ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(2), P. 3172 - 3179
Published: Dec. 30, 2024
To
advance
off-grid
energy
solutions,
developing
flexible
photobatteries
capable
of
direct
light
charging
is
essential.
This
study
presents
an
innovative
photobattery
architecture
that
incorporates
zinc
oxide
(ZnO2)
as
electron-transporting
and
hole-blocking
layer,
combined
with
a
hybrid
methylammonium
tin
iodide
composite
poly-triarylamine
(MASnI3/PTAA)
for
absorption
hole
transport.
PTAA
facilitates
efficient
transport
to
the
anode,
thereby
enhancing
charge
separation
reducing
recombination
losses.
The
MASnI3
perovskite
serves
effective
sunlight
absorber,
generating
carriers.
ZnO2,
known
its
high
chemical
stability
rapid
electron
mobility,
effectively
blocks
holes
ensures
swift
flow
cathode,
which
optimizes
overall
transfer
dynamics.
refined
structure
achieves
photoconversion
efficiency
enhancement
up
0.53%
retains
approximately
98%
capacity
after
700
cycles.
optimized
MASnI3/PTAA/ZnO2
demonstrates
3-fold
reduction
in
time,
positioning
it
strong
candidate
practical,
light-rechargeable
storage
applications.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 18, 2025
Abstract
The
advancement
of
photo‐assisted
rechargeable
sodium‐metal
batteries
with
high
energy
efficiency,
lightweight
structure,
and
simplified
design
is
crucial
for
the
growing
demand
in
portable
electronics.
However,
addressing
intrinsic
safety
concerns
liquid
electrolytes
sluggish
reaction
kinetics
existing
photoelectrochemical
storage
cathodes
(PSCs)
remains
a
significant
challenge.
In
this
work,
functionalized
light‐driven
composite
solid
electrolyte
(CSE)
fillers
are
systematically
screened,
optimized
PSC
materials
employed
to
construct
advanced
solid‐state
battery
(PSSMB).
To
further
enhance
mechanical
properties
poly(ethylene
oxide)
compatibility
CSE,
natural
lignocellulose
incorporated,
enabling
fabrication
flexible
PSSMBs.
situ
tests
density
functional
theory
calculations
reveal
that
electric
field
facilitated
sodium
salt
dissociation,
reduced
interfacial
resistance,
improved
ionic
conductivity
(0.1
mS
cm
−1
).
Meanwhile,
energy‐level
matching
maximized
utilization
photogenerated
carriers,
accelerating
enhancing
interface
between
cathode.
resulting
pouch‐type
PSSMB
demonstrates
remarkable
discharge
capacity
117
mAh
g
outstanding
long‐term
cycling
stability,
retaining
89.1%
its
achieving
an
efficiency
96.8%
after
300
cycles
at
1
C.
This
study
highlights
versatile
strategy
advancing
safe,
high‐performance
batteries.
Carbon Neutrality,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
3(1)
Published: Sept. 11, 2024
Abstract
Solar
energy
is
clean,
green,
and
virtually
limitless.
Yet
its
intermittent
nature
necessitates
the
use
of
efficient
storage
systems
to
achieve
effective
harnessing
utilization
solar
energy.
Solar-to-electrochemical
represents
an
important
pathway.
Photo-rechargeable
electrochemical
technologies,
that
are
directly
charged
by
light,
can
offer
a
novel
approach
in
addressing
unpredictable
surpluses
deficits
associated
with
Recent
researches
direct
light
charge
batteries
supercapacitors
have
demonstrated
significant
potentials.
In
this
review,
we
will
provide
comprehensive
overview
photo-rechargeable
aqueous
Zn-based
technologies.
We
also
highlight
research
advancements
electrode
design,
materials
chemistry,
performance,
application
prospects
Zn-ion
capacitors,
batteries,
Zn-air
batteries.
Lastly,
insights
into
opportunities
future
directions
achieving
high-performing
systems.
Advanced Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: July 19, 2024
Integration
of
solar
cell
and
secondary
battery
cannot
only
promote
energy
application
but
also
improve
the
electrochemical
performance
battery.
Lithium-sulfur
(LSB)
is
an
ideal
candidate
for
photoassisted
batteries
owing
to
its
high
theoretical
capacity.
Unfortunately,
researches
related
combination
LSB
are
relatively
lacking.
Herein,
a
freestanding
photoelectrode
developed
lithium-sulfur
(PALSB)
by
constructing
heterogeneous
structured
Au@N-TiO
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
34(51)
Published: Aug. 25, 2024
Abstract
The
depletion
of
fossil
fuels
necessitates
the
efficient
utilization
solar
energy
and
urgent
resolution
its
instability,
intermittency,
storage
challenges.
Photo‐rechargeable
batteries,
which
integrate
cells
batteries
to
convert
into
electricity
store
it
as
chemical
energy,
have
gradually
emerged
a
novel
research
direction
meet
demands
various
standalone
applications
such
building
facades,
mobile
transportation
devices,
outdoor
settings.
This
review
elucidates
device
structure,
working
principles,
key
parameters
photo‐rechargeable
batteries.
Furthermore,
battery
systems
lithium‐ion
battery,
lithium‐sulfur
sodium‐ion
zinc‐ion
aluminum‐ion
are
categorized
summarized,
detailing
their
composition,
operational
mechanisms,
photoelectric
performance.
Finally,
future
directions
delineated,
advocating
for
exploration
dual‐functional
materials
that
light
conversion
storage.
Specifically,
emphasis
is
placed
on
studying
compatibility
between
optical
materials,
investigating
new
operation
mechanisms
under
illumination
conditions,
considering
imperative
achieving
high
stability
overall
efficiency
enhance
performance,
elucidating
application
pathways
these
technologies.
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 11, 2024
Abstract
Solar
rechargeable
batteries
(SRBs),
as
an
emerging
technology
for
harnessing
solar
energy,
integrate
the
advantages
of
photochemical
devices
and
redox
to
synergistically
couple
dual‐functional
materials
capable
both
light
harvesting
activity.
This
enables
direct
solar‐to‐electrochemical
energy
storage
within
a
single
system.
However,
mismatch
in
levels
between
coupled
(PSMs)
occurrence
side
reactions
with
liquid
electrolytes
during
charge‐discharge
cycles
lead
decrease
conversion
efficiency.
impedes
advancement
SRBs.
review
comprehensively
discusses
latest
advancements
PSMs,
which
are
crucial
designing
advanced
It
delves
into
extensive
discussion
design
criteria
cathodes
(PSCs)
elucidates
operational
mechanism
Additionally,
it
further
performance,
efficiency,
long‐term
cycle
stability
SRBs
relation
photoelectronic
photothermal
mechanisms.
Finally,
outlook
on
primary
challenges
prospects
that
will
encounter
is
provided
offer
novel
insights
their
technological
advancement.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 25, 2025
Photoassisted
lithium-sulfur
(Li-S)
batteries
offer
a
promising
approach
to
enhance
the
catalytic
transformation
kinetics
of
polysulfide.
However,
development
is
greatly
hindered
by
inadequate
photo
absorption
and
severe
photoexcited
carriers
recombination.
Herein,
photonic
crystal
sulfide
heterojunction
structure
designed
as
bifunctional
electrode
scaffold
for
photoassisted
Li-S
batteries.
Inverse
opal
(IO)
structures
utilize
slow
photon
effect
that
originates
from
their
adjustable
band
gaps,
giving
them
distinctive
optical
response
characteristics.
The
incorporation
SnS/ZnS
within
these
IO
frameworks
further
broadens
light
spectrum
enhances
charge
transfer
process.
This
efficient
hybrid
not
only
adsorption
conversion
polysulfides
at
cathode
but
also
induces
uniform
Li
nucleation
anode.
These
contribute
full
output
high
reversible
capability
1072
mAh
g-1
maintain
stable
cycling
50
cycles.
Additionally,
specific
capacity
698.8
still
obtained
even
under
sulfur
loading
up
4
mg
cm-2.
present
strategy
on
battery
properties
can
be
extended
rationally
construct
other
energy
storage
devices.
Small,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 26, 2025
In
response
to
the
rapid
evolution
of
global
socio-economic
landscape,
there
arises
an
urgent
need
explore
alternative
energy
sources
as
replacements
for
fossil
fuels.
Among
these
alternatives,
integrated
photovoltaic
storage
system,
a
novel
solution
combining
solar
harnessing
and
capabilities,
garners
significant
attention
compared
traditional
separated
system.
This
review
starts
with
detailed
analysis
photoelectric
conversion
mechanism
underlying
systems.
Subsequently,
categorization
active
materials
employed
in
systems
is
presented,
alongside
comprehensive
summary
current
applications
various
The
findings
presented
this
work
offer
valuable
insights
into
future
potential
next-generation
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 25, 2025
Abstract
Solid‐state
electrolytes
are
demonstrated
great
inhibition
effect
on
cathodic
dissolution
and
anodic
side
reactions
in
zinc‐ion
batteries.
In
this
work,
a
novel
zeolite‐based
solid
electrolyte
(Zeolite‐Zn)
enriched
with
zinc
ions,
high
ionic
conductivity
(2.54
mS
cm
−1
)
Zn
2+
transference
number
(0.866)
is
prepared
through
ion‐exchange
strategy.
Owing
to
the
anhydrous
characteristic,
Zeolite‐Zn
effectively
extends
electrochemical
window
2.5
V
inhibits
hydrogen
evolution
reaction.
As
for
Zn||Zeolite‐Zn||NH
4
O
10
batteries,
high‐capacity
retention
rate
of
84.9%
can
be
achieved
after
1010
cycles
at
0.5
A
g
.
Even
temperature
60
°C,
NH
cathode
able
maintain
reversible
capacity
239.2
mAh
110
cycles,
which
attributed
superior
structural
stability,
weak
interfacial
reaction,
low
migration
barrier,
inhibited
vanadium
electrolyte.
addition,
as‐fabricated
Zn||Zeolite‐Zn||AC@I
2
batteries
have
also
brilliant
performances,
suggesting
its
promising
potential
practical
application
zinc‐based
secondary
This
study
provides
mechanistic
insights
inspiration
original
design
inorganic
electrolytes.
