Langmuir,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 26, 2025
Zinc
corrosion,
hydrogen
evolution
reaction,
uneven
deposition,
and
dendrite
growth
on
the
zinc
anodes
are
key
factors
restraining
electrochemical
performance
cycling
stability
of
aqueous
zinc-ion
batteries.
In
this
study,
learned
from
synial
membrane,
a
tiny
amount
natural
amino
acid
β-alanine
(β-Ala,
0.089
wt
%)
was
introduced
as
additive
in
ZnSO4
electrolyte
for
strengthening
kinetics
anode
well
enhancing
ions
A
number
modern
surface
techniques
analyses
were
employed
to
reveal
fundamental
reasons
strengthened
by
β-Ala
electrolyte.
The
results
show
that
could
be
adsorbed
electrode
through
intermolecular
chelation,
which
might
regulate
chemical
environments
promote
uniform
deposition
ions.
Hence,
adsorption
film
suppress
reaction
formation
dendrites,
thereby
significantly
improving
deposition/stripping
process
anode.
particular,
strong
bonding
restrain
migration
H2O
molecules
approaching
surface,
preventing
invasion
water
surface.
Therefore,
addition
dilute
remarkably
prolong
life
span
Zn||Zn
symmetric
batteries
5000
h
under
1
mA
cm–2
mAh
cm–2,
450
5
3
at
298
K,
is
much
longer
than
zinc–zinc
cells
including
bare
(only
95
200
cm–2).
Furthermore,
found
improve
Zn||Cu
asymmetric
Zn||V2O5
full
cells.
This
study
provides
an
effective
method
engineering
electrolytes
inspire
rechargeable
selecting
ideal
biomolecules
additives.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 9, 2024
The
aqueous
zinc-ion
batteries
(AZIB)
have
emerged
as
a
promising
technology
in
the
realm
of
electrochemical
energy
storage.
Despite
its
potential
advantages
terms
safety,
cost-effectiveness,
and
inherent
AZIB
faces
significant
challenges.
Issues
attributed
to
unsupported
thermodynamics
non-uniform
distribution
deposition,
present
formidable
obstacles
that
necessitate
resolution.
To
tackle
these
challenges,
novel
strategy
adapting
hybrid
organic-inorganic
situ
derived
solid-to-hydrogel
electrolyte
interface
(StHEI)
has
been
developed
from
coordination
reactions
self-respiratory
process,
establishing
uniform
diffusion
channels
by
ion
bridges
accelerating
transport.
Self-respiratory
pattern
StHEI
realized
through
inorganic
component
conversion
further
prolongs
protecting
duration,
which
effectively
mitigates
corrosion
passivation
but
enhance
mechanical
properties
measured
Young's
modulus.
This
promotes
well-distributed
lines
within
Helmholtz
regions.
Zn
Energy & Fuels,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
38(13), P. 12212 - 12220
Published: June 19, 2024
Excessive
dendrite
formation
and
side
reactions
compromise
the
reversibility
stability
of
zinc
anodes,
obstructing
deployment
aqueous
zinc-ion
batteries.
An
economical,
yet
effective
solution
involves
deploying
electrolyte
additives
for
a
solid
interphase
(SEI)
on
metal
anodes.
Managing
to
fabricate
an
optimal
SEI
via
these
remains
challenging.
Here,
we
introduce
cost-effective
copper
sulfate
additive,
enabling
creation
multifunctional
copper–zinc
alloy
SEI.
The
SEI's
superior
electrical
conductivity,
zincophilic
sites,
ample
free
space,
elevated
surface
energy
facilitate
homogeneous
Zn
nucleation
deposition,
thereby
expediting
electrochemical
kinetics
mitigates
formation.
Additionally,
uniform
suppresses
corrosion
hydrogen
evolution
reaction,
augmenting
deposition/dissolution
reversibility.
Consequently,
Zn||Zn
symmetric
cells
with
additive
exhibiting
remarkable
cycling
over
5000
h
at
0.5
mA
cm–2,
extraordinary
average
Coulombic
efficiency
99.4%
lifespan
1600
stable
voltage
hysteresis
2
cm–2
cm–2.
This
study
proposes
suitable
high-performance
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Aug. 29, 2024
Abstract
As
one
of
the
most
promising
anodes
for
aqueous
batteries,
Zn
metal
faces
uncontrollable
side
reactions
and
deleterious
dendrite
growth,
which
drastically
compromise
its
cycle
life
coulombic
efficiency
(CE).
In
this
work,
a
bi‐functional
environmentally‐friendly
high‐performance
electrolyte
is
prepared
by
introducing
maleic
anhydride
(MA)
as
an
additive.
situ/ex
situ
experiments
simulation
indicate
that
MA
can
enter
2+
solvated
sheath
to
replace
distribution
some
water
molecules
form
cross‐linked
hydrogen
bond
network
with
H
2
O
inhibit
caused
decomposition
active
molecules.
addition,
induce
uniform
deposition
adsorption
on
(002)
crystal
surface
growth.
The
symmetric
cells
assembled
additive
have
long
4000
h
at
25
°C
be
stably
cycled
>400
−8
(1
mA
cm
−2
/1
mAh
).
presence
in
electrolyte,
Zn//MnO
full
cell
shows
good
stability
over
200
cycles
(N/P
=
4.1).
This
study
reports
simple
effective
strategy
promoting
commercial
application
zinc‐ion
batteries
(AZIBs).
Small,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 20, 2024
Abstract
Aqueous
zinc
metal
batteries
(AZMBs)
are
emerging
as
a
powerful
contender
in
the
realm
of
large‐scale
intermittent
energy
storage
systems,
presenting
compelling
alternative
to
existing
ion
battery
technologies.
They
harness
benefits
zinc's
high
safety,
natural
abundance,
and
favorable
electrochemical
potential
(−0.762
V
vs
Standard
hydrogen
electrode,
SHE),
alongside
an
impressive
theoretical
capacity
(820
mAh
g
−1
5655
cm
−3
).
However,
performance
ZMBs
is
impeded
by
several
challenges,
including
poor
compatibility
with
high‐loading
cathodes
persistent
side
reactions.
These
issues
intricately
linked
inherent
physicochemical
properties
anodes
(ZMAs).
Here,
this
review
delves
into
traditional
methods
ZMAs
production,
encompassing
extraction,
electrodeposition,
rolling
processes.
The
discussion
then
progresses
exploration
cutting‐edge
methodologies
designed
enhance
ZMAs.
categorized
alloying,
pre‐treatment
substrate,
advanced
electrodeposition
techniques,
development
composite
utilizing
powder.
offers
comparative
analysis
merits
drawbacks
various
optimization
strategies,
highlighting
beneficial
outcomes
achieved.
It
aspires
inspire
novel
concepts
for
advancement
innovation
next‐generation
zinc‐based
solutions.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Aug. 14, 2024
The
solar-driven
photorechargeable
zinc-ion
batteries
have
emerged
as
a
promising
power
solution
for
smart
electronic
devices
and
equipment.
However,
the
subpar
cyclic
stability
of
Zn
anode
remains
significant
impediment
to
their
practical
application.
Herein,
poly(diethynylbenzene-1,3,5-triimine-2,4,6-trione)
(PDPTT)
was
designed
functional
polymer
coating
Zn.
Theoretical
calculations
demonstrate
that
PDPTT
not
only
significantly
homogenizes
electric
field
distribution
on
surface,
but
also
promotes
ion-accessible
surface
With
multiple
N
C=O
groups
exhibiting
strong
adsorption
energies,
this
reduces
nucleation
overpotential
Zn,
alters
diffusion
pathway
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 14, 2024
Abstract
Quasi‐solid‐state
zinc‐ion
batteries
(QZIBs)
have
attracted
wide
attention
due
to
their
excellent
dimensional
stability
and
high
safety.
However,
poor
ion
conduction
capabilities,
severe
dendrite
growth,
rampant
side
reactions
still
hinder
commercialization.
The
regulation
of
the
solvation
structure
Zn
2+
is
considered
be
an
effective
method
address
these
issues.
Herein,
a
hydrogel
electrolyte
with
regulated
(HE‐RS)
designed
via
combination
tetramethyl
urea
(TMU)
additive
polyvinyl
alcohol
(PVA)
matrix.
hydrophilic
─C═O
group
TMU
exhibits
strong
affinity
PVA
chains,
improving
mechanical
strength
─N(CH
3
)
2
groups
at
both
ends
exhibit
hydrophobic
characteristics,
which
leads
local
hydrophobicity
decreased
water
activity.
Additionally,
abundant
oxygen‐containing
(electronegative)
on
TUM
can
adsorb
provide
sites
for
transference.
Benefiting
from
merits,
deposition
behavior
are
regulated.
Consequently,
Zn||Zn
symmetric
cell
HE‐RS
stable
cycling
life
exceeding
2000
h.
Moreover,
HE‐RS‐based
Zn||NH
4
V
O
10
capacity
retention
96.4%
after
1000
cycles
A
g
−1
.