Electrochemical Energy Reviews,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
6(1)
Published: June 9, 2023
Abstract
Rechargeable
room-temperature
sodium–sulfur
(Na–S)
and
sodium–selenium
(Na–Se)
batteries
are
gaining
extensive
attention
for
potential
large-scale
energy
storage
applications
owing
to
their
low
cost
high
theoretical
density.
Optimization
of
electrode
materials
investigation
mechanisms
essential
achieve
density
long-term
cycling
stability
Na–S(Se)
batteries.
Herein,
we
provide
a
comprehensive
review
the
recent
progress
in
We
elucidate
Na
improvement
strategies
battery
performance.
In
particular,
discuss
advances
development
components,
including
high-performance
sulfur
cathodes,
optimized
electrolytes,
advanced
metal
anodes
modified
separators.
Combined
with
current
research
achievements,
this
outlines
remaining
challenges
clear
directions
future
practical
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ACS Energy Letters,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
7(1), P. 490 - 513
Published: Jan. 3, 2022
Over
the
past
two
decades,
solid–electrolyte
interphase
(SEI)
layer
that
forms
on
an
electrode's
surface
has
been
believed
to
be
pivotal
for
stabilizing
performance
in
lithium-ion
batteries
(LIBs).
However,
more
and
researchers
currently
are
realizing
metal-ion
solvation
structure
(e.g.,
Li+)
electrolytes
derived
interfacial
model
(i.e.,
desolvation
process)
can
affect
significantly.
Thus,
herein
we
summarize
recent
research
focused
how
discover
importance
of
electrolyte's
structure,
develop
a
quantitative
describe
construct
understand
performance,
apply
these
theories
design
electrolytes.
We
provide
timely
review
scientific
relationship
between
molecular
interactions
metal
ions,
anions,
solvents
which
viewpoint
differs
from
SEI
interpretations
before.
These
discoveries
may
herald
new,
post-SEI
era
due
their
significance
guiding
LIBs
improvement,
as
well
developing
other
beyond.
ACS Energy Letters,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
7(1), P. 410 - 416
Published: Dec. 27, 2021
All-solid-state
batteries
(ASSBs)
have
gained
considerable
attention
due
to
their
inherent
safety
and
high
energy
density.
However,
fabricating
ultrathin
freestanding
solid
electrolyte
membranes
for
practical
all-solid-state
pouch
cells
remains
challenging.
In
this
work,
polytetrafluoroethylene
(PTFE)
fibrilization
was
utilized
interweave
inorganic
electrolytes
(SEs)
into
membranes.
Representative
SE
membranes,
including
Li6PS5Cl,
Li3InCl6,
Li6.5La3Zr1.5Ta0.5O12,
demonstrate
not
only
a
thickness
of
15–20
μm
but
also
room-temperature
ionic
conductivity
(>1
mS
cm–1).
with
bilayer
Li6PS5Cl
Li3InCl6
deliver
capacity
124.3
mAh
g–1
at
0.1
C
an
initial
Coulombic
efficiency
89.4%.
Furthermore,
using
20
LLZTO
membrane
as
ceramic
separator,
solid-state
cell
high-capacity
LiNi0.8Mn0.1Co0.1O2
electrode
(>3
cm–2)
displays
both
exceptional
cycling
stability
unprecedented
safety.
We
believe
that
solvent-free
technology
would
be
feasible
cost-effective
means
transferring
ASSB
from
the
laboratory
factory.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
60(36), P. 19965 - 19973
Published: June 29, 2021
Abstract
Water‐in‐salt
(WIS)
electrolytes
using
super‐concentrated
organic
lithium
(Li)
salts
are
of
interest
for
aqueous
Li‐ion
batteries.
However,
the
high
salt
cost,
viscosity,
poor
wettability,
and
environmental
hazards
remain
a
great
challenge.
Herein,
we
present
localized
water‐in‐salt
(LWIS)
electrolyte
based
on
low‐cost
nitrate
(LiNO
3
)
1,5‐pentanediol
(PD)
as
inert
diluent.
The
addition
PD
maintains
solvation
structure
WIS
electrolyte,
improves
stability
via
hydrogen‐bonding
interactions
with
water
NO
−
molecules,
reduces
total
concentration.
By
in
situ
gelling
LWIS
tetraethylene
glycol
diacrylate
(TEGDA)
monomer,
window
can
be
further
expanded
to
3.0
V.
as‐developed
Mo
6
S
8
|LWIS
gel
electrolyte|LiMn
2
O
4
(LMO)
batteries
delivered
outstanding
cycling
performance
an
average
Coulombic
efficiency
98.53
%
after
250
cycles
at
1
C.
Nature Communications,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
12(1)
Published: Sept. 30, 2021
The
current
Li-based
battery
technology
is
limited
in
terms
of
energy
contents.
Therefore,
several
approaches
are
considered
to
improve
the
density
these
storage
devices.
Here,
we
report
combination
a
heteroatom-based
gel
polymer
electrolyte
with
hybrid
cathode
comprising
Li-rich
oxide
active
material
and
graphite
conductive
agent
produce
high-energy
"shuttle-relay"
Li
metal
battery,
where
additional
capacity
generated
from
electrolyte's
anion
shuttling
at
high
voltages.
electrolyte,
prepared
via
situ
polymerization
an
all-fluorinated
shows
adequate
ionic
conductivity
(around
2
mS
cm-1
25
°C),
oxidation
stability
(up
5.5
V
vs
Li/Li+),
compatibility
safety
aspects
(i.e.,
non-flammability).
polymeric
allows
for
reversible
insertion
hexafluorophosphate
anions
into
dual-ion
mechanism)
after
removal
ions
rocking-chair
mechanism).
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
62(8)
Published: Dec. 26, 2022
Abstract
Electrolyte
design
has
become
ever
more
important
to
enhance
the
performance
of
lithium‐ion
batteries
(LIBs).
However,
flammability
issue
and
high
reactivity
conventional
electrolytes
remain
a
major
problem,
especially
when
LIBs
are
operated
at
voltage
extreme
temperatures.
Herein,
we
novel
non‐flammable
fluorinated
ester
electrolyte
that
enables
cycling
stability
in
wide‐temperature
variations
(e.g.,
−50
°C–60
°C)
superior
power
capability
(fast
charge
rates
up
5.0
C)
for
graphite||LiNi
0.8
Co
0.1
Mn
O
2
(NCM811)
battery
(i.e.,
>4.3
V
vs.
Li/Li
+
).
Moreover,
this
work
sheds
new
light
on
dynamic
evolution
interaction
among
Li
,
solvent,
anion
molecular
level.
By
elucidating
fundamental
relationship
between
solvation
structure
electrochemical
performance,
can
facilitate
development
high‐safety
high‐energy‐density
operating
harsh
conditions.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
35(51)
Published: Sept. 6, 2023
The
safe
operation
of
rechargeable
batteries
is
crucial
because
numerous
instances
fire
and
explosion
mishaps.
However,
battery
chemistry
involving
metallic
lithium
(Li)
as
the
anode
prone
to
thermal
runaway
in
flammable
organic
electrolytes
under
abusive
conditions.
Herein,
an
situ
encapsulation
strategy
proposed
construct
nonflammable
quasi-solid
through
radical
polymerization
a
hexafluorobutyl
acrylate
(HFBA)
monomer
pentaerythritol
tetraacrylate
(PETEA)
crosslinker.
system
eliminates
inherent
flammability
ether
with
zero
self-extinguishing
time
owing
gas-phase
capturing
ability
HFBA.
Additionally,
graphitized
carbon
layer
generated
during
decomposition
PETEA
at
high
temperatures
obstructs
heat
oxygen
required
for
combustion.
When
coupled
Au-modified
reduced
graphene
oxide
anodic
current
collectors
sulfide
cathodes,
assembled
anode-free
Li-metal
cell
based
on
electrolyte
exhibits
no
signs
expansion
or
gas
generation
cycling,
eliminated
multiple
mechanical,
electrical,
abuse
scenarios
even
rigorous
strikes.
This
configuration
gas-
condensed-phase
flame-retardant
mechanisms
can
drive
technological
leap
pouch
cells
secure
practical
applications
necessary
power
this
society
manner.