Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 17, 2024
Abstract
Global
climate
change
necessitates
urgent
carbon
neutrality.
Energy
storage
is
crucial
in
this
effort,
but
adoption
hindered
by
current
battery
technologies
due
to
low
energy
density,
slow
charging,
and
safety
issues.
A
novel
liquid
metal
flow
using
a
gallium,
indium,
zinc
alloy
(Ga
80
In
10
Zn
,
wt.%)
introduced
an
alkaline
electrolyte
with
air
electrode.
This
system
offers
ultrafast
charging
comparable
gasoline
refueling
(<5
min)
as
demonstrated
the
repeated
long‐term
discharging
(123
h)
process
of
317
mAh
capacity
at
density
mA
cm
−2
average
voltage
1.1
V.
high
practical
635.1
g
−1
achieved
brand‐new
potential
theoretical
value
1004.4
.
Microscopic
numerical
simulations
reveal
significant
hydrogen
evolution
reaction
dendrite
suppression
compared
pure
Ga
electrodes.
The
potassium
iodide
(KI)‐modified
‐air
exhibits
reduced
1.77
V
efficiency
57%
over
800
cycles,
outperforming
conventional
Pt/C
Ir/C‐based
systems
22%
improvement.
innovative
addresses
limitations
traditional
lithium‐ion
batteries,
Zn‐air
contributing
advanced
global
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
34(48)
Published: July 9, 2024
Abstract
Lithium
bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide
(LiTFSI)
is
a
widely
used
lithium
(Li)
salt
that
extensively
studied
in
the
field
of
electrolytes
for
Li‐ion
batteries
(LIBs)
to
improve
their
performance.
A
thorough
understanding
its
underlying
mechanisms
LIBs
crucial
gaining
deeper
insights
into
future
development.
This
paper
provides
an
extensive
review
role
LiTFSI
enhancing
battery
performance,
including
benefits
negative
electrode
protection,
facilitation
fast
charging
capabilities,
and
promotion
operation
across
wide
temperature
range.
It
also
highlights
specific
drawbacks
electrolyte
domain
examines
potential
solutions.
By
leveraging
unique
properties
LiTFSI,
strategies
effective
utilization
current
research
are
outlined.
Finally,
discusses
lack
mechanism
interface
particularly
evolution
multi‐component
Li
salts
at
positive
interfaces,
it
reasonably
anticipates
applications
realm
non‐liquid
batteries.
study
not
only
more
comprehensive
profound
but
aids
exploration
novel
systems.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 10, 2025
Manganese-based
layer-structured
transition
metal
oxides
are
considered
promising
cathode
materials
for
future
sodium
batteries
owing
to
their
high
energy
density
potential
and
industrial
feasibility.
The
grain-related
anisotropy
electrode/electrolyte
side
reactions,
however,
constrain
cycling
lifespan,
particularly
at
voltages.
Large-sized
single-crystal
O3-typed
Na[Ni0.3Mn0.5Cu0.1Ti0.1]O2
was
thus
designed
successfully
synthesized
toward
high-voltage
long-lifespan
batteries.
grain-boundary-free
structure
unidirectional
Na+
diffusion
channels
enable
a
faster
rate
electronic
conductivity.
Meanwhile,
the
large-area
exposed
(003)
crystal
plane
can
not
only
exhibit
higher
barrier
electrode–electrolyte
reactions
but
also
alleviate
interlayer
sliding
structural
collapse
during
charge–discharge
processes.
lattice
oxygen
in
contact
with
electrolyte
stabilized,
TMO6
octahedral
integrity
maintained
as
well.
A
specific
capacity
of
160.1
mAh
g–1
current
0.1
C
demonstrated.
Coupled
hard
carbon
anode,
full
cell
demonstrate
an
excellent
stability,
achieving
141.1
C.
After
100
cycles
2
C,
retention
is
97.3%.
Small,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: June 6, 2024
Abstract
The
development
and
application
of
lithium‐ion
batteries
present
a
dual
global
prospect
opportunity
challenge.
With
conventional
energy
sources
facing
reserve
shortages
environmental
issues,
have
emerged
as
transformative
technology
over
the
past
decade,
owing
to
their
superior
properties.
They
are
poised
for
exponential
growth
in
realms
electric
vehicles
storage.
cathode,
vital
component
batteries,
undergoes
chemical
electrochemical
reactions
at
its
surface
that
directly
impact
battery's
density,
lifespan,
power
output,
safety.
Despite
increasing
density
cathodes
commonly
encounter
surface‐side
with
electrolyte
exhibit
low
conductivity,
which
hinder
utility
high‐power
energy‐storage
applications.
Surface
engineering
has
compelling
strategy
address
these
challenges.
This
paper
meticulously
examines
principles
progress
cathode
materials,
providing
insights
into
potential
advancements
charting
trajectory
practical
implementation.
National Science Review,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(9)
Published: Aug. 5, 2024
ABSTRACT
Ni-rich
LiNixCoyMnzO2
(NCMxyz,
x
+
y
z
=
1,
≥
0.8)
layered
oxide
materials
are
considered
the
main
cathode
for
high-energy-density
Li-ion
batteries.
However,
endless
cracking
of
polycrystalline
NCM
caused
by
stress
accelerates
loss
active
and
electrolyte
decomposition,
limiting
cycle
life.
Hence,
understanding
chemo-mechanical
evolution
during
(de)lithiation
is
crucial
to
performance
improvement.
In
this
work,
an
optical
fiber
with
με
resolution
designed
in
operando
detect
a
LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2
(P-NCM811)
cycling.
By
integrating
sensor
inside
cathode,
variation
P-NCM811
completely
transferred
fiber.
We
find
that
anisotropy
primary
particles
leads
appearance
structural
stress,
inducing
formation
microcracks
particles,
which
reason
capacity
decay.
The
isotropy
reduces
eliminating
generation
microcracks.
Accordingly,
ordered
arrangement
structure
delivered
high
electrochemical
retention
82%
over
500
cycles.
This
work
provides
brand-new
perspective
regard
battery
operation,
guides
design
electrode
rechargeable
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 7, 2024
Abstract
The
burgeoning
field
of
energy
storage
battery
innovation
has
sparked
a
relentless
pursuit
high‐capacity
anode
materials
to
meet
the
escalating
demand
for
improved
density.
Typically,
these
batteries
experience
significant
volume
changes
during
cycles,
which
severely
test
structural
integrity
and
lifespan
electrode
configurations.
High‐performance
binders
have
emerged
as
critical
component
in
addressing
this
challenge.
Although
they
represent
small
proportion
battery's
composition,
play
pivotal
role
enhancing
electrochemical
efficiency,
safety,
cost‐effectiveness
batteries.
advancement
rendered
traditional
inadequate,
prompting
development
functional
that
are
increasingly
being
refined
requirements.
This
article
began
by
outlining
requirements
within
electrodes,
examining
cutting‐edge
characterization
methodologies,
discussing
“structure‐function”
paradigm
underpins
binder
selection.
It
then
showcased
research
advancements
identifying
suitable
materials,
including
silicon
(Si),
phosphorus
(P),
tin
(Sn),
antimony
(Sb),
germanium
(Ge).
In
summary,
contemplated
future
direction
application
materials.
aim
is
facilitate
progression
high‐performance,
anodes,
thereby
accelerating
high‐energy‐density
lithium‐ion
sodium‐ion
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 28, 2025
Abstract
LiMn
2
O
4
and
LiFePO
materials
are
widely
applied
in
electric
vehicles
energy
storage.
Currently,
spent
recycling
is
challenged
by
long
process,
high
consumption,
poor
economy
due
to
the
indispensable
metal
separation
their
recycling.
Aiming
at
this
challenge,
an
upcycling
of
low‐value
cathode
high‐value
high‐voltage
lithium
ferromanganese
phosphate
(LMFP)
simple
leaching
hydrothermal
reaction
proposed,
LMFP
material
with
ultrahigh
rate
capability
reversibility
its
homogenized
element
distribution,
well‐defined
nanorods
particles,
short
Fe/Mn─O
bond
average
Li─O
length
regenerated.
The
initial
discharge
capacity
reaches
144.2
mAh
g
−1
87%
retention
after
1000
cycles
1
C.
Even
cycling
5
C,
a
136.9
86.4%
achieved
cycles.
Kinetics
analysis
characterizations
regenerated
further
reveal
fast
diffusion
ability
stable
structure.
This
work
sheds
light
on
potential
value
regeneration
offers
economic
strategy
for
materials.
