The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 12234 - 12242
Published: Dec. 5, 2024
Constructing
a
dense
inorganic
component-dominated
cathode
electrolyte
interphase
(CEI)
to
meet
the
long-term
cycling
requirements
of
ultrahigh
voltage
cathodes
has
been
crucial
challenge.
Nevertheless,
this
goal
is
difficult
achieve
in
traditional
compositions
due
inevitable
decomposition
organic
solvents.
Herein,
by
utilizing
localized
mismatch
between
strongly
coordinating
hexafluorophosphate
anion
(PF6–)
and
weakly
solvent
1,1,1-trifluoro-N,N-dimethylmethanesulfonamide
(TFDMSA),
abundant
aggregates
(AGGs)
emerged
under
regular
Li
salt
concentration
1
m
lithium
bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide
(LiFSI)
+
0.1
LiPF6
TFDMSA.
This
anion-rich
Li+
solvation
structure
results
an
inorganic-dominated
LiF-rich
CEI
suppress
phase
transitions
lithium-rich
manganese-based
materials
(LLMO).
Consequently,
prepared
LLMO||Li
half-cells
demonstrate
capacity
retention
80.7%
after
350
cycles
at
4.8
V.
work
advances
practical
application
new
systems
proposing
approach
construct
anion-dominated
structures
local
environments.
RSC Advances,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(10), P. 7995 - 8018
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
This
review
examines
the
limitations
of
LIBs
at
low
temperatures,
discusses
advancements
in
electrolyte
components
and
novel
formulations,
proposes
future
strategies
to
improve
performance
under
extreme
conditions.
Journal of the American Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 6, 2025
Weakly
solvating
electrolytes
(WSE)
can
favor
reversible
Na
batteries
at
-40
°C
for
some
extreme
applications
because
of
the
low
desolvation
energy.
However,
it
is
challenging
to
enable
lower
temperatures.
Herein,
we
uncover
that
ionic
conductivity
WSE
reduces
reaction
kinetics
-60
°C.
Accordingly,
a
highly
conductive
weakly
electrolyte
(HCWSE)
designed
by
introducing
additives
strongly
solvents
and
dilution
NaPF6.
The
additive
dominate
solvation
sheath,
increase
dissociation
NaPF6
fluidity
electrolyte,
thus
greatly
improve
conductivity.
Furthermore,
binding
energy
between
Na+
proposed
as
descriptor
determine
power
solvents,
based
on
which
series
ultralow-temperature
HCWSEs
have
been
topologically
facilely
strong-solvation
ether
into
weak-solvation
solvents.
As
demonstration,
HCWSE
showcases
long
cycling
Na||Na
cell
with
an
overpotential
42
mV
under
1
mA
cm-2
1200
h.
Na||NNFM
(Na0.75Ni0.25Fe0.25Mn0.5O2)
exhibits
capacity
79.2
mAh
g-1
after
160
cycles.
cells
also
achieve
impressive
performances
-70
EcoEnergy,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 12, 2025
Abstract
Over
the
past
few
decades,
significant
advancements
have
been
made
in
development
of
low‐temperature
liquid
electrolytes
for
lithium
batteries
(LBs).
Ongoing
exploration
is
crucial
further
enhancing
performance
these
batteries.
Solvation
chemistry
plays
a
dominant
role
determining
properties
electrolyte,
significantly
affecting
LBs
at
low
temperatures
(LTs).
This
review
introduces
solvation
structures
and
their
impact,
discussing
how
promote
fast
desolvation
processes
contribute
to
improvement
battery
performance.
Additionally,
various
solvent
strategies
are
highlighted
refine
LTs,
including
use
linear
cyclic
ethers/esters,
as
well
functional
groups
within
solvents.
The
also
summarizes
impact
salts
containing
organic/inorganic
anions
on
chemistry.
Characterization
techniques
discussed,
providing
comprehensive
analysis
that
offers
valuable
insights
developing
next‐generation
ensure
reliable
across
wide
temperature
range.
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 26, 2025
Abstract
Sodium‐ion
batteries
are
applied
to
cold‐resistant
energy
storage
hindered
by
phase
transitions
and
sluggish
Na
+
migration
of
traditional
carbonate‐based
electrolytes
at
low
temperatures.
The
desolvation
is
a
crucial
step
in
impeding
the
transport
,
which
primarily
attributes
robust
solvent
coordination
.
Herein,
low‐temperature
adaptive
electrolyte
with
an
ultraweakly
coordinated
1,3‐dioxolane
(DOL)
designed
for
constructing
anion‐rich
solvation
structure
diglyme
(G2)‐based
electrolyte.
electronegativity
oxygen
atoms
G2
attenuated
dipole‐dipole
interaction
between
DOL
G2.
As
temperature
drops,
weakened
‒O
(G2)
leads
increased
anionic
less
coordination,
facilitating
This
anionic‐enhanced
contributes
formation
stable
solid
interface
hard
carbon
(HC)
anode,
accelerates
diminishing
voltage
polarization
Consequently,
HC
anode
can
retain
high
capacity
203.9
mAh
g
‒1
(1
C)
‒50
°C,
pouch
cell
composed
HC||Na
3
V
2
(PO
4
)
‒30
°C
achieves
retention
92.43%
after
100
cycles
0.1
C.
strategy
guides
design
ultra‐low
broadens
range
applications
sodium‐ion
batteries.
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 29, 2025
Abstract
Sodium‐ion
batteries
(SIBs)
hold
tremendous
potential
in
next‐generation
energy
storage.
However,
no
SIB
has
yet
achieved
simultaneous
support
for
high
voltage,
rapid
charging,
and
all‐climate
adaptability
due
to
electrolyte
limitations.
This
study
successfully
constructs
versatile
SIBs
using
an
optimized
acetonitrile
(AN)‐based
electrolyte,
which
offers
excellent
high‐voltage
tolerance,
ionic
conductivity,
anion‐enriched
solvation
structure,
a
wide
liquidus
temperature
range.
The
engineered
solid
interphase
(SEI)
exhibits
low
resistance
exceptional
stability,
effectively
supporting
fast
temperature‐adaptive
operation,
long‐term
cycling
stability.
Consequently,
this
tailored
combined
with
robust
SEI,
enables
hard
carbon
(HC)
anodes
achieve
reversible
capacity
of
223
mAh
g
−1
at
rate
5
C.
When
paired
NaNi
1/3
Fe
Mn
O
2
(NFM)
cathode,
the
HC||NFM
full
cells
operate
stably
cut‐off
voltage
4.15
V,
sustaining
over
1400
cycles
Furthermore,
practical
3
Ah
pouch
cell
demonstrates
retaining
90.7%
its
after
1000
cycles,
shows
adaptability,
maintaining
56.4%
room‐temperature
−60
°C
97.3%
retention
350
50
°C.
work
provides
valuable
insights
developing
advanced
electrolytes
SIBs.
Chemical Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Solvation
structures
significantly
affect
electrolyte
kinetics,
with
notable
enhancements
from
CIPs
to
SSIPs
AGGs.
Electrolytes
such
as
DOL
Ele.,
abundant
AGGs,
facilitate
ion
transport
and
desolvation
through
a
hopping-assisted
mechanism.
Small,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 22, 2024
The
electrolytes
in
energy-dense
lithium
metal
batteries
(LMBs)
face
the
challenge
of
being
compatible
with
both
anode
and
high
voltage
cathodes.
Adjusting
solvation
structures
by
regulating
interaction
between
ions
solvents
is
an
effective
strategy
to
improve
stability
LMBs.
Herein,
trifluoroacetate
(LiTFA)
endowed
donor
number
introduced
into
ether-based
as
additive
regulate
structure
further
stabilize
interphase
well
accelerate
interfacial
kinetic
Due
strong
TFA