Journal of the American Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 17, 2024
Sodium-ion
batteries
suffer
from
kinetic
problems
stemming
sluggish
ion
transport
across
the
electrode-electrolyte
interface,
causing
rapid
energy
decay
during
fast-charging
or
low-temperature
operation.
One
exciting
prospect
to
enhance
kinetics
is
constructing
neuron-like
electrodes
that
emulate
fast
signal
transmission
in
a
nervous
system.
It
has
been
considered
these
bioinspired
designs
electron/ion
of
through
carbon
networks.
However,
whether
they
can
avoid
charge
transfer
at
interface
remains
unknown.
By
connecting
openings
nanotubes
with
surface
carbon-coated
Na
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(13), P. 9354 - 9364
Published: March 22, 2024
Na3V2(PO4)3
(NVP)
based
on
the
multielectron
reactions
between
V2+
and
V5+
has
been
considered
a
promising
cathode
for
sodium-ion
batteries
(SIBs).
However,
it
still
suffers
from
unsatisfactory
stability,
caused
by
poor
reversibility
of
V5+/V4+
redox
couple
structure
evolution.
Herein,
we
propos
strategy
that
combines
high-entropy
substitution
electrolyte
optimization
to
boost
reversible
NVP.
The
high
crystalline
evolution
are
disclosed
in
situ
X-ray
absorption
near-edge
spectra
diffraction.
Meanwhile,
electrochemical
reaction
kinetics
NVP
(HE-NVP)
can
be
further
improved
diglyme-based
electrolyte.
These
enable
HE-NVP
deliver
superior
performance
(capacity
retention
93.1%
after
2000
cycles;
large
capacity
120
mAh
g–1
even
at
5.0
A
g–1).
Besides,
long
cycle
life
power
density
HE-NVP∥natural
graphite
full-cell
configuration
demonstrated
superiority
SIBs.
This
work
highlights
synergism
is
powerful
enhance
sodium-storage
polyanionic
cathodes
Chemical Society Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
53(15), P. 7828 - 7874
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
This
review
depicts
a
broad
picture
of
fundamental
electrochemical
properties,
challenges
in
practical
use,
improvement
strategies
and
future
prospects
Na
layered
oxides,
attempting
to
offer
insights
into
design
high-performance
cathodes.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(28)
Published: April 12, 2024
Abstract
Intrinsically
safe
sodium‐ion
batteries
are
considered
as
a
promising
candidate
for
large‐scale
energy
storage
systems.
However,
the
high
flammability
of
conventional
electrolytes
may
pose
serious
safety
threats
and
even
explosions.
Herein,
strategy
constructing
deep
eutectic
electrolyte
is
proposed
to
boost
electrochemical
performance
succinonitrile
(SN)‐based
electrolyte.
The
strong
hydrogen
bond
between
S═O
1,3,2‐dioxathiolane‐2,2‐dioxide
(DTD)
α‐H
SN
endows
enhanced
compatibility
with
Lewis
bases.
Meanwhile,
DTD
participates
in
inner
Na
+
sheath
weakens
coordination
number
SN.
unique
solvation
configuration
promotes
formation
robust
gradient
inorganic‐rich
electrode–electrolyte
interphase,
merits
stable
cycling
half‐cells
wide
temperature
range,
capacity
retention
82.8%
after
800
cycles
(25
°C)
86.3%
100
(60
°C).
Correspondingly,
full
cells
deliver
tremendous
improvement
stability
rate
performance.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
34(37)
Published: March 19, 2024
Abstract
The
NASICON
cathode,
Na
3
V
2
(PO
4
)
,
has
garnered
significant
attention
due
to
its
robust
framework
with
fast
+
migration.
To
expand
application
scenarios
by
diversified
electronic
reaction,
the
substitution
of
vanadium
cost‐effective
and
abundant
redox
elements
is
a
special
research
topic.
Nevertheless,
in
terms
reducing
toxicity,
increasing
content
widening
voltage
range,
4+/5+
couple
FeV(PO
often
accompanies
asymmetric
irreversible
electrochemical
reactions
that
pose
dilemma
for
capacity
structural
stability,
especially
at
high
currents.
Herein,
this
work,
FeV
1/3
Ti
2/3
(NFVT)
achieved
highly
reactive
multiple
electron
transfer
(Ti
2+/3+
Fe
2+
/
3+
3+/4+
5+
utilizing
reaction
quasi‐monophase
behavior,
it
can
reserve
great
retention
after
3,000
cycles.
More
competitively,
boosting
kinetics
makes
fast‐charging
characteristic,
just
requiring
only
3.63
min
reach
80%
state
charge
C.
rapid
ion/electron
transport
dynamics
achieve
decay
0.043%
per
cycle
unlocking
behavior
NFVT
full
cells.
present
study
provides
fresh
perspective
on
designing
cathode
materials
capabilities
sodium‐ion
batteries.
ACS Energy Letters,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 750 - 778
Published: Jan. 13, 2025
Fast-charging
technology,
which
reduces
charging
time
and
enhances
convenience,
is
attracting
attention.
Sodium-ion
batteries
(SIBs)
potassium-ion
(PIBs)
are
emerging
as
viable
alternatives
to
lithium-ion
(LIBs)
due
their
abundant
resources
low
cost.
However,
during
fast
discharging,
the
crystal
structures
of
cathode
materials
in
SIBs/PIBs
can
be
damaged,
negatively
impacting
performance,
lifespan,
capacity.
To
address
this,
there
a
need
explore
electrode
with
ultrahigh
rate
capabilities.
Prussian
Blue
its
analogues
(PB
PBAs)
have
shown
great
potential
for
both
SIBs
PIBs
unique
excellent
electrochemical
properties.
This
Review
examines
use
PBAs
PIBs,
focusing
on
fast-charging
(rate)
performance
commercialization
potential.
Through
systematic
analysis
discussion,
we
hope
provide
practical
guidance
developing
contributing
advancement
widespread
adoption
green
energy
technologies.
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 17, 2025
Abstract
Na
3
V
2
(PO
4
)
(NVP)
is
recognized
for
its
promising
commercialization
potential
as
a
sodium‐ion
battery
(SIB)
cathode,
due
to
thermodynamic
stability
and
open
structure.
However,
the
limited
energy
density
remains
major
obstacle
further
advancement
of
NVP.
Herein,
medium‐entropy
NASICON
3.3
1.4
Al
0.3
(MgCoNiCuZn)
0.06
(NVAMP‐0.3)
designed
by
introducing
3+
,
Mg
2+
Co
Ni
Cu
Zn
regulate
configurational
entropy.
These
NVAMP‐0.3
achieve
an
elevated
average
operating
voltage
(3.33
V)
high
capacity
(138.1
mAh
g
−1
based
on
2.3
+
through
/V
4+
5+
multi‐electron
reactions.
By
simultaneously
enhancing
voltage,
exhibits
impressive
460
Wh
kg
.
Furthermore,
demonstrates
excellent
low‐temperature
tolerance
with
retention
rate
94.6%
after
300
cycles
at
−40
°C.
In
situ
XRD
unveils
underlying
cause
unique
phenomenon
where
solid‐solution
reaction
accounts
faster
electrochemical
kinetics
compared
redox.
DFT
calculations
indicate
that
possesses
superior
electronic
conductivity
reduced
migration
barriers.
A
pouch
cell
assembled
cathode
hard
carbon
anode
highly
stable
cycling
(89.3%
200
1
C).
This
study
provides
valuable
insights
into
developing
NASICON‐type
cathodes
densities
SIBs.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 13, 2025
Abstract
Li‐ion
and
Na‐ion
batteries
are
promising
systems
for
powering
electric
vehicles
grid
storage.
Layered
3d
transition
metal
oxides
A
x
TMO
2
(A
=
Li,
Na;
TM
metals;
0
<
≤
2)
have
drawn
extensive
attention
as
cathode
materials
due
to
their
exceptional
energy
densities.
However,
they
suffer
from
several
technical
challenges
caused
by
crystal
structure
degradation
associated
with
ions
migration,
such
poor
cycling
stability,
inferior
rate
capability,
significant
voltage
hysteresis,
serious
decay.
Aiming
tackle
these
challenges,
this
review
provides
an
in‐depth
discussion
comprehensive
understanding
of
the
migration
behaviors
in
.
First,
key
thermodynamics
kinetics
that
impact
discussed,
covering
ionic
radius,
electronic
configuration,
arrangement,
barrier.
In
particular,
details
provided
regarding
universal
specific
characteristics
Ni,
Co,
Mn,
Fe,
Cr,
V
layered
materials.
Subsequently,
impacts
migrations
on
electrochemical
performance
emphasized
terms
fundamental
science
behind
issues,
strategies
modulate
advanced
development
summarized.
Besides,
characterization
techniques
probing
present,
like
neutron
diffraction
(ND),
scanning
transmission
electron
microscopy
(STEM),
nuclear
magnetic
resonance
(NMR),
others.
Finally,
future
directions
regard
comprehensively
concluded.
This
offers
valuable
insights
into
basic
design
oxide
batteries.
Journal of the American Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 14, 2025
Architecting
Prussian
blue
analogue
(PBA)
cathodes
with
optimized
synergistic
bimetallic
reaction
centers
is
a
paradigmatic
strategy
for
devising
high-energy
sodium-ion
batteries
(SIBs);
however,
these
usually
suffer
from
fast
capacity
fading
and
sluggish
kinetics.
To
alleviate
the
above
problems,
herein,
series
of
early
transition
metal
(ETM)-late
(LTM)-based
PBA
(Fe-VO,
Fe-TiO,
Fe-ZrO,
Co-VO,
Fe-Co-VO)
cathode
materials
have
been
conveniently
fabricated
via
an
"acid-assisted
synthesis"
strategy.
As
paradigm,
FeVO-PBA
(FV)
delivers
superb
rate
capability
(148.9
56.1
mAh/g
under
0.5
100
C,
respectively),
remarkable
cycling
stability
over
30,000
cycles,
high
energy
density
(259.7
Wh/kg
full
cell),
wide
operation-temperature
range
(-60-80
°C).
In
situ/ex
situ
techniques
functional
theory
calculations
reveal
quasi-zero-strain
multielectron
redox
mechanisms
during
cycling,
supporting
its
higher
specific
stable
cycling.
It
considered
that
d-d
electron
compensation
effect
between
Fe
V
enhanced
reversibility
kinetics
reactions
simultaneously
improved
electronic
conductivity
structural
cathode.
This
work
may
pave
new
way
rational
design
high-performance
SIBs.