Small,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
20(30)
Published: March 19, 2024
Abstract
Zn
dendrite
growth
and
side
reactions
restrict
the
practical
use
of
anode.
Herein,
design
a
novel
3D
hierarchical
structure
is
demonstrated
with
self–zincophilic
dual–protection
constructed
by
ZnO
nanoparticles
immobilized
on
carbon
fibers
(ZnO/Zn⊂CF)
as
versatile
host
surface.
The
unique
frameworks
abundant
zinc
nucleation
storage
sites
can
alleviate
structural
stress
during
plating/stripping
process
overpower
moderating
2+
flux.
Moreover,
given
dual
protection
design,
it
reduce
contact
area
between
active
electrolyte,
inhibiting
hydrogen
evolution
reactions.
Importantly,
density
functional
theory
calculations
experimental
results
confirm
that
introduced
O
atoms
in
ZnO/Zn⊂CF
enhance
interaction
overpotential.
As
expected,
ZnO/Zn⊂CF–Zn
electrode
exhibits
stable
low
polarization
for
4200
h
at
0.2
mA
cm
−2
mAh
.
Furthermore,
symmetrical
cell
displays
significantly
long
cycling
life
over
1800
h,
even
30
fabricated
full
cells
also
show
impressive
performance
when
coupled
V
2
3
cathodes.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
62(51)
Published: Nov. 6, 2023
The
parasitic
side
reaction
on
Zn
anode
is
the
key
issue
which
hinders
development
of
aqueous
Zn-based
energy
storage
systems
power-grid
applications.
Here,
a
polymer
additive
(PMCNA)
engineered
by
copolymerizing
2-methacryloyloxyethyl
phosphorylcholine
(MPC)
and
N-acryloyl
glycinamide
(NAGA)
was
employed
to
regulate
deposition
environment
for
satisfying
inhibition
performance
during
long-term
cycling
with
high
utilization.
PMCNA
can
preferentially
adsorb
metal
surface
form
uniform
protective
layer
effective
water
molecule
repelling
resistance.
In
addition,
guide
nucleation
along
002
plane
further
dendrite
suppression.
Consequently,
enable
Zn//Zn
battery
an
ultrahigh
depth
discharge
(DOD)
90.0
%
over
420
h,
Zn//active
carbon
(AC)
capacitor
long
lifespan,
Zn//PANI
utilization
51.3
at
low
N/P
ratio
2.6.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
34(8)
Published: Nov. 12, 2023
Abstract
The
electrochemical
performance
of
aqueous
zinc
metal
batteries
(AZMBs)
is
highly
dependent
on
the
electric
double
layer
(EDL)
properties
at
Zn
electrode/electrolyte
interface.
Herein,
a
novel
reconfigured
EDL
constructed
via
double‐charged
theanine
(TN)
additive
for
super‐stable
and
deep‐rechargeable
AZMBs.
Experiments
theoretical
computations
unravel
that
positively
charged
TN
not
only
serves
as
preferential
anchor
to
form
water‐poor
Helmholtz
plane
onto
anode,
but
also
its
anionic
end
could
coordinate
with
2+
tailor
solvation
structure
in
diffusion
further
reconstruct
inner
H‐bonds
networks,
thus
effectively
guiding
uniform
deposition
suppressing
water‐induced
side
reactions.
Consequently,
Zn//Zn
cells
acquire
outstanding
cycling
stabilities
nearly
800
h
high
depth
discharge
80%.
Moreover,
Zn//VOX
full
deliver
substantial
capacity
retention
(94.12%
after
1400
cycles
2
A
g
−1
)
under
practical
conditions.
Importantly,
designed
2.7
Ah
pouch
cell
harvests
recorded
energy
density
42.3
Wh
Kg
79.5
L
–1
,
remarkable
85.93%
220
50
mA
.
This
innovative
design
concept
reshape
chemistry
would
inject
fresh
vitality
into
developing
advanced
AZMBs
beyond.
Nano-Micro Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: Jan. 4, 2024
Aqueous
zinc
metal
batteries
(AZMBs)
are
promising
candidates
for
next-generation
energy
storage
due
to
the
excellent
safety,
environmental
friendliness,
natural
abundance,
high
theoretical
specific
capacity,
and
low
redox
potential
of
(Zn)
metal.
However,
several
issues
such
as
dendrite
formation,
hydrogen
evolution,
corrosion,
passivation
Zn
anodes
cause
irreversible
loss
active
materials.
To
solve
these
issues,
researchers
often
use
large
amounts
excess
ensure
a
continuous
supply
materials
anodes.
This
leads
ultralow
utilization
squanders
density
AZMBs.
Herein,
design
strategies
AZMBs
with
discussed
in
depth,
from
utilizing
thinner
foils
constructing
anode-free
structures
100%,
which
provides
comprehensive
guidelines
further
research.
Representative
methods
calculating
depth
discharge
different
first
summarized.
The
reasonable
modification
foil
anodes,
current
collectors
pre-deposited
Zn,
aqueous
(AF-AZMBs)
improve
then
detailed.
In
particular,
working
mechanism
AF-AZMBs
is
systematically
introduced.
Finally,
challenges
perspectives
high-utilization
presented.
Energy & Environmental Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(14), P. 4819 - 4846
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
This
review
provides
a
comprehensive
overview
detailing
the
advancements
in
desolvation
strategies
pertaining
to
aqueous
zinc-ion
batteries
(AZIBs)
performances,
addressing
applications
and
working
mechanisms
of
AZIBs.
Nano-Micro Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: Feb. 5, 2024
Developing
high-performance
aqueous
Zn-ion
batteries
from
sustainable
biomass
becomes
increasingly
vital
for
large-scale
energy
storage
in
the
foreseeable
future.
Therefore,
γ-MnO
Nano-Micro Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: Feb. 2, 2024
Aqueous
rechargeable
Zn-metal
batteries
(ARZBs)
are
considered
one
of
the
most
promising
candidates
for
grid-scale
energy
storage.
However,
their
widespread
commercial
application
is
largely
plagued
by
three
major
challenges:
The
uncontrollable
Zn
dendrites,
notorious
parasitic
side
reactions,
and
sluggish
Small,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
20(26)
Published: Jan. 17, 2024
Abstract
Designing
a
cost‐effective
and
multifunctional
separator
that
ensures
dendrite‐free
stable
Zn
metal
anode
remains
significant
challenge.
Herein,
cellulose‐based
is
presented
consisting
of
industrial
waste‐fly
ash
particles
cellulose
nanofiber
using
facile
solution‐coating
method.
The
resulting
fly
ash‐cellulose
(FACNF)
separators
enable
high
ion
conductivity
(5.76
mS
cm
−1
)
low
desolvation
energy
barrier
hydrated
2+
.
These
features
facilitate
fast
transfer
kinetics
inhibit
water‐induced
side
reactions.
Furthermore,
experimental
results
theoretical
simulations
confirm
the
presence
in
FACNF
effectively
accommodate
preferential
deposition
Zn(002)
planes,
due
to
weak
chemical
affinity
between
plane
ash,
mitigate
dendrite
formation
growth.
Consequently,
utilization
causes
an
impressive
cycling
performance
both
Zn||Zn
symmetric
cells
(1600
h
at
2
mA
−2
/1
mAh
Zn||(NH
4
V
10
O
25
(NVO)
full
(4000
cycles
with
capacity
retention
92.1%
5
A
g
).
assembled
pouch
can
steadily
support
digital
thermometer
over
two
months
without
generating
gas
volume
expansion.
This
work
provides
new
insights
for
achieving
crystallographic
uniformity
anodes
realizing
long‐lasting
aqueous
zinc‐ion
batteries
(AZIBs).
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(12)
Published: Feb. 19, 2024
Abstract
Aqueous
zinc‐ion
batteries
(AZIBs)
comprising
zinc
anodes
hold
intrinsic
safety
and
high
energy
density
ideally
for
distributed
large‐scale
storage,
thus
have
generated
intriguing
properties
increasing
research
interests.
Unlike
organic
batteries,
AZIBs
require
different,
sometimes
even
opposite
design
principles
preparation
strategies
in
solvent,
electrolyte,
separator.
This
is
especially
true
the
polymer
materials
that
are
widely
used
as
critical
components
stabilizing
metal
functioning
high‐performance
safe
cathode
materials.
review
discusses
explicit
compositional
structural
requisite
of
polymeric
AZIBs,
with
an
emphasis
on
exclusive
molecular
structure–property
relationship
governs
stability,
reversibility,
capacity
these
devices.
The
usage
polymers
classified
into
five
categories
aligning
primary
architecture
AZIBs:
separators,
additives,
hydrogel
electrolytes,
coatings,
electrode
most
recent
advances
structure/property
interplay
by
novel
synthesis
techniques
targeting
stable
summarized
discussed.
challenges
perspectives
multifunctional
developing
also
proposed.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(29)
Published: May 8, 2024
The
practical
applications
for
aqueous
Zn
ion
batteries
(ZIBs)
are
promising
yet
still
impeded
by
the
severe
side
reactions
on
metal.
Here,
a
lysozyme
protective
layer
(LPL)
is
prepared
metal
surface
simple
and
facile
self-adsorption
strategy.
LPL
exhibits
extremely
strong
adhesion
to
provide
stable
interface
during
long-term
cycling.
In
addition,
strategy
triggered
hydrophobicity-induced
aggregation
effect
endows
with
gap-free
compacted
morphology
which
can
reject
free
water
effective
reaction
inhibition
performance.
More
importantly,
conformation
transformed
from
α-helix
β-sheet
structure
before
formation,
thus
abundant
functional
groups
exposed
interact