Chemical Communications,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
A
biphasic
Na5V3(PO4)2(P2O7)2/C
composite
is
developed
via
a
composition-regulation
strategy
as
an
ultrafast
cathode
for
rechargeable
sodium-ion
batteries.
It
achieves
high
practical
capacity
of
82.4
mA
h
g-1
at
the
large
current
1000
and
obtains
impressive
retention
88%
after
1500
cycles.
ACS Energy Letters,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 750 - 778
Published: Jan. 13, 2025
Fast-charging
technology,
which
reduces
charging
time
and
enhances
convenience,
is
attracting
attention.
Sodium-ion
batteries
(SIBs)
potassium-ion
(PIBs)
are
emerging
as
viable
alternatives
to
lithium-ion
(LIBs)
due
their
abundant
resources
low
cost.
However,
during
fast
discharging,
the
crystal
structures
of
cathode
materials
in
SIBs/PIBs
can
be
damaged,
negatively
impacting
performance,
lifespan,
capacity.
To
address
this,
there
a
need
explore
electrode
with
ultrahigh
rate
capabilities.
Prussian
Blue
its
analogues
(PB
PBAs)
have
shown
great
potential
for
both
SIBs
PIBs
unique
excellent
electrochemical
properties.
This
Review
examines
use
PBAs
PIBs,
focusing
on
fast-charging
(rate)
performance
commercialization
potential.
Through
systematic
analysis
discussion,
we
hope
provide
practical
guidance
developing
contributing
advancement
widespread
adoption
green
energy
technologies.
Carbon Energy,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 19, 2025
ABSTRACT
Hard
carbons
are
promising
anode
materials
for
sodium‐ion
batteries
(SIBs),
but
they
face
challenges
in
balancing
rate
capability,
specific
capacity,
and
initial
Coulombic
efficiency
(ICE).
Direct
pyrolysis
of
the
precursor
often
fails
to
create
a
suitable
structure
storage.
Molecular‐level
control
graphitization
with
open
channels
Na
+
ions
is
crucial
high‐performance
hard
carbon,
whereas
closed
pores
play
key
role
improving
low‐voltage
(<
0.1
V)
plateau
capacity
carbon
anodes
SIBs.
However,
creation
these
presents
significant
challenges.
This
work
proposes
zinc
gluconate‐assisted
catalytic
carbonization
strategy
regulate
numerous
nanopores
simultaneously.
As
temperature
increases,
trace
amounts
remain
as
single
atoms
featuring
uniform
coordination
structure.
mitigates
risk
electrochemically
irreversible
sites
enhances
transport
rates.
The
resulting
shows
an
excellent
reversible
348.5
mAh
g
−1
at
30
mA
high
ICE
92.84%.
Furthermore,
sodium
storage
mechanism
involving
“adsorption–intercalation–pore
filling”
elucidated,
providing
insights
into
pore
dynamic
pore‐filling
process.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(35), P. 24441 - 24457
Published: Aug. 22, 2024
The
synergistic
engineering
of
chemical
complexity
and
crystal
structures
has
been
applied
to
Prussian
blue
analogue
(PBA)
cathodes
in
this
work.
More
precisely,
the
high-entropy
concept
successfully
introduced
into
two
structure
types
identical
composition,
namely,
cubic
monoclinic.
Through
utilization
a
variety
complementary
characterization
techniques,
comprehensive
investigation
electrochemical
behavior
monoclinic
PBAs
conducted,
providing
nuanced
insights.
implementation
exhibits
crucial
selectivity
toward
intrinsic
structure.
Specifically,
while
overall
cycling
stability
both
cathode
systems
is
significantly
improved,
interplay
entropy
proves
particularly
significant.
After
optimization,
PBA
demonstrates
structural
advantages,
showcasing
good
reversibility,
minimal
capacity
loss,
high
thermal
stability,
unparalleled
endurance
even
under
harsh
conditions
(high
specific
current
temperature).
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(46), P. 32003 - 32015
Published: Nov. 11, 2024
Sodium-ion
batteries
(SIBs)
have
captured
widespread
attention
for
grid-scale
energy
storage
owing
to
the
wide
distribution
and
low
cost
of
sodium
resources.
Delivery
high
density
with
stable
retention
remains
a
challenge
in
developing
cathode
candidates
rechargeable
SIBs.
Inspired
by
concept
"cationic
potential",
here,
we
present
hierarchical
crystalline
domain
hexagonal
particles
target
chemical
composition
(Na
Carbon Neutralization,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
4(2)
Published: March 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
Sodium‐ion
batteries
(SIBs)
have
received
significant
interest
as
an
alternative
to
lithium‐ion
(LIBs)
due
the
abundant
availability
of
sodium,
low
cost,
and
enhanced
safety.
Among
various
cathode
materials
explored
for
SIBs,
iron‐based
cathodes
stand
out
promising
candidates
large‐scale
energy
storage
systems
their
affordability,
environmentally
friendly
nature,
non‐toxicity.
This
review
provides
a
comprehensive
overview
recent
advancements
in
Fe‐based
like
layered
oxides,
polyanionic
compounds,
Prussian
blue
analogs.
We
analyze
synthesis
techniques,
electrochemical
properties,
structural
features
assess
viability
SIB
applications.
The
impact
different
methods
on
performance
these
is
highlighted
underlying
mechanisms
are
examined.
Additionally,
strategies
enhance
key
such
density,
cycle
life,
conductivity
discussed.
also
address
main
technical
challenges
that
limit
practical
application
cathodes,
including
issues
with
stability
charge/discharge
performance.
In
conclusion,
this
presents
forward‐looking
perspective
design
next‐generation
SIBs.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 17, 2025
Abstract
Lithium‐ion
batteries
(LIBs)
have
been
widely
adopted
in
the
automotive
industry,
with
an
annual
global
production
exceeding
1000
GWh.
Despite
their
success,
escalating
demand
for
LIBs
has
created
concerns
on
supply
chain
issues
related
to
key
elements,
such
as
lithium,
cobalt,
and
nickel.
Sodium‐ion
(SIBs)
are
emerging
a
promising
alternative
due
high
abundance
low
cost
of
sodium
other
raw
materials.
Nevertheless,
commercialization
SIBs,
particularly
grid
storage
applications,
faces
significant
hurdles.
This
perspective
article
aims
identify
critical
challenges
making
SIBs
viable
from
both
chemical
techno‐economic
perspectives.
First,
brief
comparison
materials
chemistry,
working
mechanisms,
between
mainstream
LIB
systems
prospective
SIB
is
provided.
The
intrinsic
regarding
stability,
capacity
utilization,
cycle
calendar
life,
safe
operation
cathode,
electrolyte,
anode
discussed.
Furthermore,
scalability
material
production,
engineering
feasibility,
energy‐dense
electrode
design
fabrication
illustrated.
Finally,
pathways
listed
discussed
toward
achieving
high‐energy‐density,
stable,
cost‐effective
SIBs.