Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 12, 2024
Abstract
High‐nickel
cathode
materials
is
known
to
have
high
specific
capacity
but
poor
stability
and
safety
due
nickel
diffusion.
While
Al‐doped
high‐nickel
(NCMA)
particles
exhibit
enhanced
stability,
their
durability
under
high‐charge
cut‐off
voltages
remains
uncertain.
Herein,
a
polymer
electrolyte
with
semi‐interpenetrating
network
(SIPN)
structure
designed
for
high‐voltage
lithium‐metal
battery
application.
The
matrix
of
the
composed
CO
2
‐derived
thermoplastic
polyurethane
(TPU)
an
in
situ
polymerized
polyacrylonitrile
(PAN),
where
PAN
provides
strength
TPU
offers
excellent
resistance
abundant
ion‐complexing
sites.
With
assistance
additives,
PAN‐TPU‐based
performs
flame
retardancy,
wide
electrochemical
window
(>5.1
V)
can
lead
stable
organic–inorganic
hybrid
cathode‐electrolyte
interface
during
cycling.
Li‖PAN‐TPU/TEP‐E‖Li
cell
lasts
over
3400
h
at
0.2
mA
cm
−2
.
construction
well‐connected
ion
pathway
by
incorporating
as
binder
forming
electrolyte.
NCMA@TPU‖PAN‐TPU/triethyl
phosphate‐based
(TEP‐E)‖Li
shows
outstanding
performances,
which
maintains
186
mAh
g
−1
4.3
V
charging
voltage,
retaining
82%
after
300
cycles
0.5
C.
Even
4.5
it
retains
78%
200
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 31, 2025
Solid-state
lithium
(Li)
metal
batteries
(SSLMBs)
have
garnered
considerable
attention
due
to
their
potential
for
high
energy
density
and
intrinsic
safety.
However,
widespread
development
has
been
hindered
by
the
low
ionic
conductivity
of
solid-state
electrolytes.
In
this
contribution,
a
novel
Li-rich
transport
mechanism
is
proposed
achieve
ultrafast
Li-ion
conduction
in
composite
By
incorporating
cation-deficient
dielectric
nanofillers
into
polymer
matrices,
it
found
that
negatively
charged
cation
defects
effectively
intensify
adsorption
Li
ions,
resulting
concentration
enrichment
on
surface
fillers.
More
importantly,
these
formed
layers
are
interconnected
establish
continuous
networks.
The
electrolyte
exhibited
remarkably
ion
activation
(0.17
eV)
achieved
an
unprecedented
approaching
1
×
10⁻3
S
cm⁻1
at
room
temperature.
Li||LiNi0.8Co0.1Mo0.1O2
full
cells
demonstrated
extended
cycling
life
over
200
cycles
with
capacity
retention
70.7%.
This
work
provides
fresh
insight
improving
constructing
networks,
paving
way
high-performance
SSLMBs.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
34(37)
Published: May 8, 2024
Abstract
Cellulose‐based
solid
electrolyte
possesses
the
characteristics
of
low
cost,
high
strength,
and
sustainability,
has
great
potential
in
field
solid‐state
lithium
metal
batteries.
However,
large
hydrogen
bonds
between
cellulose
molecules
make
molecular
chains
tightly
arranged,
hinder
ion
conduction,
seriously
limiting
its
further
development.
Herein,
an
ion‐conducting
grafting
strategy
is
proposed
for
fabrication
acetate
quasi‐solid
composite
(CLA‐CN‐LATP
QCE)
with
a
superior
ionic
conductivity
1.25
×
10
−3
S
cm
−1
at
room
temperature.
Benefited
from
grafted
functional
molecules,
assembled
symmetrical
battery
exhibits
polarization
voltage
highly
stable
stripping/plating
cycling
more
than
1200
h
0.1
mA
−2
current
density.
Moreover,
it
endows
LFP|CLA‐CN‐LATP
QCE|Li
excellent
long‐cycle
stability
1500
cycles
0.5
C
25
°C
capacity
retention
92.1%.
Importantly,
this
work
provides
effective
opening
transport
channel
improving
interface
properties
electrolytes
electrodes.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
35(1)
Published: Oct. 31, 2024
Abstract
The
use
of
all‐solid‐state
lithium
metal
batteries
(ASSLMBs)
has
garnered
significant
attention
as
a
promising
solution
for
advanced
energy
storage
systems.
By
employing
non‐flammable
solid
electrolytes
in
ASSLMBs,
their
safety
profile
is
enhanced,
and
the
anode
allows
higher
density
compared
to
traditional
lithium‐ion
batteries.
To
fully
realize
potential
solid‐state
(SSEs)
must
meet
several
requirements.
These
include
high
ionic
conductivity
Li
+
transference
number,
smooth
interfacial
contact
between
SSEs
electrodes,
low
manufacturing
cost,
excellent
electrochemical
stability,
effective
suppression
dendrite
formation.
This
paper
delves
into
essential
requirements
enable
successful
implementation
ASSLMBs.
Additionally,
representative
state‐of‐the‐art
examples
developed
past
5
years,
showcasing
latest
advancements
SSE
materials
highlighting
unique
properties
are
discussed.
Finally,
provides
an
outlook
on
achieving
balanced
improved
addressing
failure
mechanisms
solutions,
critical
challenges
such
reversibility
plating/stripping
thermal
runaway,
characterization
techniques,
composite
SSEs,
computational
studies,
ASS
lithium–sulfur
lithium–oxygen
With
this
consideration,
ASSLMBs
can
be
realized.
Chemical Communications,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
UIO-66-F
4
(Zr)
was
employed
as
a
filler
in
solid-state
electrolytes.
Thanks
to
fluorinated
groups,
the
interaction
between
MOF
and
polymer
improved,
which
not
only
stabilizes
SEI
layer
but
also
improves
ionic
conductivity
of
SCEs.
Energy & Fuels,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
38(22), P. 21674 - 21700
Published: Nov. 5, 2024
Solid-state
lithium
batteries
(SSLBs)
utilize
solid
electrolytes
(SEs)
instead
of
their
liquid
counterpart,
providing
higher
energy
density
and
safety,
are
considered
as
potential
storage
technology.
Among
the
various
kinds
SEs,
garnet
(Li7La3Zr2O12,
LLZO)
electrolyte
has
considerable
Li-ion
conductivity
robust
air/chemical
stability,
rendering
it
an
excellent
candidate
for
commercialization
SSLBs.
In
recent
years,
numerous
efforts
have
been
made
to
improve
ionic
SEs.
These
successfully
achieved
a
high
∼10–3
S
cm–1
at
room
temperature.
Nevertheless,
emerging
issue
pertains
interfacial
stability
garnet-based
electrolytes.
Therefore,
our
focus
lies
on
challenges
associated
with
SSLBs,
including
(i)
interface
between
metal
anode
SE,
(ii)
SE
high-voltage
cathodes,
(iii)
polymeric
additives
SE.
The
solution
strategies
these
target-oriented
issues
briefly
discussed.
light
discourse
enhanced
performance,
principle
designing
high-performance
interfaces
is
proposed.
A
future
perspective
also
offered
development
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 19, 2025
Abstract
Lithium
dendrites
and
flammable
carbonate
electrolytes
present
significant
challenges
to
the
progress
of
lithium
metal
batteries
(LMBs),
necessitating
urgent
development
novel
solid
electrolytes.
Herein,
a
non‐flammable
polymer
deep
eutectic
electrolyte
(PDEE)
is
proposed
by
encapsulating
N‐methylacetamide
(NMA)‐based
within
framework
formed
ethoxylated
trimethylolpropane
triacrylate
(ETPTA)
via
in
situ
polymerization.
The
robust
Li
+
‐solvent
interaction
between
polar
groups
NMA
nitrate
(LiNO
3
)
significantly
improves
solubility
LiNO
.
Therefore,
an
inorganic‐rich
LiF,
x
N,
LiN
O
y
interphase
(SEI)
designed
introducing
fluoroethylene
(FEC)
into
PDEE.
comprehensive
characterizations
simulations
reveal
that
moderate
addition
can
modulate
solvated
structure
result
uniform
deposition.
PDEE‐2
(PDEE
with
2
wt%
exhibits
high
ionic
conductivity
(2.5
mS
cm
−1
at
25
°C)
transference
number
(0.61).
Li||LiFePO4
(LFP)
cells
maintain
cycling
stability
for
1700
cycles
C,
Li||Ni
0.8
Co
0.1
Mn
(NCM811)
achieve
300
0.5
C
capacity
retention
86.7%,
one
best
results
eutectic‐based
This
study
presents
innovative
method
producing
stable
encourages
utilization
LMBs.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 10, 2025
Abstract
Practical
implementations
of
solid
polymer
electrolytes
(SPEs)
in
solid‐state
lithium‐metal
batteries
(SSLMBs)
are
inhibited
by
the
limited
lithium‐ion
(Li
+
)
transport
and
poor‐quality
interface
between
SPEs
both
electrodes.
exhibit
lower
ionic
conductivity
than
other
oxidized
decomposed
oxide‐based
cathode
materials
high‐voltage
windows.
SSLMBs
also
long‐term
destabilized
parasitic
side
reactions
at
electrode–electrolyte
interfaces
Li
dendrite
formations.
This
study
proposes
a
selectively
designed
Janus‐structured
electrolyte
(JPE),
which
is
more
physically
chemically
compatible
with
electrodes
SPEs.
The
proposed
JPE
includes
cathode‐facing
composite
(C‐CPE)
containing
succinonitrile
7
La
3
Zr
2
O
12
,
an
anode‐facing
(A‐CPE)
incorporating
fluoroethylene
carbonate
(FEC).
C‐CPE
layer
provides
additional
paths
increases
antioxidant
properties,
improving
tolerance
SSLMB,
while
A‐CPE
alleviates
metal
anode
improves
stability
against
protruding
dendrites.
Full
cells
Li|JPE|Ni
0.8
Co
0.15
Al
0.05
Li|JPE|LiCoO
remain
stable
over
1600
cycles
1
C,
demonstrating
potential
structures
for
SSLMBs.
Moreover,
symmetric
Li||Li
assembled
cycle
2500
h
0.1
mA
cm
−2
1000
0.5
.
Chemistry - A European Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 11, 2024
Abstract
In
pursuit
of
high
energy
density,
lithium
metal
batteries
(LMBs)
are
undoubtedly
the
best
choice.
However,
leakage
and
inevitable
dendrite
growth
in
liquid
electrolytes
seriously
hinder
its
practical
application.
Solid/quasi‐solid
state
have
emerged
as
an
answer
to
solve
above
issues.
Especially,
polymer
with
excellent
interface
compatibility,
flexibility,
ease
machining
become
a
research
hotspot
for
LMBs.
Nevertheless,
contact
between
electrolyte
inorganic
electrode
materials
low
ionic
conductivity
restrict
development.
On
account
these,
situ
polymerized
is
proposed.
Polymer
solid
produced
through
polymerization
promote
robust
while
simplifying
preparation
steps.
This
review
summarized
latest
progress
These
were
divided
into
three
parts
according
their
methods:
thermally
induced
polymerization,
chemical
initiator
ionizing
radiation
so
on.
Furthermore,
we
concluded
major
challenges
future
trends
It's
hoped
that
this
will
provide
meaningful
guidance
on
designing
high‐performance