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Hu X, Zhu X, Ran Z, Liu S, Zhang Y, Wang H, Wei W. Conductive Polymer-Based Interlayers in Restraining the Polysulfide Shuttle of Lithium-Sulfur Batteries. Molecules 2024; 29:1164. [PMID: 38474675 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29051164] [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: 01/22/2024] [Revised: 02/28/2024] [Accepted: 03/02/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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Lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs) are considered a promising candidate for next-generation energy storage devices due to the advantages of high theoretical specific capacity, abundant resources and being environmentally friendly. However, the severe shuttle effect of polysulfides causes the low utilization of active substances and rapid capacity fading, thus seriously limiting their practical application. The introduction of conductive polymer-based interlayers between cathodes and separators is considered to be an effective method to solve this problem because they can largely confine, anchor and convert the soluble polysulfides. In this review, the recent progress of conductive polymer-based interlayers used in LSBs is summarized, including free-standing conductive polymer-based interlayers, conductive polymer-based interlayer modified separators and conductive polymer-based interlayer modified sulfur electrodes. Furthermore, some suggestions on rational design and preparation of conductive polymer-based interlayers are put forward to highlight the future development of LSBs.
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Affiliation(s)
- Xincheng Hu
- Henan Engineering Center of New Energy Battery Materials, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shangqiu Normal University, Shangqiu 476000, China
- Center of Green Catalysis, College of Chemistry, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- Henan Engineering Center of New Energy Battery Materials, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shangqiu Normal University, Shangqiu 476000, China
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- Henan Engineering Center of New Energy Battery Materials, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shangqiu Normal University, Shangqiu 476000, China
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- Henan Engineering Center of New Energy Battery Materials, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shangqiu Normal University, Shangqiu 476000, China
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- Henan Engineering Center of New Energy Battery Materials, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shangqiu Normal University, Shangqiu 476000, China
- Center of Green Catalysis, College of Chemistry, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China
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- School of Chemistry, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, China
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- Henan Engineering Center of New Energy Battery Materials, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shangqiu Normal University, Shangqiu 476000, China
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Song Y, Tang P, Wang Y, Bi L, Liang Q, Yao Y, Qiu Y, He L, Xie Q, Dong P, Zhang Y, Yao Y, Liao J, Wang S. Insight into Accelerating Polysulfides Redox Kinetics by BN@MXene Heterostructure for Li-S Batteries. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2302386. [PMID: 37196415 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202302386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/19/2023]
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Sluggish redox kinetics and shuttle effect of polysulfides hinder the extensive application of the lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs). Herein a functional heterostructure of boron nitride (BN) and MXene with an alternately layered structure (BN@MXene) is designed as separator interlayer. High efficiency Li+ transmission, uniform lithium deposition, strong adsorption, and efficient catalytic conversion activities of lithium polysulfides (LiPSs) realized by this heterostructure are confirmed by experiments and theoretical calculations. The alternately layered structure provides unblocked ion transmission channels and abundant active sites to accelerate the polysulfides redox kinetics with reduced energy barriers of oxidation and reduction reactions. As a result, the LSBs deliver an initial discharge capacity of up to 1273.9 mAh g-1 at 0.2 °C and a low decay of 0.058% per cycle in long-term cycling up to 700 cycles at 1 °C. This work provides an effective designing strategy to accelerate the polysulfides redox kinetics for advanced Li-S electrochemical system.
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- Yaochen Song
- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
- School of materials Science and Engineering, Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Green Preparation and Functionalization for Inorganic Materials, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
- School of materials Science and Engineering, Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Green Preparation and Functionalization for Inorganic Materials, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
- School of materials Science and Engineering, Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Green Preparation and Functionalization for Inorganic Materials, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
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- National and Local Joint Engineering Laboratory for Lithium-ion Batteries and Materials Preparation Technology, Key Laboratory of Advanced Battery Materials of Yunnan Province, Faculty of Metallurgical and Energy Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650093, P. R. China
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- National and Local Joint Engineering Laboratory for Lithium-ion Batteries and Materials Preparation Technology, Key Laboratory of Advanced Battery Materials of Yunnan Province, Faculty of Metallurgical and Energy Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650093, P. R. China
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- National and Local Joint Engineering Laboratory for Lithium-ion Batteries and Materials Preparation Technology, Key Laboratory of Advanced Battery Materials of Yunnan Province, Faculty of Metallurgical and Energy Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, 650093, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
- School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 611731, P. R. China
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- Yangtze Delta Region Institute (QuZhou), University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, 324000, P. R. China
- School of materials Science and Engineering, Shaanxi Key Laboratory of Green Preparation and Functionalization for Inorganic Materials, Shaanxi University of Science & Technology, Xi'an, 710021, P. R. China
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Liu Y, Qin T, Wang P, Yuan M, Li Q, Feng S. Challenges and Solutions for Low-Temperature Lithium-Sulfur Batteries: A Review. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:4359. [PMID: 37374546 DOI: 10.3390/ma16124359] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2023] [Revised: 06/03/2023] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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The lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery is considered to be one of the attractive candidates for breaking the limit of specific energy of lithium-ion batteries and has the potential to conquer the related energy storage market due to its advantages of low-cost, high-energy density, high theoretical specific energy, and environmental friendliness issues. However, the substantial decrease in the performance of Li-S batteries at low temperatures has presented a major barrier to extensive application. To this end, we have introduced the underlying mechanism of Li-S batteries in detail, and further concentrated on the challenges and progress of Li-S batteries working at low temperatures in this review. Additionally, the strategies to improve the low-temperature performance of Li-S batteries have also been summarized from the four perspectives, such as electrolyte, cathode, anode, and diaphragm. This review will provide a critical insight into enhancing the feasibility of Li-S batteries in low-temperature environments and facilitating their commercialization.
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- Yiming Liu
- Queen Mary University of London Engineering School, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710129, China
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- Queen Mary University of London Engineering School, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710129, China
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- Queen Mary University of London Engineering School, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710129, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Solidification Processing, Center for Nano Energy Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- Anhui Province International Research Center on Advanced Building Materials, School of Materials and Chemical Engineering, Anhui Jianzhu University, Hefei 230601, China
- Anhui Institute of Strategic Study on Carbon Dioxide Emissions Peak and Carbon Neutrality in Urban-Rural Development, Anhui Jianzhu University, Hefei 230601, China
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- Anhui Province International Research Center on Advanced Building Materials, School of Materials and Chemical Engineering, Anhui Jianzhu University, Hefei 230601, China
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Wang Y, Ai R, Wang F, Hu X, Zeng Y, Hou J, Zhao J, Zhang Y, Zhang Y, Li X. Research Progress on Multifunctional Modified Separator for Lithium-Sulfur Batteries. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15040993. [PMID: 36850275 PMCID: PMC9966612 DOI: 10.3390/polym15040993] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2022] [Revised: 01/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/24/2023] [Indexed: 02/19/2023] Open
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Lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs) are recognized as one of the second-generation electrochemical energy storage systems with the most potential due to their high theoretical specific capacity of the sulfur cathode (1675 mAhg-1), abundant elemental sulfur energy storage, low price, and green friendliness. However, the shuttle effect of polysulfides results in the passivation of the lithium metal anode, resulting in a decrease in battery capacity, Coulombic efficiency, and cycle stability, which seriously restricts the commercialization of LSBs. Starting from the separator layer before the positive sulfur cathode and lithium metal anode, introducing a barrier layer for the shuttle of polysulfides is considered an extremely effective research strategy. These research strategies are effective in alleviating the shuttle of polysulfide ions, improving the utilization of active materials, enhancing the battery cycle stability, and prolonging the cycle life. This paper reviews the research progress of the separator functionalization in LSBs in recent years and the research trend of separator functionalization in the future is predicted.
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- Ying Wang
- National and Local Joint Engineering Laboratory for Lithium-Ion Batteries and Materials Preparation Technology, Faculty of Metallurgical and Energy Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650093, China
- College of Electrical Information Engineering, Panzhihua University, Panzhihua 617000, China
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- College of Vanadium and Titanium, Panzhihua University, Panzhihua 617000, China
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- National and Local Joint Engineering Laboratory for Lithium-Ion Batteries and Materials Preparation Technology, Faculty of Metallurgical and Energy Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650093, China
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- College of Electrical Information Engineering, Panzhihua University, Panzhihua 617000, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemistry for Energy Materials, Provincial Government New Energy Vehicle Power Technology Joint Engineering Laboratory, State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China
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- National and Local Joint Engineering Laboratory for Lithium-Ion Batteries and Materials Preparation Technology, Faculty of Metallurgical and Energy Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650093, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemistry for Energy Materials, Provincial Government New Energy Vehicle Power Technology Joint Engineering Laboratory, State Key Laboratory of Physical Chemistry of Solid Surfaces, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, China
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- National and Local Joint Engineering Laboratory for Lithium-Ion Batteries and Materials Preparation Technology, Faculty of Metallurgical and Energy Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650093, China
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- National and Local Joint Engineering Laboratory for Lithium-Ion Batteries and Materials Preparation Technology, Faculty of Metallurgical and Energy Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650093, China
- Correspondence: (Y.Z.); (X.L.)
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- National and Local Joint Engineering Laboratory for Lithium-Ion Batteries and Materials Preparation Technology, Faculty of Metallurgical and Energy Engineering, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming 650093, China
- Correspondence: (Y.Z.); (X.L.)
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Zhang J, Wang Y, Zhou Z, Chen Q, Tang Y. Mo 2C-Loaded Porous Carbon Nanosheets as a Multifunctional Separator Coating for High-Performance Lithium-Sulfur Batteries. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 16:1635. [PMID: 36837265 PMCID: PMC9964068 DOI: 10.3390/ma16041635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2023] [Revised: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 02/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Lithium-sulfur batteries have emerged as one of the promising next-generation energy storage devices. However, the dissolution and shuttling of polysulfides in the electrolyte leads to a rapid decrease in capacity, severe self-discharge, and poor high-temperature performance. Here, we demonstrate the design and preparation of a Mo2C nanoparticle-embedded carbon nanosheet matrix material (Mo2C/C) and its application in lithium-sulfur battery separator modification. As a polar catalyst, Mo2C/C can effectively adsorb and promote the reversible conversion of lithium polysulfides, suppress the shuttle effect, and improve the electrochemical performance of the battery. The lithium-sulfur battery with the Mo2C/C =-modified separator showed a good rate of performance with high specific capacities of 1470 and 799 mAh g-1 at 0.1 and 2 C, respectively. In addition, the long-cycle performance of only 0.09% decay per cycle for 400 cycles and the stable cycling under high sulfur loading indicate that the Mo2C/C-modified separator holds great promise for the development of high-energy-density lithium-sulfur batteries.
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