Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 6, 2024
The
unstable
electrolyte-anode
interface,
plagued
by
parasitic
side
reactions
and
uncontrollable
dendrite
growth,
severely
hampers
the
practical
implementation
of
aqueous
zinc-ion
batteries.
To
address
these
challenges,
we
developed
a
regenerated
cellulose-based
artificial
interphase
with
synergistically
optimized
structure
surface
chemistry
on
Zn
anode
(RC@Zn),
using
facile
molecular
chain
rearrangement
strategy.
This
RC
features
drastically
increased
amorphous
region
more
exposed
active
hydroxyl
groups,
facilitating
rapid
Journal of the American Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
146(22), P. 15496 - 15505
Published: May 24, 2024
The
practical
application
of
aqueous
zinc-ion
batteries
(AZIBs)
is
greatly
challenged
by
rampant
dendrites
and
pestilent
side
reactions
resulting
from
an
unstable
Zn–electrolyte
interphase.
Herein,
we
report
the
construction
a
reliable
superstructured
solid
electrolyte
interphase
for
stable
Zn
anodes
using
mesoporous
polydopamine
(2D-mPDA)
platelets
as
building
blocks.
shows
biomimetic
nacre's
"brick-and-mortar"
structure
artificial
transmembrane
channels
hexagonally
ordered
mesopores
in
plane,
overcoming
mechanical
robustness
ionic
conductivity
trade-off.
Experimental
results
simulations
reveal
that
−OH
−NH
groups
on
surface
ion
can
promote
rapid
desolvation
kinetics
serve
sieve
to
homogenize
Zn2+
flux,
thus
inhibiting
ensuring
uniform
deposition
without
dendrites.
2D-mPDA@Zn
electrode
achieves
ultralow
nucleation
potential
35
mV
maintains
Coulombic
efficiency
99.8%
over
1500
cycles
at
5
mA
cm–2.
Moreover,
symmetric
battery
exhibits
prolonged
lifespan
580
h
high
current
density
20
This
also
demonstrates
feasibility
Zn//VO2
full
cells
paves
new
route
rechargeable
metal-ion
batteries.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(33), P. 21779 - 21803
Published: Aug. 12, 2024
Aqueous
zinc-ion
batteries
(AZIBs)
are
widely
regarded
as
desirable
energy
storage
devices
due
to
their
inherent
safety
and
low
cost.
Hydrogel
polymer
electrolytes
(HPEs)
cross-linked
polymers
filled
with
water
zinc
salts.
They
not
only
used
in
flexible
but
also
represent
an
ideal
electrolyte
candidate
for
addressing
the
issues
associated
Zn
anode,
including
dendrite
formation
side
reactions.
In
HPEs,
abundance
of
hydrophilic
groups
can
form
strong
hydrogen
bonds
molecules,
reducing
activity
inhibiting
decomposition.
At
same
time,
special
Nature Communications,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: Jan. 25, 2025
The
advancement
of
aqueous
zinc-based
batteries
is
greatly
restricted
by
zinc
dendrites.
One
potential
solution
to
this
challenge
lies
in
the
employment
high-modulus
separators.
However,
achieving
both
high
modulus
and
large
ionic
conductivity
a
single
separator
remains
formidable
task.
Inspired
wood
architecture,
study
breaks
trade-off
designing
an
anisotropic
biodegradable
separator.
This
design
significantly
improves
along
oriented
direction
while
simultaneously
facilitating
fast
Zn2+
ion
transport
through
aligned
vertical
channels.
Additionally,
configuration
resolves
contradiction
between
low
thickness
good
dendrite-inhibition
capability.
These
benefits
are
supported
finite
element
simulations
comprehensive
experimental
validation,
which
also
underscore
critical
role
enhancement
for
By
employing
separator,
prolonged
life
span
realized
Zn||Zn
cells,
with
improved
cyclability
full
batteries.
work
presents
strategy
modification
towards
dendrite-free
metal
plays
crucial
mitigating
dendrites
side
reactions
zinc-ion
Here,
authors
break
ability.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(25), P. 16063 - 16090
Published: June 13, 2024
Aqueous
zinc-ion
batteries
(AZIBs)
have
emerged
as
one
of
the
most
promising
candidates
for
next-generation
energy
storage
devices
due
to
their
outstanding
safety,
cost-effectiveness,
and
environmental
friendliness.
However,
practical
application
zinc
metal
anodes
(ZMAs)
faces
significant
challenges,
such
dendrite
growth,
hydrogen
evolution
reaction,
corrosion,
passivation.
Fortunately,
rapid
rise
nanomaterials
has
inspired
solutions
addressing
these
issues
associated
with
ZMAs.
Nanomaterials
unique
structural
features
multifunctionality
can
be
employed
modify
ZMAs,
effectively
enhancing
interfacial
stability
cycling
reversibility.
Herein,
an
overview
failure
mechanisms
ZMAs
is
presented,
latest
research
progress
in
protecting
comprehensively
summarized,
including
electrode
structures,
layers,
electrolytes,
separators.
Finally,
a
brief
summary
optimistic
perspective
are
given
on
development
This
review
provides
valuable
reference
rational
design
efficient
promotion
large-scale
AZIBs.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
34(46)
Published: July 17, 2024
Abstract
VO
2
is
considered
as
one
of
the
most
likely
cathode
materials
to
be
commercialized
for
large‐scale
application
in
AZIBs
and
at
forefront
aqueous
batteries,
but
its
lower
electrical
conductivity,
slower
Zn
2+
mobility,
well
voltage
degradation
structural
collapse
due
vanadium
solubilization
have
limited
further
development.
Herein,
a
Co‐substitution
engineering
strategy
proposed,
which
introducing
heteroatom
Co
doping
substitution
oxygen
vacancy
stabilize
structure
promote
ionic/electronic
leading
an
enhanced
ion
storage
behavior.
The
Co‐substituted
(Co
0.03
V
0.97
O
2‐x
,
denote
v
‐CoVO)
reported
this
paper,
inhibits
dissolution
AZIBs,
even
acetionitrile
system.
DFT
calculations
show
that
‐CoVO
has
more
stable
faster
electronic/ionic
conductivity.
Consequently,
‐CoVO||ZnOTF||Zn
battery
(aqueous)
can
deliver
remarkable
capacity
475
mAh
g
−1
0.2
A
with
99.1%
retention
after
200
cycles,
still
maintains
excellent
cycling
stability
‐CoVO||ZnTFSI||Zn
(acetionitrile
electrolyte)
0.1
.
In
addition,
compared
charge
transfer
resistance
iffusion
coefficient
are
significantly
enhanced.
This
work
broadens
scope
research
high
performance
ZIBs.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
63(21)
Published: March 23, 2024
Abstract
Hydrogels
hold
great
promise
as
electrolytes
for
emerging
aqueous
batteries,
which
establishing
a
robust
electrode‐hydrogel
interface
is
crucial
mitigating
side
reactions.
Conventional
hydrogel
fabricated
by
ex
situ
polymerization
through
either
thermal
stimulation
or
photo
exposure
cannot
ensure
complete
interfacial
contact
with
electrodes.
Herein,
we
introduce
an
in
electropolymerization
approach
constructing
electrolytes.
The
spontaneously
generated
during
the
initial
cycling
of
battery,
eliminating
need
additional
initiators
polymerization.
involvement
electrodes
synthesis
yields
well‐bonded
and
deep
infiltrated
electrode‐electrolyte
interfaces.
As
case
study,
attest
that,
situ‐formed
polyanionic
Zn‐MnO
2
battery
substantially
improves
stability
kinetics
both
Zn
anode
porous
MnO
cathode
owing
to
This
research
provides
insight
function
electrolyte
interfaces
constitutes
critical
advancement
designing
highly
durable
batteries.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: July 8, 2024
Abstract
Aqueous
zinc‐ion
batteries
compatible
with
a
wide
temperature
range
and
long
cycle
lifespan
show
great
application
prospects
but
are
greatly
limited
by
the
unstable
electrode‐electrolyte
interfaces
mismatched
electrolytes.
This
report
presents
pathway
of
succinamic
acid
(SA)
additive‐induced
built‐in
trimodal
molecular
interaction
for
constructing
sustainable
aqueous
zinc
batteries.
As
confirmed,
such
falls
into
following
patterns:
binding
state
H─F
bond
between
SA
polyvinylidene
fluoride
(PVDF)
binder,
micellar
aggregation
in
electrolyte,
spontaneous
adsorption
at
Zn
anode–electrolyte
interface.
Benefiting
from
above
synergistic
effect,
electrode
shows
highly
reversible
deposition/stripping
behavior
over
(−10–50
°C)
when
paired
optimized
electrolyte.
Specially,
an
impressive
3530
h‐cycle
symmetrical
cell
is
achieved
conditions
1
mA
cm
−2
mAh
.
Beyond
that,
significantly
improved
storage
capability
performance
demonstrated
both
Zn‐MnO
2
Zn‐I
Given
good
balance
working
range,
ionic
conductivity,
2+
transfer
number
this
trace
molecule‐mediated
design
paradigm
provides
new
insights
developing
advanced
batteries,
including
not
to
zinc‐based
systems.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
63(51)
Published: Aug. 28, 2024
Designing
solid
electrolyte
is
deemed
as
an
effective
approach
to
suppress
the
side
reaction
of
zinc
anode
and
active
material
dissolution
cathodes
in
liquid
electrolytes
for
metal
batteries
(ZMBs).
Herein,
kaolin
comprehensively
investigated
raw
prepare
(KL-Zn)
ZMBs.
As
demonstrated,
KL-Zn
excellent
electronic
insulator
ionic
conductor,
which
presents
wide
voltage
window
2.73
V,
high
conductivity
5.08
mS
cm
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 29, 2024
The
reversibility
and
stability
of
aqueous
zinc-ion
batteries
(AZIBs)
are
largely
limited
by
water-induced
interfacial
parasitic
reactions.
Here,
dimethyl(3,3-difluoro-2-oxoheptyl)phosphonate
(DP)
is
introduced
to
tailor
primary
solvation
sheath
inner-Helmholtz
configurations
for
robust
zinc
anode.
Informed
theoretical
guidance
on
process,
DP
with
high
permanent
dipole
moments
can
effectively
substitute
the
coordination
H
