretical capacity. Nevertheless, Zn dendrites and the adverse reactions such as corrosion, hydrogen evolution and passivation on the anode affect the cycle life and stability of AZIBs. Herein, superabsorbent starch (SS) was employed on Zn foil to form an artificial interface protection layer, which inhibited the formation of dendrites by guiding the uniform deposition of Zn2+. SS with a large amount of oxygen-containing functional group is superabsorbent, which can attract the active water around the hydrated Zn2+, promoting the desolvation process of the hydrated Zn2+ and significantly inhibiting the occurrence of hydrogen evolution reaction. In addition, the inherent pore structure of the SS artificial interfacial layer can induce uniform nucleation of Zn2+ and inhibit the dendrites growth. Moreover, compared to bare Zn//MnO2 cell (44.1 %), the capacity retention of Zn@SS//MnO2 cell remained as high as 87.8 % after 1000 cycles at 1.5 A g-1. The simple method provided a new method for the rapid development of AZIBs.
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- Xinyan Zhu
- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China.
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China.
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan 063210, China.
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Zhang SJ, Hao J, Wu H, Kao CC, Chen Q, Ye C, Qiao SZ. Toward High-Energy-Density Aqueous Zinc-Iodine Batteries: Multielectron Pathways. ACS NANO 2024. [PMID: 39383309 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c10901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/11/2024]
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Aqueous zinc-iodine batteries (ZIBs) based on the reversible conversion between various iodine species have garnered global attention due to their advantages of fast redox kinetics, good reversibility, and multielectron conversion feasibility. Although significant progress has been achieved in ZIBs with the two-electron I-/I2 pathway (2eZIBs), their relatively low energy density has hindered practical application. Recently, ZIBs with four-electron I-/I2/I+ electrochemistry (4eZIBs) have shown a significant improvement in energy density. Nonetheless, the practical use of 4eZIBs is challenged by poor redox reversibility due to polyiodide shuttling during I-/I2 conversion and I+ hydrolysis during I2/I+ conversion. In this Review, we thoroughly summarize the fundamental understanding of two ZIBs, including reaction mechanisms, limitations, and improvement strategies. Importantly, we provide an intuitive evaluation on the energy density of ZIBs to assess their practical potential and highlight the critical impacts of the Zn utilization rate. Finally, we emphasize the cost issues associated with iodine electrodes and propose potential closed-loop recycling routes for sustainable energy storage with ZIBs. These findings aim to motivate the practical application of advanced ZIBs and promote sustainable global energy storage.
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- Shao-Jian Zhang
- 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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Hu C, Yang Z, Zhang Q, Zhang M, Wu T, Xie C, Wang H, Tang Y, Wang H. Lithiation Induced Hetero-Superlattice Zn/ZnLi as Stable Anode for Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202409096. [PMID: 38982569 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202409096] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2024] [Revised: 06/23/2024] [Accepted: 07/07/2024] [Indexed: 07/11/2024]
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Three dimensional (3D) framework structure is one of the most effective ways to achieve uniform zinc deposition and thus inhibit the Zn dendrites growth in working Zn metallic anode. A major challenge facing for the most commonly used 3D zincophilic hosts is that the zincophilic layer tends to peel off during repeatedly cycling, making it less stable. Herein, for the first time, a hetero-superlattice Zn/ZnLi (HS-Zn/ZnLi) anode containing periodic arrangements of metallic Zn phase and zincophilic ZnLi phase at the nanoscale, is well designed and fabricated via electrochemical lithiation method. Based on binding energy and stripping energy calculation, and the operando optical observation of plating/stripping behaviors, the zincophilic ZnLi sites with a strong Zn adsorption ability in the interior of the 3D ZnLi framework structure can effectively guide uniform Zn nucleation and dendrite-free zinc deposition, which significantly improves the cycling stability of the HS-Zn/ZnLi alloy (over 2800 h without a short-circuit at 2 mA cm-2). More importantly, this strategy can be extended to HS-Zn/ZnNa and HS-Zn/ZnK anodes that are similar to the HS-Zn/ZnLi microstructure, also displaying significantly enhanced cycling performances in AZIBs. This study can provide a novel strategy to develop the dendrite-free metal anodes with stable cycling performance.
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- Chao Hu
- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Chemical Power Sources, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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Huang Y, Guo R, Li Z, Zhang J, Liu W, Kang F. Ultra-Stable Aqueous Zinc Anodes: Enabling High-Performance Zinc-Ion Batteries via a ZnSiF 6-Derived Protective Interphase. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024:e2407201. [PMID: 39373706 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202407201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2024] [Revised: 09/14/2024] [Indexed: 10/08/2024]
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Zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) hold immense promise as next-generation energy storage solutions, however, the practical application of zinc anodes is hindered by dendrite formation and parasitic side reactions. Engineering a stable solid- eletrolyte interphase (SEI) is crucial for addressing these issues. This study proposes a novel strategy to enhance Zn anode performance by incorporating a ZnSiF6 additive into a standard ZnSO4 (ZSO) electrolyte. The ZnSiF6 additive facilitates the formation of a stable, fluorine-rich SEI on the Zn anode surface. Characterization reveals a hierarchical SEI structure, primarily composed of porous alkali zinc sulfate (ZHS) with embedded ZnF2. This unique architecture promotes rapid zinc ion desolvation and efficient transport, enhances corrosion resistance, and mitigates hydrogen evolution. Consequently, ZnSiF6-modified cells exhibit exceptional cycling stability, exceeding 3000 hours at 0.5 mA cm-2 and 560 hours at 10 mA cm-2, significantly outperforming ZSO-based cells. The modified cells also achieve high areal capacities (10 mAh cm-2), indicating superior zinc utilization. This work provides key insights for designing stable electrode/electrolyte interfaces, contributing to the development of high-performance aqueous ZIBs.
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- Yongfeng Huang
- Institute of Materials Research, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China
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- Institute of Materials Research, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Institute of Materials Research, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Institute of Materials Research, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- School of Environmental and Materials Engineering, Yantai University, Yantai, 264005, China
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- Institute of Materials Research, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen, 518055, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China
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Upreti BB, Kamboj N, Dey RS. Advancing Zinc Anodes: Strategies for Enhanced Performance in Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024:e2408138. [PMID: 39363787 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202408138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2024] [Revised: 09/17/2024] [Indexed: 10/05/2024]
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The promising features of aqueous zinc ion batteries (AZIBs), including their inherent safety, environmental friendliness, abundant raw materials, cost-effectiveness, and simple manufacturing process, position them as strong candidates for large-scale energy storage. However, their practical application faces significant challenges, such as uncontrolled dendritic growth, undesirable side reactions, and hydrogen evolution reactions (HER), which undermine the efficiency and longevity of the system. To address these issues, extensive research has been conducted to improve these batteries' energy density and lifespan. This comprehensive review explores the fundamental mechanisms of zinc dendrite formation, its properties, and the interfacial chemistry between the electrode and electrolyte. It also delves into strategies for protecting the zinc anode, with a focus on the modulation of zinc ion deposition dynamics at the electrolyte interface. The discussion concludes with an evaluation of the current challenges and future prospects of AZIB, aiming to enhance their viability for grid-scale energy storage solutions.
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- Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab, 140306, India
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- Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab, 140306, India
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Tang M, Liu Q, Yu Z, Zou X, Huo X, Zhang B, An L. Bi-Functional Electrolyte Additive Leading to a Highly Reversible and Stable Zinc Anode. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2403457. [PMID: 38853138 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202403457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2024] [Revised: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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A stable stripping/plating process of the zinc anode is extremely critical for the practical application of aqueous zinc metal batteries. However, obstacles, including parasitic reactions and dendrite growth, notoriously deteriorate the stability and reversibility of zinc anode. Herein, Methyl l-α-aspartyl-l-phenylalaninate (Aspartame) is proposed as an effective additive in the ZnSO4 system to realize high stability and reversibility. Aspartame molecule with rich polar functional groups successfully participates in the solvation sheath of Zn2+ to suppress water-induced side reactions. The self-driven adsorption of Aspartame on zinc anode improves uniform deposition with a dose of 10 mm. These synergetic functions endow the zinc anode with a significantly long cycling lifespan of 4500 h. The cell coupled with a vanadium-based cathode also exhibited a high-capacity retention of 71.8% after 1000 cycles, outperforming the additive-free counterparts.
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- Mingcong Tang
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, 999077, China
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- Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, 999077, China
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- Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, 999077, China
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, 999077, China
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, 999077, China
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- Department of Applied Physics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, 999077, China
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, 999077, China
- Research Institute for Advanced Manufacturing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hong, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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Song Y, Ma F, Xiao Q, He S, Wang H, Wang Q. A self-assembled 2-hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid protective layer enables dendrite-free Zn anodes. Chem Commun (Camb) 2024; 60:11144-11147. [PMID: 39283012 DOI: 10.1039/d4cc03597f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/02/2024]
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A stable self-assembled 2-hydroxyphosphonoacetic acid (HPAA) layer was constructed on the Zn surface via chelation. This HPAA protective layer significantly inhibits the water-related side reactions and suppresses Zn dendrite growth. Consequently, the Zn-HPAA-1h anode shows a long cycling lifetime of 650 h in a symmetric cell at 30.0 mA cm-2. Also, the Zn-HPAA-1h//V2O5 full cell demonstrates a high capacity of 154.1 mA h g-1 after 1000 cycles at 2 A g-1. This study provides a new strategy for developing dendrite-free Zn anodes.
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- Yingying Song
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shandong University of Technology, Zibo 255000, Shandong, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, 221116, Xuzhou, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, 221116, Xuzhou, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, 221116, Xuzhou, China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shandong University of Technology, Zibo 255000, Shandong, China.
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University, 221116, Xuzhou, China.
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Shao Y, Xia Z, Xu L, Zhang X, Yang D, Yang Z, Luo J, Xiao G, Yang Y, Su Y, Lu G, Sun J, Cheng T, Shao Y. Crystalline Texture Reengineering of Zinc Powder-Based Fibrous Anode for Remarkable Mechano-Electrochemical Stability. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2407143. [PMID: 39189530 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202407143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2024] [Revised: 07/25/2024] [Indexed: 08/28/2024]
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The challenge of inadequate mechano-electrochemical stability in rechargeable fibrous Zn-ion batteries (FZIBs) has emerged as a critical challenge for their broad applications. Traditional rigid Zn wires struggle to maintain a stable electrochemical interface when subjected to external mechanical stress. To address this issue, a wet-spinning technique has been developed to fabricate Zn powder based fibrous anode, while carbon nanotubes (CNTs) introduced to enhance the spinnability of Zn powder dispersion. The followed annealing treatment has been conducted to reengineer the Zn crystalline texture with CNTs assisted surface tension regulation to redirect (002) crystallographic textural formation. The thus-derived annealed Zn@CNTs fiber demonstrates great mechano-electrochemical stability after a long-term bending and electrochemical process. The fabricated FZIB demonstrates a remarkable durability, surpassing 800 h at 1 mA cm-2 and 1 mAh cm-2, with a marginal voltage hysteresis increase of 21.7 mV even after 100 twisting cycles under 180 degree twisting angle. The assembled FZIB full cell displays an 88.6% capacity retention even after a long cycle of a series of bending, knotting, and straightening deformation. It has been also woven into a 200 cm2 size textile to demonstrate its capability to integrate into smart textiles.
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- Yanyan Shao
- College of Energy Soochow Institute for Energy and Materials Innovations (SIEMIS), Key Laboratory of Advanced Carbon Materials and Wearable Energy Technologies of Jiangsu Province, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, P. R. China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, P. R. China
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- College of Energy Soochow Institute for Energy and Materials Innovations (SIEMIS), Key Laboratory of Advanced Carbon Materials and Wearable Energy Technologies of Jiangsu Province, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, P. R. China
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- Institute of Functional Nano and Soft Materials (FUNSOM), Soochow University, Suzhou, 215123, P. R. China
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- Academy for Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, P. R. China
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- College of Energy Soochow Institute for Energy and Materials Innovations (SIEMIS), Key Laboratory of Advanced Carbon Materials and Wearable Energy Technologies of Jiangsu Province, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, P. R. China
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- College of Energy Soochow Institute for Energy and Materials Innovations (SIEMIS), Key Laboratory of Advanced Carbon Materials and Wearable Energy Technologies of Jiangsu Province, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, P. R. China
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- College of Energy Soochow Institute for Energy and Materials Innovations (SIEMIS), Key Laboratory of Advanced Carbon Materials and Wearable Energy Technologies of Jiangsu Province, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai, 201620, P. R. China
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- College of Energy Soochow Institute for Energy and Materials Innovations (SIEMIS), Key Laboratory of Advanced Carbon Materials and Wearable Energy Technologies of Jiangsu Province, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215006, P. R. China
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- Institute of Functional Nano and Soft Materials (FUNSOM), Soochow University, Suzhou, 215123, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, P. R. China
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Zhang S, Wu Y, Gao J, Song Y, Jin B, Shao M. Oriented Metal Stripping for Highly Reversible Zinc Anode. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2402489. [PMID: 38881269 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202402489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2024] [Revised: 06/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/18/2024]
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Aqueous zinc metal batteries are a viable candidate for next-generation energy storage systems, but suffer from poor cycling efficiency of the Zn anode. Emerging approaches aim to regulate zinc plating behavior to suppress uncontrolled dendrites, while the stripping process is seldom considered. Herein, an oriented metal stripping strategy is demonstrated to stabilize the Zn anode by removing high-index facets for exposing the (002) plane through the addition of anionic additive sodium citrate (SC). Consequently, high-index facets that coordinate strongly with SC are preferentially stripped out due to a reduced stripping barrier, rendering stable (002) facet preponderant in epitaxial plating. After repeat stripping/plating, the ultra-high proportion of 93% for (002) and large-size grains of ≈100 µm (six times larger than before) can be obtained. Zn anode shows continuous 25 000 cycles with low overpotential at 100 mA cm-2 in symmetric cells and more than 70 h of stable operation even at an ultra-high depth of discharge of 92.3%. Moreover, an extremely long lifespan of 12 000 cycles at 10 A g-1 with a high capacity retention of 89% is achieved by the assembled Zn//I2 battery. This work provides a distinctive approach to improving the stripping process to design highly efficient zinc anodes for promising aqueous zinc metal batteries.
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- Shimeng Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
- Renewable Energy Research Institute, Quzhou Institute for Innovation in Resource Chemical Engineering, Quzhou, 324000, P. R. China
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Sun M, Ren X, Hu L, Wang N, Gan Z, Jia C, Li Z. Dendrite-free Zn anode enabled by combining carbon nanoparticles hydrophobic layer with crystal face reconstruction toward high-performance Zn-ion battery. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 670:449-459. [PMID: 38772261 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.05.112] [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: 03/25/2024] [Revised: 04/27/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/23/2024]
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Aqueous zinc ion batteries (ZIBs) have been considered promising energy storage systems due to their excellent electrochemical performance, environmental toxicity, high safety and low cost. However, uncontrolled dendrite growth and side reactions at the zinc anode have seriously hindered the development of ZIBs. Herein, we prepared the carbon nanoparticles layer coated zinc anode with (103) crystal plane preferential oriented crystal structure (denoted as C@RZn) by a facile one-step vapor deposition method. The preferential crystallographic orientation of (103) crystal plane promotes zinc deposition at a slight angle, effectively preventing the formation of Zn dendrites on the surface. In addition, the hydrophobic layer of carbon layer used as an inert physical barrier to prevent corrosion reaction and a buffer during volume changes, thus improving the reversibility of the zinc anode. As a result. the C@RZn anode achieves a stable cycle performance of more than 3000 h at 1 mA cm-2 with CE of 99.77 % at 5 mA cm-2. The full battery with C@RZn anode and Mn-doped V6O13 (MVO) cathode show stability for 5000 cycles at the current density of 5 A g-1. This work provides a new approach for the design of multifunctional interfaces for Zn anode.
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- Mengxuan Sun
- School of Physics, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 610054, PR China
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- School of Physics, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 610054, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Electronic Thin Films and Integrated Devices, School of Integrate Circuit Science and Engineering, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu 610054, PR China
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- Shenzhen Institute for Advanced Study, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Shenzhen 518110, PR China
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- School of Physics, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 610054, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Electronic Thin Films and Integrated Devices, School of Integrate Circuit Science and Engineering, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu 610054, PR China.
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- School of Physics, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 610054, PR China.
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Wen Z, Hu Z, Wang X, Zhang Y, Du W, Ye M, Tang Y, Liu X, Li CC. Weakening the Space Charge Layer Effect Through Tethered Anion Electrolyte and Piezoelectric Effect Toward Ultra-Stable Zinc Anode. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024:e2407390. [PMID: 39267433 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202407390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2024] [Revised: 07/16/2024] [Indexed: 09/17/2024]
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The space charge layer (SCL) dilemma, caused by mobile anion concentration gradient and the rapid consumption of cations, is the fundamental reason for the generation of zinc dendrites, especially under high-rate discharge conditions. To address the issue, a physical (PbTiO3)/chemical (AMPS-Zn) barrier is designed to construct stable zinc ion flow and disrupt the gradient of anion concentration by coupling the ferroelectric effect with tethered anion electrolyte. The ferroelectric materials PbTiO3 with extreme-high piezoelectric constant can spontaneously generate an internal electric field to accelerate the movement of zinc ions, and the polyanionic polymer AMPS-Zn can repel mobile anions and disrupt the anions concentration gradient by tethering anions. Through numerical simulations and analyses, it is discovered that a high Zn2+ transference number can effectively weaken the SCL, thus suppressing the occurrence of zinc dendrites and parasitic side reactions. Consequently, an asymmetric cell using the PbTiO3@Zn demonstrates a reversible plating/stripping performance for 2900 h, and an asymmetric cell reaches a state-of-the-art runtime of 3450 h with a high average Coulombic efficiency of 99.98%. Furthermore, the PbTiO3@Zn/I2 battery demonstrated an impressive capacity retention rate of 84.0% over 65000 cycles by employing a slender Zn anode.
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- Zhipeng Wen
- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang, 515200, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang, 515200, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT95AG, UK
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang, 515200, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang, 515200, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang, 515200, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang, 515200, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang, 515200, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China
- Guangdong Provincial Laboratory of Chemistry and Fine Chemical Engineering Jieyang Center, Jieyang, 515200, P. R. China
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Liu B, Yu L, Xiao Q, Zhang S, Li G, Ren K, Zhu Y, Wang C, Wang Q. In situ construction of a static-dynamic hybrid interface toward stable Zn anodes for aqueous Zn-ion batteries. Chem Sci 2024:d4sc05127k. [PMID: 39290586 PMCID: PMC11403862 DOI: 10.1039/d4sc05127k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2024] [Accepted: 09/04/2024] [Indexed: 09/19/2024] Open
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Aqueous Zn-ion batteries are promising candidates for next-generation energy storage devices due to the advantages of high safety, low cost and good environmental friendliness. However, the uncontrollable dendrite growth and undesirable side reactions occurring on the Zn anode result in poor cycling stability. Herein, a Lewis base, triethanolamine, is used as the electrolyte additive to construct a hybrid solid-electrolyte interphase layer composed of a static ZnSO4·3Zn(OH)2·4H2O layer and dynamic quaternary ammonium ion adsorption layer. The static SEI layer acts as a physical barrier between the Zn anode and electrolyte, thus effectively suppressing chemical corrosion and the hydrogen evolution reaction. The dynamic layer can not only regulate the ion flux at the interface, but also promote the de-solvation of solvated Zn2+, thus leading to homogenous Zn deposition along the (002) electro-crystallization orientation. As a result, the Zn anode demonstrates an extended cycle life of 2500 h at a current density of 1.0 mA cm-2, with an areal capacity of 1.0 mA h cm-2 and a high coulombic efficiency (CE) of 98.94%. The Zn‖V2O5 cells exhibit a specific capacity of 178.4 mA h g-1 after 500 cycles, indicating both high capacity and robust cycling stability, which are essential for practical applications.
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- Baohua Liu
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University Xuzhou Jiangsu 221116 P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University Xuzhou Jiangsu 221116 P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University Xuzhou Jiangsu 221116 P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology, The University of Adelaide Adelaide SA 5005 Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology, The University of Adelaide Adelaide SA 5005 Australia
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University Xuzhou Jiangsu 221116 P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University Xuzhou Jiangsu 221116 P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University Xuzhou Jiangsu 221116 P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, Jiangsu Normal University Xuzhou Jiangsu 221116 P. R. China
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Sui BB, Sha L, Bao QP, Wang PF, Gong Z, Zhou MD, Shi FN, Zhu K. Polyoxometalate solution passivation enabling dendrite-free and high-performance zinc anodes in aqueous zinc-ion batteries. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 669:886-895. [PMID: 38749227 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.05.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2023] [Revised: 05/06/2024] [Accepted: 05/07/2024] [Indexed: 05/27/2024]
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Zinc metal anodes in aqueous electrolytes commonly face challenges such as dendrite growth and undesirable side reactions, limiting their application in the field of aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) for energy storage. Drawing inspiration from industrial practices involving molybdenum salt solutions for metal modification, a polyoxometalate solution was formulated as a passivation solution for zinc anodes (referred to as MO solution). The formed passivation layer, referred to as the MO layer, exhibited a uniform and protective nature with a thickness of approximately 10 μm. The experimental results demonstrated that this passivation layer effectively suppressed side reactions at the zinc anode interface, as evidenced by lower corrosion current density for MO-Zn anodes. Additionally, the newly plated Zn was uniformly deposited atop the MO layer, ensuring coating integrity and inhibiting dendrite growth. As a result, under more demanding conditions such as a larger current of 8 mA cm-2, the MO-Zn anode displayed an extended cycle life exceeding 420 h in a symmetric battery, with an overpotential as low as 98 mV. This performance significantly outperformed that of commercially available pure Zn foils (with a cycle life of 60 h and an overpotential of 192 mV). Notably, a self-made Na-doped V2O5 served as the cathode (referred to as NaVO), forming the MO-Zn//NaVO full battery. Even under high current test conditions of 2 A/g, the specific capacity of the MO-Zn//NaVO full battery remained substantial at 152.83 mAh/g after 1000 cycles. Furthermore, pouch batteries assembled with NaVO//MO-Zn successfully illuminated small bulbs. This study offers a viable optimization strategy for AZIB anodes and demonstrates the potential of using polyoxometalate solution for etching zinc anodes to inhibit dendrite growth and interfacial corrosion of zinc metal anodes.
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- Bin-Bin Sui
- Key Laboratory of Polymer and Catalyst Synthesis Technology of Liaoning Province, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, Shenyang 110870, China
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- Key Laboratory of Polymer and Catalyst Synthesis Technology of Liaoning Province, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, Shenyang 110870, China
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- Key Laboratory of Polymer and Catalyst Synthesis Technology of Liaoning Province, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, Shenyang 110870, China
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- Key Laboratory of Polymer and Catalyst Synthesis Technology of Liaoning Province, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, Shenyang 110870, China.
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, Shenyang 110142, China.
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Chemical Technology, Shenyang 110142, China
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- Key Laboratory of Polymer and Catalyst Synthesis Technology of Liaoning Province, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, Shenyang 110870, China
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- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials and Surface Technology of Ministry of Education, College of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, China.
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Yan Y, Mei R, Ma J, Huang Y, Zhu Y, Lang Z, Li C, Tang H, Zhang W, Lu J, Schmidt OG, Zhang K, Zhu M. Modular Design of Functional Glucose Monomer and Block Co-Polymer toward Stable Zn Anodes. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2400292. [PMID: 38659378 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202400292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Aqueous Zn batteries employing mildly acidic electrolytes have emerged as promising contenders for safe and cost-effective energy storage solutions. Nevertheless, the intrinsic reversibility of the Zn anode becomes a focal concern due to the involvement of acidic electrolyte, which triggers Zn corrosion and facilitates the deposition of insulating byproducts. Moreover, the unregulated growth of Zn over cycling amplifies the risk of internal short-circuiting, primarily induced by the formation of Zn dendrites. In this study, a class of glucose-derived monomers and a block copolymer are synthesized through a building-block assembly strategy, ultimately leading to uncover the optimal polymer structure that suppresses the Zn corrosion while allowing efficient ion conduction with a substantial contribution from cation transport. Leveraging these advancements, remarkable enhancements are achieved in the realm of Zn reversibility, exemplified by a spectrum of performance metrics, including robust cycling stability without voltage overshoot and short-circuiting during 3000 h of cycling, stable operation at a high depth of charge/discharge of 75% and a high current density, >95% Coulombic efficiency over 2000 cycles, successful translation of the anode improvement to full cell performance. These polymer designs offer a transformative path based on the modular synthesis of polymeric coatings toward highly reversible Zn anode.
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- Yaping Yan
- Research Center for Materials, Architectures, and Integration of Nanomembranes (MAIN), Chemnitz University of Technology, 09126, Chemnitz, Germany
- Material Systems for Nanoelectronics, Chemnitz University of Technology, 09107, Chemnitz, Germany
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- Sustainable Materials and Chemistry, Department of Wood Technology and Wood-based Composites, University of Göttingen, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Research Center for Materials, Architectures, and Integration of Nanomembranes (MAIN), Chemnitz University of Technology, 09126, Chemnitz, Germany
- Material Systems for Nanoelectronics, Chemnitz University of Technology, 09107, Chemnitz, Germany
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- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), Advanced Materials Thrust, Nansha, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 511400, China
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- Sustainable Materials and Chemistry, Department of Wood Technology and Wood-based Composites, University of Göttingen, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Sustainable Materials and Chemistry, Department of Wood Technology and Wood-based Composites, University of Göttingen, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Sustainable Materials and Chemistry, Department of Wood Technology and Wood-based Composites, University of Göttingen, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Research Center for Materials, Architectures, and Integration of Nanomembranes (MAIN), Chemnitz University of Technology, 09126, Chemnitz, Germany
- Material Systems for Nanoelectronics, Chemnitz University of Technology, 09107, Chemnitz, Germany
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- Research Center for Materials, Architectures, and Integration of Nanomembranes (MAIN), Chemnitz University of Technology, 09126, Chemnitz, Germany
- Material Systems for Nanoelectronics, Chemnitz University of Technology, 09107, Chemnitz, Germany
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- State Key Laboratory for Mesoscopic Physics and Department of Physics, Peking University, Beijing, 100871, China
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- Research Center for Materials, Architectures, and Integration of Nanomembranes (MAIN), Chemnitz University of Technology, 09126, Chemnitz, Germany
- Material Systems for Nanoelectronics, Chemnitz University of Technology, 09107, Chemnitz, Germany
- School of Science, TU Dresden, 01062, Dresden, Germany
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- Sustainable Materials and Chemistry, Department of Wood Technology and Wood-based Composites, University of Göttingen, 37077, Göttingen, Germany
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- Research Center for Materials, Architectures, and Integration of Nanomembranes (MAIN), Chemnitz University of Technology, 09126, Chemnitz, Germany
- Material Systems for Nanoelectronics, Chemnitz University of Technology, 09107, Chemnitz, Germany
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Sultanov F, Tatykayev B, Bakenov Z, Mentbayeva A. The role of graphene aerogels in rechargeable batteries. Adv Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 331:103249. [PMID: 39032342 DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2024.103249] [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: 03/14/2024] [Revised: 07/12/2024] [Accepted: 07/14/2024] [Indexed: 07/23/2024]
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Energy storage systems, particularly rechargeable batteries, play a crucial role in establishing a sustainable energy infrastructure. Today, researchers focus on improving battery energy density, cycling stability, and rate performance. This involves enhancing existing materials or creating new ones with advanced properties for cathodes and anodes to achieve peak battery performance. Graphene aerogels (GAs) possess extraordinary attributes, including a hierarchical porous and lightweight structure, high electrical conductivity, and robust mechanical stability. These qualities facilitate the uniform distribution of active sites within electrodes, mitigate volume changes during repeated cycling, and enhance overall conductivity. When integrated into batteries, GAs expedite electron/ion transport, offer exceptional structural stability, and deliver outstanding cycling performance. This review offers a comprehensive survey of the advancements in the preparation, functionalization, and modification of GAs in the context of battery research. It explores their application as electrodes and hosts for the dispersion of active material nanoparticles, resulting in the creation of hybrid electrodes for a wide range of rechargeable batteries including lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), Li-metal-air batteries, sodium-ion batteries (SIBs), zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) and zinc-air batteries (ZABs), aluminum-ion batteries (AIBs) and aluminum-air batteries and other.
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- Fail Sultanov
- National Laboratory Astana, Nazarbayev University, Kabanbay Batyr Ave. 53, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan
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- National Laboratory Astana, Nazarbayev University, Kabanbay Batyr Ave. 53, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan
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- National Laboratory Astana, Nazarbayev University, Kabanbay Batyr Ave. 53, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan; Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, Nazarbayev University, Kabanbay Batyr Ave. 53, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan
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- National Laboratory Astana, Nazarbayev University, Kabanbay Batyr Ave. 53, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan; Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, Nazarbayev University, Kabanbay Batyr Ave. 53, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan.
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Zhang H, You Y, Sha D, Shui T, Moloto N, Liu J, Kure-Chu SZ, Hihara T, Zhang W, Sun Z. Planar Deposition via In Situ Conversion Engineering for Dendrite-Free Zinc Batteries. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024:e2409763. [PMID: 39212642 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202409763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2024] [Revised: 08/12/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Owing to the considerable capacity, high safety, and abundant zinc resources, zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) have been garnering much attention. Nonetheless, the unsatisfactory cyclic lifespan and poor reversibility originate from side reactions and dendrite obstacles to their practical applications. In addition to inhibiting the corrosion of aqueous electrolytes, regulating planar deposition is a key strategy to enhance their long-term stability. Herein, an in situ conversion strategy is reported to construct a protective "dual-layer" structure (VZSe/V@Zn) on zinc metal, consisting of the VSe2-ZnSe outer layer with low lattice mismatch to Zn (002) plane, and corrosion-resistant nanometallic V inner layer. Such design integrates superior interfacial ionic/electronic transfer, corrosion resistance, and unique planar deposition regulation capability. The as-prepared VZSe/V@Zn demonstrates remarkable durability of 238 h at 50 mA cm-2 with a high depth of discharge (68.3% DOD) in the Zn||Zn symmetric cell. Even in the anode-free system, the as-prepared protective layer can extend the cycle life up to 2000 cycles, with an outstanding capacity retention of 93.1% and ultra-high average coulombic efficiency of 99.998%. This work delineates an effective strategy for fabricating lattice-matching protective layers, with profound implications for elucidating zinc deposition mechanisms and paving the way for the development of high-performance zinc batteries.
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- Hanning Zhang
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 211189, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 211189, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 211189, China
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- Molecular Science Institute, School of Chemistry, University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, Wits, 2050, South Africa
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- Department of Materials Function and Design, Nagoya Institute of Technology, Gokiso-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 4668555, Japan
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- Department of Materials Function and Design, Nagoya Institute of Technology, Gokiso-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 4668555, Japan
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- Department of Materials Function and Design, Nagoya Institute of Technology, Gokiso-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 4668555, Japan
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 211189, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 211189, China
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Song YX, Chen XJ, Wang J, Wang K, Zhang YH, Zhang LX, Zhong XB, Liang JF, Wen R. Highly reversible Zn anodes enabled by in-situ construction of zincophilic zinc polyacrylate interphase for aqueous Zn-ion batteries. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 678:284-291. [PMID: 39208756 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2024.08.178] [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: 06/28/2024] [Revised: 08/13/2024] [Accepted: 08/22/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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The irreversibility and low utilization of Zn anode stemming from the corrosion and dendrite growth have largely limited the commercialization of aqueous zinc batteries. Here, a carbonyl-rich polymer interphase of zinc polyacrylate (ZPAA) is spontaneously in-situ constructed on Zn anode to address the above-mentioned dilemmas. The ZPAA interlayer enables fast transport kinetics of Zn2+ and tailors the interfacial electric field for realizing the uniform Zn deposition due to superior zincophilicity, high Zn2+ transference number and inherent ion-diffusion channel. Importantly, acting as a buffer interphase with strong adhesion and isolation of electrolytes, this functional layer effectively protects the Zn electrode against the water-induced erosion and passivation. Remarkably, the ZPAA@Zn electrode realizes an enhanced Coulombic efficiency of 99.71 % within 2200 cycles, delivers an ultra-long cycling stability over 7660 h (>319 days, 1 mA cm-2) and 2460 h (5 mA cm-2) with lower voltage hysteresis. Also, the ZPAA@Zn/MnO2 full cell maintains a high capacity of 114 mAh/g after 2000 cycles, much better that of untreated Zn/MnO2 cell (25 mAh/g). This concept of in-situ fabricating ion-sieve-like polymer interphase provides a facile approach to stabilize Zn anode and further paves a way for high-performance aqueous batteries.
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- Yue-Xian Song
- School of Energy and Power Engineering, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, Shanxi, China.
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- School of Energy and Power Engineering, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, Shanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Molecular Nanostructure and Nanotechnology and Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Science, CAS Research/Education Center for Excellence in Molecular Sciences, Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China
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- School of Energy and Power Engineering, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, Shanxi, China
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- School of Energy and Power Engineering, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, Shanxi, China
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- Shanxi Provincial Key Laboratory for High Performance Battery Materials and Devices, Taiyuan 030051, Shanxi, China
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- School of Energy and Power Engineering, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, Shanxi, China.
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- School of Energy and Power Engineering, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, Shanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Molecular Nanostructure and Nanotechnology and Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Science, CAS Research/Education Center for Excellence in Molecular Sciences, Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China
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Cao Z, Liu C, Zhou Y, Song B, Xiong D, Tao S, Xiao X, Shu Y, Deng W, Hu J, Hou H, Zou G, Ji X. π-π Stacking Induces Fast Zinc Ion Flux for High Power Zinc Ion Devices. J Phys Chem Lett 2024; 15:8434-8443. [PMID: 39119908 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpclett.4c01780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/10/2024]
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Metallic zinc has been regarded as an ideal anode material for aqueous batteries due to its high capacity, abundance, and low toxicity. Numerous strategies have been proposed for anode protection to address its intrinsic deficiencies. However, existing methods can only suppress dendrite growth at limited current densities, and achieving stable cycling at high rates remains a great challenge. Herein, density functional theory (DFT) reveals that Mn-MOF, with a distinctive π-π stacking structure (π-MOF), can induce accelerated ion transfer dynamics, providing high-speed pathways for Zn2+ flux, which can enable stable deposition even at high rates. As anticipated, the π-MOF@Zn anode exhibits remarkable stability for over 1900 h with the lowest voltage hysteresis (71 mV) at a current density of 10 mA cm-2. This study presents a viable approach to enhance the interface stability of high-rate metal anodes by modulating charge or ion behavior at the interface.
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- Ziwei Cao
- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan Institute of Engineering, Xiangtan 411104, China
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- Changde Cospowers New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., Changde City 415100, China
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- Changde Cospowers New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., Changde City 415100, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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Bavdane PP, Madiyan P, Bora DK, Nikumbe DY, Nagarale RK. Resilient and Reversible Phosphotungstic Acid Passivated Zinc Anode. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2024; 40:17500-17509. [PMID: 39102286 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.4c01674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/06/2024]
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Aqueous zinc ion batteries (ZIBs) present a compelling solution for grid-scale energy storage, which is crucial for integrating renewable energy resources into the electric infrastructure. The cycling stability of ZIBs hinges on the electrochemical reversibility of the zinc anode, which is often compromised by corrosion and dendritic zinc deposition. Here, we present a straightforward surface passivation strategy that significantly enhances the cycling stability of zinc anodes. By immersing zinc in a solution of phosphotungstic acid, we promoted the dominance of the 002 plane of zinc's hexagonal structure. This process facilitates the creation of a uniform nucleation and protective layer on the native zinc surface, resulting in a more uniform plating-stripping process and increased corrosion resistance. In symmetric cells, the passivated zinc exhibits a capacity retention of 68.7% after 1000 cycles at a current density of 1.0 Ag1-, whereas untreated zinc anodes retain only 7.4% of capacity under identical conditions. In full cell zinc iodine batteries employing the passivated zinc anode, over 1000 stable charge-discharge cycles were achieved at a current density of 20 mA cm-2, with approximately 96% Coulombic efficiency (CE), 86% voltage efficiency (VE), and 82% energy efficiency (EE). This study demonstrates a promising pathway for the construction and upscaling of flow batteries with high capacity and low cost.
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- Priyanka P Bavdane
- Membrane Science and Separation Technology Division, CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Bhavnagar 364002, Gujarat, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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- Membrane Science and Separation Technology Division, CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Bhavnagar 364002, Gujarat, India
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- Membrane Science and Separation Technology Division, CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Bhavnagar 364002, Gujarat, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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- Membrane Science and Separation Technology Division, CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Bhavnagar 364002, Gujarat, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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- Membrane Science and Separation Technology Division, CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Bhavnagar 364002, Gujarat, India
- Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad 201002, India
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Zhang G, Fu L, Chen Y, Fan K, Zhang C, Dai H, Guan L, Mao M, Ma J, Wang C. Hofmeister Effects in Supramolecular Chemistry for Anion-Modulation to Stabilize Zn Anode. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2405949. [PMID: 38944888 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202405949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2024] [Revised: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
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Aqueous Zn-ion batteries (AZIBs) are considered as promising candidates for the next-generation large-scale energy storage, which, however, is facing the challenge of instable Zn anodes. The anion is pivotal in the stability of anodes, which are not being paid enough attention to. Herein, the modulation of anions is reported using the Hofmeister series in supramolecular chemistry to boost the stability of Zn anodes. It is found that the right-side anions in the Hofmeister series (e.g., OTf-) can enhance the Zn2+ transference number, increase the Coulombic efficiency, facilitate uniform Zn deposition, reduce the freezing point of electrolytes, and thereby stabilize the Zn anodes. More importantly, the right-side anions can form strong interaction with β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) compared to the left-side anions, and hence the addition of β-CD can further enhance the stability of Zn anodes in OTf--based electrolytes, showing enhancement of cycling lifespan in the Zn//Zn symmetric cells more than 45.5 times with β-CD compared with those without β-CD. On the contrary, the left-side anions show worse rate performance after the addition of β-CD. These results provide an effective and novel approach for choosing anions and matching additives to stabilize the anodes and achieve high-performance AZIBs through the Hofmeister effect.
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- Guoqun Zhang
- School of Integrated Circuits, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, P. R. China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, P. R. China
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- School of Integrated Circuits, Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics (WNLO), Key Laboratory of Material Chemistry for Energy Conversion and Storage, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430074, P. R. China
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Duan Q, Xu Y, Zha Y, Meng F, Wang Q, Wen Y, Qiu J. Near-Complete Suppression of NIR-II Luminescence Quenching in Halide Double Perovskites for Surface Functionalization Through Facet Engineering. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2403198. [PMID: 38932471 PMCID: PMC11348257 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202403198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2024] [Revised: 06/09/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Lanthanide-based NIR-II-emitting materials (1000-1700 nm) show promise for optoelectronic devices, phototherapy, and bioimaging. However, one major bottleneck to prevent their widespread use lies in low quantum efficiencies, which are significantly constrained by various quenching effects. Here, a highly oriented (222) facet is achieved via facet engineering for Cs2NaErCl6 double perovskites, enabling near-complete suppression of NIR-II luminescence quenching. The optimally (222)-oriented Cs2Ag0.10Na0.90ErCl6 microcrystals emit Er3+ 1540 nm light with unprecedented high quantum efficiencies of 90 ± 6% under 379 nm UV excitation (ultralarge Stokes shift >1000 nm), and a record near-unity quantum yield of 98.6% is also obtained for (222)-based Cs2NaYb0.40Er0.60Cl6 microcrystallites under 980 nm excitation. With combined experimental and theoretical studies, the underlying mechanism of facet-dependent Er3+ 1540 nm emissions is revealed, which can contribute to surface asymmetry-induced breakdown of parity-forbidden transition and suppression of undesired non-radiative processes. Further, the role of surface quenching is reexamined by molecular dynamics based on two facets, highlighting the drastic two-phonon coupling effect of a hydroxyl group to 4I13/2 level of Er3+. Surface-functionalized facets will provide new insights for tunable luminescence in double perovskites, and open up a new avenue for developing highly efficient NIR-II emitters toward broad applications.
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- Qiudong Duan
- Faculty of Material Science and EngineeringKey Lab of Advanced Materials of Yunnan ProvinceKunming University of Science and TechnologyKunming650093China
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- Faculty of Material Science and EngineeringKey Lab of Advanced Materials of Yunnan ProvinceKunming University of Science and TechnologyKunming650093China
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- Faculty of Material Science and EngineeringKey Lab of Advanced Materials of Yunnan ProvinceKunming University of Science and TechnologyKunming650093China
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- Faculty of Material Science and EngineeringKey Lab of Advanced Materials of Yunnan ProvinceKunming University of Science and TechnologyKunming650093China
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- Faculty of Material Science and EngineeringKey Lab of Advanced Materials of Yunnan ProvinceKunming University of Science and TechnologyKunming650093China
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- Faculty of Material Science and EngineeringKey Lab of Advanced Materials of Yunnan ProvinceKunming University of Science and TechnologyKunming650093China
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- Faculty of Material Science and EngineeringKey Lab of Advanced Materials of Yunnan ProvinceKunming University of Science and TechnologyKunming650093China
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Wu B, Liu J, Rao S, Zheng C, Song W, Ma Q, Niu J, Wang F. Transforming Undesired Corrosion Products into a Nanoflake-Array Functional Layer: A Gelatin-Assistant Modification Strategy for High Performance Zn Battery Anodes. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2400926. [PMID: 38470206 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202400926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2024] [Revised: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/13/2024]
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As corrosion products of Zn anodes in ZnSO4 electrolytes, Zn4SO4 (OH)6·xH2O with loose structure cannot suppress persistent side reactions but can increase the electrode polarization and induce dendrite growth, hindering the practical applications of Zn metal batteries. In this work, a functional layer is built on the Zn anode by a gelatin-assistant corrosion and low-temperature pyrolysis method. With the assistant of gelatin, undesired corrosion products are converted into a uniform nanoflake array comprising ZnO coated by gelatin-derived carbon on Zn foil (denoted Zn@ZnO@GC). It is revealed that the gelatin-derived carbons not only enhance the electron conductivity, facilitate Zn2+ desolvation, and boost transport/deposition kinetics, but also inhibit the occurrence of hydrogen evolution and corrosion reactions on the zincophilic Zn@ZnO@GC anode. Moreover, the 3D nanoflake array effectively homogenizes the current density and Zn2+ concentration, thus inhibiting the formation of dendrites. The symmetric cells using the Zn@ZnO@GC anodes exhibit superior cycling performance (over 7000 h at 1 mA cm-2/1 mAh cm-2) and without short-circuiting even up to 25 mAh cm-2. The Zn@ZnO@GC||NaV3O8 full cell works stably for 5000 cycles even with a limited N/P ratio of ≈5.5, showing good application prospects.
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- Bing Wu
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Laboratory of Electrochemical Process and Technology for Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Laboratory of Electrochemical Process and Technology for Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Laboratory of Electrochemical Process and Technology for Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Laboratory of Electrochemical Process and Technology for Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Laboratory of Electrochemical Process and Technology for Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Laboratory of Electrochemical Process and Technology for Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Laboratory of Electrochemical Process and Technology for Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Laboratory of Electrochemical Process and Technology for Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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Peng H, Ge W, Ma X, Jiang X, Zhang K, Yang J. Surface Engineering on Zinc Anode for Aqueous Zinc Metal Batteries. CHEMSUSCHEM 2024; 17:e202400076. [PMID: 38429246 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202400076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2024] [Revised: 02/26/2024] [Accepted: 03/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/03/2024]
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Rechargeable aqueous zinc metal batteries (AZMBs) are considered as a potential alternative to lithium-ion batteries due to their low cost, high safety, and environmental friendliness. However, the Zn anodes in AZMBs face severe challenges, such as dendrite growth, metal corrosion, and hydrogen evolution, all of which are closely related to the Zn/electrolyte interface. This article offers a short review on surface passivation to alleviate the issues on the Zn anodes. The composition and structure of the surface layers significantly influence their functions and then the performance of the Zn anodes. The recent progresses are introduced, according to the chemical components of the passivation layers on the Zn anodes. Moreover, the challenges and prospects of surface passivation in stabilizing Zn anodes are discussed, providing valuable guidance for the development of AZMBs.
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- Huili Peng
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Linyi University, Linyi, 276000, P.R. China
- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P.R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Linyi University, Linyi, 276000, P.R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Linyi University, Linyi, 276000, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P.R. China
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Xu B, Liu Y, Zhao B, Li H, Liu M, Mai H, Li Q. Suitable Stereoscopic Configuration of Electrolyte Additive Enabling Highly Reversible and High-Rate Zn Anodes. Molecules 2024; 29:3416. [PMID: 39064994 PMCID: PMC11280124 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29143416] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2024] [Revised: 07/17/2024] [Accepted: 07/19/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
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Electrolyte additive engineering is a crucial method for enhancing the performance of aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs). Recently, most research predominantly focuses on the role of functional groups in regulating electrolytes, often overlooking the impact of molecule stereoscopic configuration. Herein, two isomeric sugar alcohols, mannitol and sorbitol, are employed as electrolyte additives to investigate the impact of the stereoscopic configuration of additives on the ZnSO4 electrolyte. Experimental analysis and theoretical calculations reveal that the primary factor for improving Zn anode performance is the regulation of the solvation sheath by these additives. Among the isomers, mannitol exhibits stronger binding energies with Zn2+ ions and water molecules due to its more suitable stereoscopic configuration. These enhanced bindings allow mannitol to coordinate with Zn2+, contributing to solvation structure formation and reducing the active H2O molecules in the bulk electrolyte, resulting in suppressed parasitic reactions and inhibited dendritic growth. As a result, the zinc electrodes in mannitol-modified electrolyte exhibit excellent cycling stability of 1600 h at 1 mA cm-2 and 900 h at 10 mA cm-2, respectively. Hence, this study provides novel insights into the importance of suitable stereoscopic molecule configurations in the design of electrolyte additives for highly reversible and high-rate Zn anodes.
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- Binrui Xu
- School of Information Engineering, Henan University of Science and Technology, Luoyang 471023, China; (B.X.); (M.L.); (H.M.)
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Provincial and Ministerial Coconstruction of Collaborative Innovation Center for Non—Ferrous Metal New Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, Henan University of Science and Technology, Luoyang 471023, China; (B.Z.); (H.L.)
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Provincial and Ministerial Coconstruction of Collaborative Innovation Center for Non—Ferrous Metal New Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, Henan University of Science and Technology, Luoyang 471023, China; (B.Z.); (H.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Cluster Science of Ministry of Education, Beijing Key Laboratory of Photoelectronic/Electrophotonic Conversion Materials, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing 100081, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Provincial and Ministerial Coconstruction of Collaborative Innovation Center for Non—Ferrous Metal New Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, Henan University of Science and Technology, Luoyang 471023, China; (B.Z.); (H.L.)
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- School of Information Engineering, Henan University of Science and Technology, Luoyang 471023, China; (B.X.); (M.L.); (H.M.)
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- School of Information Engineering, Henan University of Science and Technology, Luoyang 471023, China; (B.X.); (M.L.); (H.M.)
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Provincial and Ministerial Coconstruction of Collaborative Innovation Center for Non—Ferrous Metal New Materials and Advanced Processing Technology, Henan University of Science and Technology, Luoyang 471023, China; (B.Z.); (H.L.)
- Longmen Laboratory, Luoyang 471000, China
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Xu J, Han P, Jin Y, Lu H, Sun B, Gao B, He T, Xu X, Pinna N, Wang G. Hybrid Molecular Sieve-Based Interfacial Layer with Physical Confinement and Desolvation Effect for Dendrite-free Zinc Metal Anodes. ACS NANO 2024; 18:18592-18603. [PMID: 38949082 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c04632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
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The side reactions and dendrite growth at the interface of Zn anodes greatly limit their practical applications in Zn metal batteries. Herein, we propose a hybrid molecular sieve-based interfacial layer (denoted as Z7M3) with a hierarchical porous structure for Zn metal anodes, which contains 70 vol % microporous ZSM-5 molecular sieves and 30 vol % mesoporous MCM-41 molecular sieves. Through comprehensive molecular dynamics simulations, we demonstrate that the mesopores (∼2.5 nm) of MCM-41 can limit the disordered diffusion of free water molecules and increase the wettability of the interfacial layer toward aqueous electrolytes. In addition, the micropores (∼0.56 nm) of ZSM-5 can optimize the Zn2+ solvation structures by reducing the bonded water molecules, which simultaneously decrease the constraint force of solvated water molecules to Zn2+ ions, thus promoting the penetrability and diffusion kinetics of Zn2+ ions in Z7M3. The synergetic effects from the hybrid molecular sieves maintain a constant Zn2+ concentration on the surface of the Zn electrode during Zn deposition, contributing to dendrite-free Zn anodes. Consequently, Z7M3-coated Zn electrodes achieved excellent cycling stability in both half and full cells.
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- Jing Xu
- Research Center of Grid Energy Storage and Battery Application, School of Electrical Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- Research Center of Grid Energy Storage and Battery Application, School of Electrical Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- Research Center of Grid Energy Storage and Battery Application, School of Electrical Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- Research Center of Grid Energy Storage and Battery Application, School of Electrical Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- Centre for Clean Energy Technology, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, New South Wales 2007, Australia
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- Green Catalysis Center and College of Chemistry, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- School of Electrical Engineering, Beijing Jiaotong University, No. 3 Shangyuan Cun, Haidian District, Beijing 100044, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, New South Wales 2007, Australia
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- Department of Chemistry and the Center for the Science of Materials Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Brook-Taylor-Strasse 2, Berlin 12489, Germany
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- Centre for Clean Energy Technology, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, New South Wales 2007, Australia
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Chen M, Fu W, Hou C, Zhu Y, Meng F. Recent Functionalized Strategies of Metal-Organic Frameworks for Anode Protection of Aqueous Zinc-Ion Battery. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024:e2403724. [PMID: 39004846 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202403724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2024] [Revised: 06/27/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024]
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The inherent benefits of aqueous Zn-ion batteries (ZIBs), such as environmental friendliness, affordability, and high theoretical capacity, render them promising candidates for energy storage systems. Nevertheless, the Zn anodes of ZIBs encounter severe challenges, including dendrite formation, hydrogen evolution reaction, corrosion, and surface passivation. These would result in the infeasibility of ZIBs in practical situations. To this end, artificial interfaces with functionalized materials are crafted to protect the Zn anode. They have the capability to modulate the zinc ion flux in proximity to the electrode surface and shield it from aqueous electrolytes by leveraging either size effects or charge effects. Considering metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with tunable pore size, chemical composition, and stable framework structures, they have emerged as effective materials for building artificial interfaces, prolonging the lifespan, and improving the unitization of Zn anode. In this review, the contributions of MOFs for protecting Zn anode, which mainly involves facilitating homogeneous nucleation, manipulating selective deposition, regulating ion and charge flux, accelerating Zn desolvation, and shielding against free water and anions are comprehensively summarized. Importantly, the future research trajectories of MOFs for the protection of the Zn anode are underscored, which may propose new perspectives on the practical Zn anode and endow the MOFs with high-value applications.
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- Ming Chen
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266404, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266404, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266404, China
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- State Key Laboratory of New Textile Materials and Advanced Processing Technologies, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan, 430200, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266404, China
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Cao J, Sun M, Zhang D, Zhang Y, Yang C, Luo D, Yang X, Zhang X, Qin J, Huang B, Zeng Z, Lu J. Tuning Vertical Electrodeposition for Dendrites-Free Zinc-Ion Batteries. ACS NANO 2024; 18:16610-16621. [PMID: 38889966 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c00288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/20/2024]
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Manipulating the crystallographic orientation of zinc deposition is recognized as an effective approach to address zinc dendrites and side reactions for aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs). We introduce 2-methylimidazole (Mlz) additive in zinc sulfate (ZSO) electrolyte to achieve vertical electrodeposition with preferential orientation of the (100) and (110) crystal planes. Significantly, the zinc anode exhibited long lifespan with 1500 h endurance at 1 mA cm-2 and an excellent 400 h capability at a depth of discharge (DOD) of 34% in Zn||Zn battery configurations, while in Zn||MnO2 battery assemblies, a capacity retention of 68.8% over 800 cycles is attained. Theoretical calculation reveals that the strong interactions between Mlz and (002) plane impeding its growth, while Zn atoms exhibit lower migration energy barrier and superior mobility on (100) and (110) crystal planes guaranteed the heightened mobility of zinc atoms on the (100) and (110) crystal planes, thus ensuring their superior ZIB performance than that with only ZSO electrolyte, which offers a route for designing next-generation high energy density ZIB devices.
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- Jin Cao
- College of Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong 999077, China
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- Research Centre for Carbon-Strategic Catalysis, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong 999077, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong 999077, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shenyang University of Technology, Shenyang 110870, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong 999077, China
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- Center of Excellence in Responsive Wearable Materials, Metallurgy and Materials Science Research Institute, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
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- College of Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao 066004, China
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- Center of Excellence in Responsive Wearable Materials, Metallurgy and Materials Science Research Institute, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
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- Research Centre for Carbon-Strategic Catalysis, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong 999077, China
- Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong 999077, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong 999077, China
- Shenzhen Research Institute, City University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen 518057, China
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- College of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
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Chen X, Chen Y, Li Y, Guo C, Pu J, Liu Y, Li X, Yao Y, Gong W, Xue P, Han J. 3D Porous Fibers with Spatial Traps and Excellent Zn 2+ Transport Kinetics Enable Stable Zn-Based Aqueous Battery. SMALL METHODS 2024:e2400408. [PMID: 38949412 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202400408] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2024] [Revised: 06/22/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
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Adverse side reactions and uncontrolled Zn dendrites growth are the dominant factors that have restricted the application of Zn ion batteries. Herein, a 3D self-supporting porous carbon fibers (denoted as PCFs) host is developed with "trap" effect to adjust the Zn deposition. The unique open structural design of N-doped carbon can act as the zincophilic sites to induce uniform deposition and inhibit adverse side reactions. More importantly, the porous hollow PCFs host with "trap" effect can induce Zn deposition in the fiber by adjusting the local electric field and current density, thereby increasing the specific energy density of the battery and inhibiting dendrite growth. In addition, the 3D open frameworks can regulate Zn2+ flux to enable outstanding cycling performance at ultra-high current densities. As expected, the PCFs framework guarantees the uniform Zn plating and stripping with an outstanding stability over 6000 cycles at the current density of 40 mA cm-2. And the Zn@PCFs||MnO2 full battery shows an excellent lifespan over 1300 cycles at 2000 mA g-1.
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- Xiang Chen
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009, China
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- School of Chemistry, South China Normal University, Guangzhou, 510006, China
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- College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Anhui Normal University, Wuhu, 241000, China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Pulp and Paper, State Key Laboratory of Biobased Fiber Manufacturing Technology, China Light Industry Key Laboratory of Papermaking and Biorefinery, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009, China
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- College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210093, China
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- School of Physics and Energy, Xuzhou University of Technology, Xuzhou, 221018, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009, China
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Zhou S, Meng X, Chen Y, Li J, Lin S, Han C, Ji X, Chang Z, Pan A. Zinc-Ion Anchor Induced Highly Reversible Zn Anodes for High Performance Zn-Ion Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202403050. [PMID: 38579168 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202403050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2024] [Revised: 03/25/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/07/2024]
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Unstable Zn interface with serious detrimental parasitic side-reactions and uncontrollable Zn dendrites severely plagues the practical application of aqueous zinc-ion batteries. The interface stability was closely related to the electrolyte configuration and Zn2+ depositional behavior. In this work, a unique Zn-ion anchoring strategy is originally proposed to manipulate the coordination structure of solvated Zn-ions and guide the Zn-ion depositional behavior. Specifically, the amphoteric charged ion additives (denoted as DM), which act as zinc-ion anchors, can tightly absorb on the Zn surface to guide the uniform zinc-ion distribution by using its positively charged -NR4 + groups. While the negatively charged -SO3 - groups of DM on the other hand, reduces the active water molecules within solvation sheaths of Zn-ions. Benefiting from the special synergistic effect, Zn metal exhibits highly ordered and compact (002) Zn deposition and negligible side-reactions. As a result, the advanced Zn||Zn symmetric cell delivers extraordinarily 7000 hours long lifespan (0.25 mA cm-2, 0.25 mAh cm-2). Additionally, based on this strategy, the NH4V4O10||Zn pouch-cell with low negative/positive capacity ratio (N/P ratio=2.98) maintains 80.4 % capacity retention for 180 cycles. A more practical 4 cm*4 cm sized pouch-cell could be steadily cycled in a high output capacity of 37.0 mAh over 50 cycles.
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- Shuang Zhou
- Department of Materials Physics and Chemistry, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, 410083, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Materials Physics and Chemistry, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, 410083, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Materials Physics and Chemistry, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, 410083, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Materials Physics and Chemistry, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, 410083, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- School of Mineral Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, 410083, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Materials Physics and Chemistry, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, 410083, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, 410083, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Department of Materials Physics and Chemistry, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, 410083, Changsha, Hunan, China
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- Xinjiang Engineering Research Center of Environmental and Functional Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Xinjiang University, 830046, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China
- Department of Materials Physics and Chemistry, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, 410083, Changsha, Hunan, China
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Nie W, Cheng H, Sun Q, Liang S, Lu X, Lu B, Zhou J. Design Strategies toward High-Performance Zn Metal Anode. SMALL METHODS 2024; 8:e2201572. [PMID: 36840645 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202201572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2022] [Revised: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Rechargeable aqueous Zn-ion batteries (AZIBs) are one of the most promising alternatives for traditional energy-storage devices because of their low cost, abundant resources, environmental friendliness, and inherent safety. However, several detrimental issues with Zn metal anodes including Zn dendrite formation, hydrogen evolution, corrosion and passivation, should be considered when designing advanced AZIBs. Moreover, these thorny issues are not independent but mutually reinforcing, covering many technical and processing parameters. Therefore, it is necessary to comprehensively summarize the issues facing Zn anodes and the corresponding strategies to develop roadmaps for the development of high-performance Zn anodes. Herein, the failure mechanisms of Zn anodes and their corresponding impacts are outlined. Recent progress on improving the stability of Zn anode is summarized, including structurally designed Zn anodes, Zn alloy anodes, surface modification, electrolyte optimization, and separator design. Finally, this review provides brilliant and insightful perspectives for stable Zn metal anodes and promotes the large-scale application of AZIBs in power grid systems.
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- Wei Nie
- State Key Laboratory of Advanced Special Steel & School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Advanced Special Steel & School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Advanced Special Steel & School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Electronic Packaging and Advanced Functional Materials, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Advanced Special Steel & School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- School of Physics and Electronics, Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Electronic Packaging and Advanced Functional Materials, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, China
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Meng H, Ran Q, Dai TY, Jia JH, Liu J, Shi H, Han GF, Wang TH, Wen Z, Lang XY, Jiang Q. Lamellar Nanoporous Metal/Intermetallic Compound Heterostructure Regulating Dendrite-Free Zinc Electrodeposition for Wide-Temperature Aqueous Zinc-Ion Battery. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2403803. [PMID: 38598181 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202403803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2024] [Revised: 04/07/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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Aqueous zinc-ion batteries are attractive post-lithium battery technologies for grid-scale energy storage because of their inherent safety, low cost and high theoretical capacity. However, their practical implementation in wide-temperature surroundings persistently confronts irregular zinc electrodeposits and parasitic side reactions on metal anode, which leads to poor rechargeability, low Coulombic efficiency and short lifespan. Here, this work reports lamellar nanoporous Cu/Al2Cu heterostructure electrode as a promising anode host material to regulate high-efficiency and dendrite-free zinc electrodeposition and stripping for wide-temperatures aqueous zinc-ion batteries. In this unique electrode, the interconnective Cu/Al2Cu heterostructure ligaments not only facilitate fast electron transfer but work as highly zincophilic sites for zinc nucleation and deposition by virtue of local galvanic couples while the interpenetrative lamellar channels serving as mass transport pathways. As a result, it exhibits exceptional zinc plating/stripping behaviors in aqueous hybrid electrolyte of diethylene glycol dimethyl ether and zinc trifluoromethanesulfonate at wide temperatures ranging from 25 to -30 °C, with ultralow voltage polarizations at various current densities and ultralong lifespan of >4000 h. The outstanding electrochemical properties enlist full cell of zinc-ion batteries constructed with nanoporous Cu/Al2Cu and ZnxV2O5/C to maintain high capacity and excellent stability for >5000 cycles at 25 and -30 °C.
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- Huan Meng
- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials (Jilin University), Ministry of Education, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun, 130022, China
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Yang L, Zhang T, Liu S, Wang Z, Liu Z, Cao X, Fang G, Liang S. Constructing Ionic Self-Concentrated Electrolyte via Introducing Montmorillonite Toward High-Performance Aqueous Zn-MnO 2 Batteries. SMALL METHODS 2024; 8:e2300009. [PMID: 37203251 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202300009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2023] [Revised: 03/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/20/2023]
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Aqueous zinc metal batteries are regarded as one of the most promising alternatives to lithium-ion batteries for large-scale energy storage due to the abundant zinc resources, high safety, and low cost. Herein, an ionic self-concentrated electrolyte (ISCE) is proposed to enable uniform Zn deposition and reversible reaction of MnO2 cathode. Benefitting from the compatibility of ISCE with electrodes and its adsorption on the electrode surface for guidance, the Zn/Zn symmetrical batteries exhibit the long-life cycle stability with more than 5000 and 1500 h at 0.2 and 5 mA cm-2, respectively. The Zn/MnO2 battery also exhibits a high capacity of 351 mA h g-1 at 0.1 A g-1 and can enable a stability over 2000 cycles at 1 A g-1. This work provides a new insight into electrolyte design for stable aqueous Zn-MnO2 battery.
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- Lu Yang
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Electronic Packaging and Advanced Functional Materials of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, 410083, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Electronic Packaging and Advanced Functional Materials of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, 410083, P. R. China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, 78712, USA
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Electronic Packaging and Advanced Functional Materials of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, 410083, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Electronic Packaging and Advanced Functional Materials of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, 410083, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Electronic Packaging and Advanced Functional Materials of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, 410083, P. R. China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Electronic Packaging and Advanced Functional Materials of Hunan Province, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, 410083, P. R. China
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Chen J, Chen M, Chen H, Yang M, Han X, Ma D, Zhang P, Wong CP. Wood-inspired anisotropic hydrogel electrolyte with large modulus and low tortuosity realizing durable dendrite-free zinc-ion batteries. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 2024; 121:e2322944121. [PMID: 38748586 PMCID: PMC11126919 DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2322944121] [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: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 04/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/27/2024] Open
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While aqueous zinc-ion batteries exhibit great potential, their performance is impeded by zinc dendrites. Existing literature has proposed the use of hydrogel electrolytes to ameliorate this issue. Nevertheless, the mechanical attributes of hydrogel electrolytes, particularly their modulus, are suboptimal, primarily ascribed to the substantial water content. This drawback would severely restrict the dendrite-inhibiting efficacy, especially under large mass loadings of active materials. Inspired by the structural characteristics of wood, this study endeavors to fabricate the anisotropic carboxymethyl cellulose hydrogel electrolyte through directional freezing, salting-out effect, and compression reinforcement, aiming to maximize the modulus along the direction perpendicular to the electrode surface. The heightened modulus concurrently serves to suppress the vertical deposition of the intermediate product at the cathode. Meanwhile, the oriented channels with low tortuosity enabled by the anisotropic structure are beneficial to the ionic transport between the anode and cathode. Comparative analysis with an isotropic hydrogel sample reveals a marked enhancement in both modulus and ionic conductivity in the anisotropic hydrogel. This enhancement contributes to significantly improved zinc stripping/plating reversibility and mitigated electrochemical polarization. Additionally, a durable quasi-solid-state Zn//MnO2 battery with noteworthy volumetric energy density is realized. This study offers unique perspectives for designing hydrogel electrolytes and augmenting battery performance.
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- Jizhang Chen
- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing210037, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai200237, China
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- College of Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen518060, China
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- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing210037, China
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- College of Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen518060, China
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- College of Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen518060, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA30332
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Dong J, Su L, Peng H, Wang D, Zong H, Wang G, Yang J. Spontaneous Molecule Aggregation for Nearly Single-Ion Conducting Sol Electrolyte to Advance Aqueous Zinc Metal Batteries: The Case of Tetraphenylporphyrin. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202401441. [PMID: 38533760 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202401441] [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: 01/21/2024] [Revised: 03/12/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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Zn metal as a promising anode of aqueous batteries faces severe challenges from dendrite growth and side reactions. Here, tetraphenylporphyrin tetrasulfonic acid (TPPS) is explored as an electrolyte additive for advanced Zn anodes. It is interesting to note that TPPS spontaneously assembles into unique aggregates. As they adsorb on the Zn anode, the aggregates enhance the resistance to electrolyte percolation and dendrite growth compared to single molecules. Meanwhile, TPPS facilitates anion association in the solvation sheath of Zn2+, and boosts the transference number of Zn2+ up to 0.95. Therefore, anion-related side reactions and anion-induced electrode overpotentials are reduced accordingly. In this context, the electrolyte containing TPPS exhibits excellent electrochemical performance. Even under a high loading of MnO2 (25 mg cm-2), a limited Zn supply (N/P ratio=1.7), and a lean electrolyte (15 μL mAh-1), the full cells still represent a higher cumulative capacity compared to the reported data. The advantages of this electrolyte are also adapted to other cathode materials. The pouch cells of Zn||NaV3O8 ⋅ 1.5H2O realize a capacity of ~0.35 Ah at 0.4 C under harsh conditions.
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- Jingjing Dong
- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P. R. China
- School Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Linyi University, Linyi, 276000, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P. R. China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University, Qingdao, 266071, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, 250100, P. R. China
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Tang L, Peng H, Kang J, Chen H, Zhang M, Liu Y, Kim DH, Liu Y, Lin Z. Zn-based batteries for sustainable energy storage: strategies and mechanisms. Chem Soc Rev 2024; 53:4877-4925. [PMID: 38595056 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00295k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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Batteries play a pivotal role in various electrochemical energy storage systems, functioning as essential components to enhance energy utilization efficiency and expedite the realization of energy and environmental sustainability. Zn-based batteries have attracted increasing attention as a promising alternative to lithium-ion batteries owing to their cost effectiveness, enhanced intrinsic safety, and favorable electrochemical performance. In this context, substantial endeavors have been dedicated to crafting and advancing high-performance Zn-based batteries. However, some challenges, including limited discharging capacity, low operating voltage, low energy density, short cycle life, and complicated energy storage mechanism, need to be addressed in order to render large-scale practical applications. In this review, we comprehensively present recent advances in designing high-performance Zn-based batteries and in elucidating energy storage mechanisms. First, various redox mechanisms in Zn-based batteries are systematically summarized, including insertion-type, conversion-type, coordination-type, and catalysis-type mechanisms. Subsequently, the design strategies aiming at enhancing the electrochemical performance of Zn-based batteries are underscored, focusing on several aspects, including output voltage, capacity, energy density, and cycle life. Finally, challenges and future prospects of Zn-based batteries are discussed.
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- Lei Tang
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
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- Institute of Sustainability for Chemicals, Energy and Environment (ISCE2), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), 1 Pesek Road, Jurong Island, Singapore 627833, Republic of Singapore
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- Department of Chemistry and Nano Science, Ewha Womans University, 52 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03760, Republic of Korea.
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- College of Chemistry, Key Lab of Environment-Friendly Chemistry and Application in Ministry of Education, Xiangtan University, Xiangtan 411105, Hunan Province, P. R. China.
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.
- Department of Chemistry and Nano Science, Ewha Womans University, 52 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03760, Republic of Korea.
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Sun Z, Bu F, Zhang Y, Zhou W, Li X, Liu X, Jin H, Ding S, Zhang T, Wang L, Li H, Li W, Zhang C, Zhao D, Wang Y, Chao D. Electron-Donating Conjugation Effect Modulated Zn 2+ Reduction Reaction for Separator-Free Aqueous Zinc Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202402987. [PMID: 38436516 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202402987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2024] [Revised: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 03/04/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Zinc-based aqueous batteries (ZABs) are attracting extensive attention due to the low cost, high capacity, and environmental benignity of the zinc anode. However, their application is still hindered by the undesired zinc dendrites. Despite Zn-surface modification being promising in relieving dendrites, a thick separator (i.e. glass fiber, 250-700 μm) is still required to resist the dendrite puncture, which limits volumetric energy density of battery. Here, we pivot from the traditional interphase plus extra separator categories, proposing an all-in-one ligand buffer layer (ca. 20 μm) to effectively modulate the Zn2+ transfer and deposition behaviors proved by in situ electrochemical digital holography. Experimental characterizations and density functional theory simulations further reveal that the catechol groups in the buffer layer can accelerate the Zn2+ reduction reaction (ZRR) through the electron-donating p-π conjugation effect, decreasing the negative charge in the coordination environment. Without extra separators, the elaborated system endows low polarization below 28.2 mV, long lifespan of 4950 h at 5 mA cm-2 in symmetric batteries, and an unprecedented volumetric energy density of 99.2 Wh L-1 based on the whole pouch cells. The concomitantly "separator-free" and "dendrite-free" conjugation effect with an accelerated ZRR process could foster the progression of metallic anodes and benefit energetic aqueous batteries.
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- Zhihao Sun
- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Key Laboratory of Silicate Cultural Relics Conservation, Institute for Conservation of Cultural Heritage, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Key Laboratory of Engineering Dielectric and Applications (Ministry of Education), School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Harbin University of Science and Technology, Harbin, 150080, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Institutes of Physical Science and Information Technology, Leibniz International Joint Research Center of Materials Sciences of Anhui Province, Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, China
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Farooq A, Zhao R, Han X, Yang J, Hu Z, Wu C, Bai Y. Towards Superior Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries: The Insights of Artificial Protective Interfaces. CHEMSUSCHEM 2024:e202301942. [PMID: 38735842 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202301942] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2023] [Revised: 04/23/2024] [Accepted: 05/10/2024] [Indexed: 05/14/2024]
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Aqueous zinc ion batteries (AZIBs) with metallic Zn anode have the potential for large-scale energy storage application due to their cost-effectiveness, safety, environmental-friendliness, and ease of preparation. However, the concerns regarding dendrite growth and side reactions on Zn anode surface hamper the commercialization of AZIBs. This review aims to give a comprehensive evaluation of the protective interphase construction and provide guidance to further improve the electrochemical performance of AZIBs. The failure behaviors of the Zn metal anode including dendrite growth, corrosion, and hydrogen evolution are analyzed. Then, the applications and mechanisms of the constructed interphases are introduced, which are classified by the material species. The fabrication methods of the artificial interfaces are summarized and evaluated, including the in-situ strategy and ex-situ strategy. Finally, the characterization means are discussed to give a full view for the study of Zn anode protection. Based on the analysis of this review, a stable and high-performance Zn anode could be designed by carefully choosing applied material, corresponding protective mechanism, and appropriate construction technique. Additionally, this review for Zn anode modification and construction techniques for anode protection in AZIBs may be helpful in other aqueous metal batteries with similar problems.
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- Asad Farooq
- 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
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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
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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, PR 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, PR China
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Çamurcu T, Demirbaş E, Ateş MN. Achieving Long Cycle Life of Zn-Ion Batteries through Three-Dimensional Copper Foam. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:23209-23219. [PMID: 38661059 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c01028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Metallic zinc anodes in aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) suffer from dendritic growth, low Coulombic efficiency, and high polarization during cycling. To mitigate these challenges, current collectors based on three-dimensional (3D) commercial copper foam (CCuF) are generally preferred. However, their utilization is constrained by their thickness, low electroactive surface area, and increased manufacturing expenses. In this study, the synthesis of cost-effective current collectors with exceptionally large surface areas designed for ZIBs that can be cycled hundreds of times is reported. A zinc-coated CuF anode (Zn/CuF) was prepared with a 3D porous CuF current collector produced by the dynamic hydrogen bubble template (DHBT) method. Electrochemically generated copper foam could be obtained within seconds while offering a thickness as low as 30-40 μm (CuF5 achieved a thickness of ∼38 μm in 5 s) via the DHBT method. The excellent electrical conductivity and open pore structure of the 3D porous copper scaffold ensured the uniform deposition/stripping of Zn during cycling. During the 500 h Zn deposition/stripping process, the as-synthesized CuF5 current collector offered fast electrochemical kinetics and low polarization as well as a relatively high average Coulombic efficiency of 99% (at a current density of 5 mA cm-2 and a capacity of 1 mAh cm-2). Furthermore, the symmetric cell exhibited low voltage polarization and a stable voltage profile for 1000 h at a current density of 0.1 mA cm-2. In addition, full cells containing the Zn/CuF anode coupled with an as-synthesized α-MnO2 nanoneedle cathode in aqueous electrolyte were also prepared. Capacities of 266 mAh g-1 at 0.1 A g-1 and 94 mAh g-1 at 2 A g-1 were achieved after 200 charge/discharge cycles with a stable Coulombic efficiency value close to 99.9%.
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- Taşkın Çamurcu
- Gebze Technical University, Department of Chemistry, 41400 Gebze, Kocaeli, Türkiye
- TÜBİTAK Rail Transport Technologies Institute, Energy Storage Division, TÜBİTAK, Gebze Campus, 41470 Gebze, Kocaeli, Türkiye
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- Gebze Technical University, Department of Chemistry, 41400 Gebze, Kocaeli, Türkiye
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- Bogazici University, Department of Chemistry, Bebek 34342, Istanbul, Türkiye
- TÜBİTAK Rail Transport Technologies Institute, Energy Storage Division, TÜBİTAK, Gebze Campus, 41470 Gebze, Kocaeli, Türkiye
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Hu X, Borowiec J, Zhu Y, Liu X, Wu R, Ganose AM, Parkin IP, Boruah BD. Dendrite-Free Zinc Anodes Enabled by Exploring Polar-Face-Rich 2D ZnO Interfacial Layers for Rechargeable Zn-Ion Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2306827. [PMID: 38054756 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202306827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 12/07/2023]
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Zinc metal is a promising candidate for anodes in zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs), but its widespread implementation is hindered by dendrite growth in aqueous electrolytes. Dendrites lead to undesirable side reactions, such as hydrogen evolution, passivation, and corrosion, causing reduced capacity during prolonged cycling. In this study, an approach is explored to address this challenge by directly growing 1D zinc oxide (ZnO) nanorods (NRs) and 2D ZnO nanoflakes (NFs) on Zn anodes, forming artificial layers to enhance ZIB performance. The incorporation of ZnO on the anode offers both chemical and thermal stability and leverages its n-type semiconductor nature to facilitate the formation of ohmic contacts. This results in efficient electron transport during Zn ion plating and stripping processes. Consequently, the ZnO NFs-coated Zn anodes demonstrate significantly improved charge storage performance, achieving 348 mAh g-1, as compared to ZnO NRs (250 mAh g-1) and pristine Zn (160 mAh g-1) anodes when evaluated in full cells with V2O5 cathodes. One significant advantage of ZnO NFs lies in their highly polar surfaces, promoting strong interactions with water molecules and rendering them exceptionally hydrophilic. This characteristic enhances the ability of ZnO NFs to desolvate Zn2+ ions, leading to improved charge storage performance.
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- Xueqing Hu
- Institute for Materials Discovery (IMD), University College London, London, WC1E 7JE, UK
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- Department of Chemistry, University College London, London, WC1H 0AJ, UK
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- Institute for Materials Discovery (IMD), University College London, London, WC1E 7JE, UK
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- Institute for Materials Discovery (IMD), University College London, London, WC1E 7JE, UK
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- Department of Chemistry, Molecular Sciences Research Hub, White City Campus, Imperial College London, Wood Lane, London, SW7 2AZ, UK
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- Department of Chemistry, Molecular Sciences Research Hub, White City Campus, Imperial College London, Wood Lane, London, SW7 2AZ, UK
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- Department of Chemistry, University College London, London, WC1H 0AJ, UK
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- Institute for Materials Discovery (IMD), University College London, London, WC1E 7JE, UK
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Tian X, Zhao Q, Zhou M, Huang X, Sun Y, Duan X, Zhang L, Li H, Su D, Jia B, Ma T. Synergy of Dendrites-Impeded Atomic Clusters Dissociation and Side Reactions Suppressed Inert Interface Protection for Ultrastable Zn Anode. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2400237. [PMID: 38321816 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202400237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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The sluggish ions-transfer and inhomogeneous ions-nucleation induce the formation of randomly oriented dendrites on Zn anode, while the chemical instability at anode-electrolyte interface triggers detrimental side reactions. Herein, this report in situ designs a multifunctional hybrid interphase of Bi/Bi2O3, for the first time resulting in a novel synergistic regulation mechanism involving: (i) chemically inert interface protection mechanism suppresses side reactions; and more fantastically, (ii) innovative thermodynamically favorable Zn atomic clusters dissociation mechanism impedes dendrites formation. Assisted by collaborative modulation behavior, the Zn@Bi/Bi2O3 symmetry cell delivers an ultrahigh cumulative plating capacity of 1.88 Ah cm-2 at 5 mA cm-2 and ultralong lifetimes of 300 h even at high current density and depth of discharge (10 mA cm-2, DODZn: 60%). Furthermore, under a low electrolyte-to-capacity ratio (E/C: 45 µL mAh-1) and negative-to-positive capacity ratio (N/P: 6.3), Zn@Bi/Bi2O3||MnO2 full-cell exhibits a superior capacity retention of 86.7% after 500 cycles at 1 A g-1, which outperforms most existing interphases. The scaled-up Zn@Bi/Bi2O3||MnO2 battery module (6 V, 1 Ah), combined with the photovoltaic panel, presents excellent renewable-energy storage ability and long output lifetime (12 h). This work provides a fantastic synergistic mechanism to achieve the ultrastable Zn anode and can be greatly promised to apply it into other metal-based batteries.
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- Xiaomeng Tian
- Key Laboratory for Green Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry of Advanced Materials of Liaoning Province, Institute of Clean Energy Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Liaoning University, Shenyang, 110036, China
- School of Science, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
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- Key Laboratory for Green Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry of Advanced Materials of Liaoning Province, Institute of Clean Energy Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Liaoning University, Shenyang, 110036, China
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- Key Laboratory for Green Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry of Advanced Materials of Liaoning Province, Institute of Clean Energy Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Liaoning University, Shenyang, 110036, China
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- Key Laboratory for Green Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry of Advanced Materials of Liaoning Province, Institute of Clean Energy Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Liaoning University, Shenyang, 110036, China
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- Key Laboratory for Green Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry of Advanced Materials of Liaoning Province, Institute of Clean Energy Chemistry, College of Chemistry, Liaoning University, Shenyang, 110036, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, 5005, Australia
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510640, China
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- School of Science, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
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- School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences Faculty of Science University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2007, Australia
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- School of Science, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
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- School of Science, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
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Hu S, Tao H, Ma H, Yan B, Li Y, Zhang L, Yang X. Constructing Highly Stable Zinc Metal Anodes via Induced Zn(002) Growth. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:18949-18958. [PMID: 38569078 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c01356] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/05/2024]
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The nonuniform electric field at the surface of a zinc (Zn) anode, coupled with water-induced parasitic reactions, exacerbates the growth of Zn dendrites, presenting a significant impediment to large-scale energy storage in aqueous Zn-ion batteries. One of the most convenient strategies for mitigating dendrite-related issues involves controlling crystal growth through electrolyte additives. Herein, we present thiamine hydrochloride (THC) as an electrolyte additive capable of effectively stabilizing the preferential deposition of the Zn(002) plane. First-principles calculations reveal that THC tends to adsorb on Zn(100) and Zn(101) planes and is capable of inducing the deposition of Zn ion onto the (002) plane and the preferential growth of the (002) plane, resulting in a flat and compact deposition layer. A THC additive not only effectively suppresses dendrite growth but also prevents the generation of side reactions and hydrogen evolution reaction. Consequently, the Zn||Zn symmetric battery exhibits long-term cycling stability of over 3000 h at 1 mA cm-2/1 mAh cm-2 and 1000 h at 10 mA cm-2/10 mAh cm-2. Furthermore, the NH4V4O10||Zn full battery also displays excellent cycling stability and a high reversible capacity of 210 mAh g-1 after 1000 cycles at 1 A g-1, highlighting a significant potential for practical applications.
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- Shiyang Hu
- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, Hubei Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for New Energy Microgrid, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, Hubei Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for New Energy Microgrid, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
- Hubei Three Gorges Laboratory, Yichang, Hubei 443007, China
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- Hubei Three Gorges Polytechnic, Yichang, Hubei 443000, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, Hubei Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for New Energy Microgrid, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, Hubei Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for New Energy Microgrid, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, Hubei Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for New Energy Microgrid, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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- College of Materials and Chemical Engineering, Hubei Provincial Collaborative Innovation Center for New Energy Microgrid, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, Hubei 443002, China
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Xiao J, Yuan C, Xiang L, Li X, Zhu L, Zhan X. Design Strategies toward High-Utilization Zinc Anodes for Practical Zinc-Metal Batteries. Chemistry 2024; 30:e202304149. [PMID: 38189550 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202304149] [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: 12/13/2023] [Revised: 01/07/2024] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 01/09/2024]
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Aqueous Zn-metal batteries (AZMBs) hold a promise as the next-generation energy storage devices due to their low cost and high specific energy. However, the actual energy density falls far below the requirements of commercial AZMBs due to the use of excessive Zn as anode and the associated issues including dendritic growth and side reactions. Reducing the N/P ratio (negative capacity/positive capacity) is an effective approach to achieve high energy density. A significant amount of research has been devoted to increasing the cathode loading and specific capacity or tuning the Zn anode utilization to achieve low N/P ratio batteries. Nevertheless, there is currently a lack of comprehensive overview regarding how to enhance the utilization of the Zn anode to balance the cycle life and energy density of AZMBs. In this review, we summarize the challenges faced in achieving high-utilization Zn anodes and elaborate on the modifying strategies for the Zn anode to lower the N/P ratio. The current research status and future prospects for the practical application of high-performance AZMBs are proposed at the end of the review.
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- Jin Xiao
- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Chemistry for Inorganic/Organic Hybrid Functionalized Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Anhui University, 230601, Hefei, Anhui, PR China)
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Chemistry for Inorganic/Organic Hybrid Functionalized Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Anhui University, 230601, Hefei, Anhui, PR China)
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Chemistry for Inorganic/Organic Hybrid Functionalized Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Anhui University, 230601, Hefei, Anhui, PR China)
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Chemistry for Inorganic/Organic Hybrid Functionalized Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Anhui University, 230601, Hefei, Anhui, PR China)
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Chemistry for Inorganic/Organic Hybrid Functionalized Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Anhui University, 230601, Hefei, Anhui, PR China)
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Chemistry for Inorganic/Organic Hybrid Functionalized Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Anhui University, 230601, Hefei, Anhui, PR China)
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Wei M, Duan F, Li B, Wang Y, Wu L. In Situ Grown Coordination-Supramolecular Layer Holding 3D Charged Channels for Highly Reversible Zn Anodes. NANO LETTERS 2024; 24:4124-4131. [PMID: 38483552 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.3c05034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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Dynamic reversible noncovalent interactions make supramolecular framework (SF) structures flexible and designable. A three-dimensional (3D) growth of such frameworks is beneficial to improve the structure stability while maintaining unique properties. Here, through the ionic interaction of the polyoxometalate cluster, coordination of zinc ions with cationic terpyridine, and hydrogen bonding of grafted carboxyl groups, the construction of a 3D SF at a well-crystallized state is realized. The framework can grow in situ on the Zn surface, further extending laterally into a full covering without defects. Relying on the dissolution and the postcoordination effects, the 3D SF layer is used as an artificial solid electrolyte interphase to improve the Zn-anode performance. The uniformly distributed clusters within nanosized pores create a negatively charged nanochannel, accelerating zinc ion transfer and homogenizing zinc deposition. The 3D SF/Zn symmetric cells demonstrate high stability for over 3000 h at a current density of 5 mA cm-2.
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- Mingfeng Wei
- State Key Laboratory of Supramolecular Structure and Materials, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Supramolecular Structure and Materials, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Supramolecular Structure and Materials, College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, People's Republic of China
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Liu Z, Li G, Xi M, Huang Y, Li H, Jin H, Ding J, Zhang S, Zhang C, Guo Z. Interfacial Engineering of Zn Metal via a Localized Conjugated Layer for Highly Reversible Aqueous Zinc Ion Battery. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202319091. [PMID: 38308095 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202319091] [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: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 02/04/2024]
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Aqueous zinc-ion batteries are regarded as promising and efficient energy storage systems owing to remarkable safety and satisfactory capacity. Nevertheless, the instability of zinc metal anodes, characterized by issues such as dendrite growth and parasitic side reactions, poses a significant barrier to widespread applications. Herein, we address this challenge by designing a localized conjugated structure comprising a cyclic polyacrylonitrile polymer (CPANZ), induced by a Zn2+-based Lewis acid (zinc trifluoromethylsulfonate) at a temperature of 120 °C. The CPANZ layer on the Zn anode, enriched with appropriate pyridine nitrogen-rich groups (conjugated cyclic -C=N-), exhibits a notable affinity for Zn2+ with ample deposition sites. This zincophilic skeleton not only serves as a protective layer to guide the deposition of Zn2+ but also functions as proton channel blocker, regulating the proton flux to mitigate the hydrogen evolution. Additionally, the strong adhesion strength of the CPANZ layer guarantees its sustained protection to the Zn metal during long-term cycling. As a result, the modified zinc electrode demonstrates long cycle life and high durability in both half-cell and pouch cells. These findings present a feasible approach to designing high performance aqueous anodes by introducing a localized conjugated layer.
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- Zhenjie Liu
- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, 830017, Xinjiang, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Engineering North, North Terrace Campus, the University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, 5069, Australia
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, 830017, Xinjiang, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, 830017, Xinjiang, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Engineering North, North Terrace Campus, the University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, 5069, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Engineering North, North Terrace Campus, the University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, 5069, Australia
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources, College of Chemistry, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, 830017, Xinjiang, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Engineering North, North Terrace Campus, the University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, 5069, Australia
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- Institutes of Physical Science and Information Technology, Leibniz Joint Research Center of Materials Sciences, Engineering Laboratory of High-Performance Waterborne Polymer Materials of Anhui Province, Anhui Graphene Engineering Laboratory, Key Laboratory of Structure and Functional Regulation of Hybrid Material (Ministry of Education), Anhui University, Hefei, 230601, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Engineering North, North Terrace Campus, the University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, 5069, Australia
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Gao L, Qin L, Wang B, Bao M, Cao Y, Duan X, Yang W, Yang X, Shi Q. Highly-Efficient and Robust Zn Anodes Enabled by Sub-1-µm Zincophilic CrN Coatings. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2308818. [PMID: 38018307 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202308818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 11/30/2023]
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For exploring advanced Zn-ion batteries (ZIBs) with long lifespan and high Coulombic efficiency (CE), the critically important point is to limit the undesired Zn dendrite and parasitic reactions. Among the coating for electrode is a promising strategy, relying on the trade-off between its thickness and stability to achieve the ultra-stable Zn anodes in ZIBs. Herein, a submicron-thick (≈0.4 µm) zincophilic CrN coatings are fabricated by a facile and industry-compatible magnetron sputtering approach. It is exhilarating that the ultrathin and dense CrN coatings with strong adsorption ability for Zn2+ exhibit an impressive lifespan up to 3700 h with ≈100% CE at 1 mA cm-2. Along with the experiments and theoretical calculations, it is verified that the introduced CrN coatings cannot only effectively suppress the dendrite growth and notorious parasitic reactions, but also allow the uniform Zn deposition due to the reduced nucleation energy. Moreover, the as-assembled Zn@CrN‖MnO2 full cell delivers a high specific capacity of 171.1 mAh g-1 after 1000 cycles at 1 A g-1, much better than that of Zn‖MnO2 analog (97.8 mAh g-1). This work provides a facile strategy for scalable fabrication of ultrathin zincophilic coating to push forward the practical applications of ZIBs.
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- Le Gao
- Institute of New Carbon Materials, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan, 030024, China
- Institute of Micro/Nano Materials and Devices, Ningbo University of Technology, Ningbo, 315016, China
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- Institute of New Carbon Materials, Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan, 030024, China
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- Institute of Micro/Nano Materials and Devices, Ningbo University of Technology, Ningbo, 315016, China
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- Institute of Micro/Nano Materials and Devices, Ningbo University of Technology, Ningbo, 315016, China
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- Institute of Micro/Nano Materials and Devices, Ningbo University of Technology, Ningbo, 315016, China
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- Hunan Key Laboratory of Two-Dimensional Materials, State Key Laboratory for Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, China
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- Institute of Micro/Nano Materials and Devices, Ningbo University of Technology, Ningbo, 315016, China
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- Institute of Micro/Nano Materials and Devices, Ningbo University of Technology, Ningbo, 315016, China
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- Institute of Micro/Nano Materials and Devices, Ningbo University of Technology, Ningbo, 315016, China
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Zhang X, Li J, Liu Y, Lu B, Liang S, Zhou J. Single [0001]-oriented zinc metal anode enables sustainable zinc batteries. Nat Commun 2024; 15:2735. [PMID: 38548738 PMCID: PMC10978850 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-47101-1] [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: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/01/2024] Open
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The optimization of crystalline orientation of a Zn metal substrate to expose more Zn(0002) planes has been recognized as an effective strategy in pursuit of highly reversible Zn metal anodes. However, the lattice mismatch between substrate and overgrowth crystals has hampered the epitaxial sustainability of Zn metal. Herein, we discover that the presence of crystal grains deviating from [0001] orientation within a Zn(0002) metal anode leads to the failure of epitaxial mechanism. The electrodeposited [0001]-uniaxial oriented Zn metal anodes with a single (0002) texture fundamentally eliminate the lattice mismatch and achieve ultra-sustainable homoepitaxial growth. Using high-angle angular dark-filed scanning transmission electron microscopy, we elucidate the homoepitaxial growth of the deposited Zn following the "~ABABAB~" arrangement on the Zn(0002) metal from an atomic-level perspective. Such consistently epitaxial behavior of Zn metal retards dendrite formation and enables improved cycling, even in Zn||NH4V4O10 pouch cells, with a high capacity of 220 mAh g-1 for over 450 cycles. The insights gained from this work on the [0001]-oriented Zn metal anode and its persistently homoepitaxial mechanism pave the way for other metal electrodes with high reversibility.
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- Xiaotan Zhang
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, Hunan, PR China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, 230026, Anhui, PR China
- Shenyang National Laboratory for Materials Science, Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang, 110016, PR China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, Hunan, PR China
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- School of Physics and Electronics, Hunan University, Changsha, 410082, Hunan, PR China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, Hunan, PR China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, Changsha, 410083, Hunan, PR China.
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Chen S, Li S, Ma L, Ying Y, Wu Z, Huang H, Zhi C. Asymmetric Anion Zinc Salt Derived Solid Electrolyte Interphase Enabled Long-Lifespan Aqueous Zinc Bromine Batteries. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202319125. [PMID: 38252071 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202319125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2023] [Revised: 01/18/2024] [Accepted: 01/21/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024]
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Organic additives with high-reduction potentials are generally applied in aqueous electrolytes to stabilize the Zn anode, while compromise safety and environmental compatibility. Highly concentrated water-in-salt electrolytes have been proposed to realize the high reversibility of Zn plating/stripping; however, their high cost and viscosity hinder their practical applications. Therefore, exploring low-concentration Zn salts, that can be used directly to stabilize Zn anodes, is of primary importance. Herein, we developed an asymmetric anion group, bi(difluoromethanesulfonyl)(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide (DFTFSI- )-based novel zinc salt, Zn(DFTFSI)2 , to obtain a high ionic conductivity and a highly stable dendrite-free Zn anode. Experimental tests and theoretical calculations verified that DFTFSI- in the Zn2+ solvation sheath and inner Helmholtz plane would be preferentially reduced to construct layer-structured SEI films, inhibiting hydrogen evolution and side reactions. Consequently, the Zn| | ${||}$ Zn symmetric cell with 1M Zn(DFTFSI)2 aqueous electrolyte delivers an ultralong cycle life for >2500 h outperforming many other conventional Zn salt electrolytes. The Zn| | ${||}$ Br2 battery also exhibits a long lifespan over 1200 cycles at ~99.8 % Coulombic efficiency with a high capacity retention of 92.5 %. Furthermore, this outstanding performance translates well to a high-areal-capacity Zn| | ${||}$ Br2 battery (~5.6 mAh ⋅ cm-2 ), cycling over 320 cycles with 95.3 % initial capacity retained.
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- Shengmei Chen
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
- Hong Kong Center for Cerebro-Cardiovascular Health Engineering (COCHE), 999077, Shatin, NT, HKSAR, China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage Materials, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510641, P. R. China
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- Department of Applied Physics and Research Institute for Smart Energy, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
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- Department of Applied Physics and Research Institute for Smart Energy, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, P. R. China
- Centre for Functional Photonics, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, China
- Hong Kong Institute for Advanced Study, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, China
- Centre for Advanced Nuclear Safety and Sustainable Development, City University of Hong Kong, 83 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 999077, China
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Wang T, Xi Q, Yao K, Liu Y, Fu H, Kavarthapu VS, Lee JK, Tang S, Fattakhova-Rohlfing D, Ai W, Yu JS. Surface Patterning of Metal Zinc Electrode with an In-Region Zincophilic Interface for High-Rate and Long-Cycle-Life Zinc Metal Anode. NANO-MICRO LETTERS 2024; 16:112. [PMID: 38334816 PMCID: PMC10858015 DOI: 10.1007/s40820-024-01327-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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The undesirable dendrite growth induced by non-planar zinc (Zn) deposition and low Coulombic efficiency resulting from severe side reactions have been long-standing challenges for metallic Zn anodes and substantially impede the practical application of rechargeable aqueous Zn metal batteries (ZMBs). Herein, we present a strategy for achieving a high-rate and long-cycle-life Zn metal anode by patterning Zn foil surfaces and endowing a Zn-Indium (Zn-In) interface in the microchannels. The accumulation of electrons in the microchannel and the zincophilicity of the Zn-In interface promote preferential heteroepitaxial Zn deposition in the microchannel region and enhance the tolerance of the electrode at high current densities. Meanwhile, electron aggregation accelerates the dissolution of non-(002) plane Zn atoms on the array surface, thereby directing the subsequent homoepitaxial Zn deposition on the array surface. Consequently, the planar dendrite-free Zn deposition and long-term cycling stability are achieved (5,050 h at 10.0 mA cm-2 and 27,000 cycles at 20.0 mA cm-2). Furthermore, a Zn/I2 full cell assembled by pairing with such an anode can maintain good stability for 3,500 cycles at 5.0 C, demonstrating the application potential of the as-prepared ZnIn anode for high-performance aqueous ZMBs.
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- Tian Wang
- Department of Electronics and Information Convergence Engineering, Institute for Wearable Convergence Electronics, Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, 17104, Republic of Korea
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- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics (FSCFE) and Shaanxi Institute of Flexible Electronics (SIFE), Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), 127 West Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710072, People's Republic of China
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- Institute of Energy and Climate Research: Materials Synthesis and Processing (IEK-1), Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, 52425, Jülich, Germany
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- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics (FSCFE) and Shaanxi Institute of Flexible Electronics (SIFE), Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), 127 West Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710072, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University, 2066 Seobu-Ro, Jangan-Gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Electronics and Information Convergence Engineering, Institute for Wearable Convergence Electronics, Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, 17104, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Electronics and Information Convergence Engineering, Institute for Wearable Convergence Electronics, Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, 17104, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Electronics and Information Convergence Engineering, Institute for Wearable Convergence Electronics, Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, 17104, Republic of Korea
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- Institute of Energy and Climate Research: Materials Synthesis and Processing (IEK-1), Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, 52425, Jülich, Germany
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- Frontiers Science Center for Flexible Electronics (FSCFE) and Shaanxi Institute of Flexible Electronics (SIFE), Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU), 127 West Youyi Road, Xi'an, 710072, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Electronics and Information Convergence Engineering, Institute for Wearable Convergence Electronics, Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, 17104, Republic of Korea.
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He Y, Wang C, Gan Y, Kang L, Xie L, He Y, Wu Z, Tong G, Zhang H, Hu Q. Surface modulation of zinc anodes by foveolate ZnTe nanoarrays for dendrite-free zinc ion batteries. Dalton Trans 2024; 53:2341-2348. [PMID: 38205856 DOI: 10.1039/d3dt03398h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
Abstract
Zinc metal is widely considered as the primary option for constructing various aqueous batteries due to its cost-effectiveness, safety, and environmental friendliness. However, the Zn anode continues to be plagued by parasitic reactions and dendrite growth in aqueous electrolytes, limiting the practical implementation of zinc ion batteries (ZIBs) for large-scale energy storage. Herein, a foveolate ZnTe nanoarray is developed as a protective layer to enhance the chemical reversibility during Zn plating/stripping. The semi-conductive ZnTe with excellent ionic conductivity and hydrophobicity can effectually prevent the corrosion reactions, hydrogen generation and dendritic growth on the surface of the Zn anode. As a result, the Zn@ZnTe symmetrical cells achieve ultrahigh cycling stability (over 2800 h at 2 mA cm-2 and 1 mA h cm-2) and simultaneously deliver a low voltage hysteresis of 28 mV. Additionally, the durable Zn@ZnTe//V2O5 cells exhibit a remarkable capacity retention of 96.7% after 3000 cycles, surpassing that of the Zn//V2O5 cells. This work provides a straightforward and low-cost strategy to regulate the interface chemistry of the Zn anode, which may open a way for the development of practical ZIBs.
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- Yi He
- Ecology and Health Institute, Hangzhou Vocational & Technical College, Hangzhou 310018, China.
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- Ecology and Health Institute, Hangzhou Vocational & Technical College, Hangzhou 310018, China.
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- Ecology and Health Institute, Hangzhou Vocational & Technical College, Hangzhou 310018, China.
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- Ecology and Health Institute, Hangzhou Vocational & Technical College, Hangzhou 310018, China.
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- Ecology and Health Institute, Hangzhou Vocational & Technical College, Hangzhou 310018, China.
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- Ecology and Health Institute, Hangzhou Vocational & Technical College, Hangzhou 310018, China.
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- Ecology and Health Institute, Hangzhou Vocational & Technical College, Hangzhou 310018, China.
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- Ecology and Health Institute, Hangzhou Vocational & Technical College, Hangzhou 310018, China.
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Suzhou 215009, China.
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- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu 610054, China.
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Zhang J, Sun J, Yang D, Ha S, Ma T, Liu H, Shi X, Guo D, Wang Y, Wei Y. Trade-Off between Rough and Smooth Electrode Surfaces toward Stable Zn Stripping/Plating in Aqueous Electrolytes. NANO LETTERS 2024; 24:688-695. [PMID: 38180811 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.3c03983] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2024]
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The effects of surface roughness on the performance of the Zn metal anode in aqueous electrolytes are investigated by experiments and computational simulations. Smooth surfaces can homogenize the nucleation and growth of Zn, which helps to form a flat Zn anode under high current density. In spite of these advantages, the whole surface of the smooth electrode serves as the reactive contact area for parasitic reactions, generating severe hydrogen evolution, corrosion, and byproduct formation, which seriously hinder the long-term cycle stability of the Zn anode. To trade off this double-sided effect, we identify a medium degree of surface roughness that could stabilize the Zn anode for 1000 h cycling at 1.0 mAh cm-2. The electrode also enabled stable cycling for 800 h at a high current density of 5.0 mAh cm-2. This naked Zn metal anode with optimized surface roughness holds great promise for direct use in aqueous zinc ion batteries.
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- Jin Zhang
- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
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- Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York11790, United States
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- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
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- Coherent Light and Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy Laboratory, College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
- Chongqing Research Institute, Jilin University, Chongqing 401123, China
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- Key Laboratory of Physics and Technology for Advanced Batteries (Ministry of Education), College of Physics, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
- Chongqing Research Institute, Jilin University, Chongqing 401123, China
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