Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 26, 2024
Abstract
The
performance
of
aqueous
zinc‐ion
batteries
(AZIBs)
at
high
temperatures
(HT)
is
severely
compromised
by
active
water
corrosion,
parasitic
reactions,
and
dendrite
growth.
Herein,
zinc
trifluoroacetate
introduced
a
low
concentration
(0.2
m
),
dissolved
in
triethyl
phosphate
(TEP)and
H
2
O.
suppressed
due
to
the
reconstructed
original
hydrogen
bond
network,
which
helps
inhibit
reactions
severe
corrosion.
Meanwhile,
solid
electrolyte
interphase
(SEI)
formed
on
anode
decomposition
salt.
high‐tolerance
SEI
physically
separates
anode,
reducing
corrosion
caused
water.
Moreover,
TEP,
as
prevalent
fire‐retardant
cosolvent,
can
preferentially
anchor
sheet,
serving
shielding
buffer
layer.
TEP
not
only
reconstructing
structure
electric
double
layer
(EDL),
decreasing
content
water,
but
also
accelerating
prompt
formation
further.
As
proof
this
synergistic
effect,
assembled
symmetric
Zn.
Small,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 21, 2025
Abstract
Zinc‐ion
batteries
(ZIBs)
are
emerged
as
a
promising
alternative
for
sustainable
energy
storage,
offering
advantages
such
safety,
low
cost,
and
environmental
friendliness.
However,
conventional
aqueous
electrolytes
in
ZIBs
face
significant
challenges,
including
hydrogen
evolution
reaction
(HER)
zinc
dendrite
formation,
compromising
their
cycling
stability
safety.
These
limitations
necessitate
innovative
electrolyte
solutions
to
enhance
ZIB
performance
while
maintaining
sustainability.
This
review
explores
the
potential
of
natural
solvent‐based
derived
from
renewable
biodegradable
resources.
Natural
deep
eutectic
solvents
(DES),
bio‐ionic
liquids,
biomass‐derived
organic
compounds
present
unique
advantages,
wider
electrochemical
window,
reduced
HER
activity,
controlled
deposition.
Examples
include
DESs
based
on
choline
chloride
(ChCl),
glycerol‐based
systems,
γ‐valerolactone
(GVL)
aloe
vera,
demonstrating
improved
suppression.
Despite
promise,
challenges
high
viscosity,
scalability
remain
critical
barriers
commercialization.
underscores
need
further
research
optimize
solvent
formulations,
Zn
anode
compatibility,
integrate
these
systems
into
practical
applications.
By
addressing
can
pave
way
safer,
high‐performance,
environmentally
ZIBs,
particularly
large‐scale
storage
systems.
Carbon Neutralization,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
4(1)
Published: Nov. 24, 2024
ABSTRACT
In
the
pursuit
of
advanced
energy
storage
technologies
that
promote
sustainable
solutions,
zinc‐ion
batteries
(ZIBs)
have
emerged
as
a
promising
alternative
to
lithium‐ion
due
their
abundance,
safety,
and
environmental
advantages.
However,
failure
mechanisms
ZIBs
under
extreme
temperatures
are
still
not
fully
understood,
presenting
significant
challenges
development
commercialization.
Therefore,
innovative
strategies
essential
enhance
adaptability
temperature
extremes.
this
review,
we
first
explore
thermodynamic
kinetic
aspects
performance
degradation
temperatures,
focusing
on
key
factors
such
ion
diffusion
redox
processes
at
electrode
interfaces.
We
then
comprehensively
summarize
discuss
existing
approaches
for
various
electrolyte
types,
including
aqueous,
nonaqueous,
solid
state.
Finally,
highlight
future
prospects
operating
conditions.
The
insights
presented
in
review
expected
accelerate
advancement
facilitate
practical
implementation
large‐scale
systems.
Journal of Materials Chemistry A,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Hydrogel
electrolyte
interdigitation
is
introduced
as
an
effective
strategy
for
stable
3D
zinc
metal
anode
design,
allowing
fast
mass
transport
into
the
tortuous
framework
and
uniform
deposition/dissolution
across
entire
structure.
Journal of Materials Chemistry A,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
An
optimized
1.0
M
Zn–eutectic
SPE
offers
high
ionic
conductivity,
mechanical
strength,
and
stability.
The
Zn|SPE|V
10
O
24
·
n
H
2
O@rGO
cell
delivers
excellent
performance
durability,
ensuring
stable
operation
over
a
wide
temperature
range.