Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
36(4)
Published: Sept. 1, 2023
Abstract
Lithium–sulfur
(Li–S)
batteries
stand
out
for
their
high
theoretical
specific
capacity
and
cost‐effectiveness.
However,
the
practical
implementation
of
Li–S
is
hindered
by
issues
such
as
shuttle
effect,
tardy
redox
kinetics,
dendrite
growth.
Herein,
an
appealingly
designed
covalent
organic
framework
(COF)
with
bi‐functional
active
sites
cyanide
groups
polysulfide
chains
(COF‐CN‐S)
developed
cooperative
functional
promoters
to
simultaneously
address
dendrites
effect
issues.
Combining
in
situ
techniques
calculations,
it
can
be
demonstrated
that
unique
chemical
architecture
COF‐CN‐S
capable
performing
following
functions:
1)
The
delivers
significantly
enhanced
Li
+
transport
capability
due
abundant
ion‐hopping
(cyano‐groups);
2)
functions
a
selective
ion
sieve
regulating
dynamic
behavior
anions
,
thus
inhibiting
growth;
3)
acting
mediator,
effectively
control
electrochemical
polysulfides
enhance
conversion
kinetics.
Based
on
above
advantages,
endows
excellent
performance.
This
study
highlights
significance
interface
modification
offers
novel
insights
into
rational
design
materials
realm.
Interdisciplinary materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
3(2), P. 306 - 315
Published: Feb. 5, 2024
Abstract
Due
to
their
extensive
microporous
structure,
metal‐organic
frameworks
(MOFs)
find
widespread
application
in
constructing
modification
layers,
functioning
as
ion
sieves.
However,
the
layers
prepared
by
existing
methods
feature
gaps
between
MOFs
that
are
noticeably
larger
than
inherent
MOF
pore
dimensions.
Polysulfides
and
lithium
ions
unavoidably
permeate
through
these
gaps,
hindering
full
exploitation
of
structural
advantages.
Herein,
an
ultrathin
(20
nm)
crack‐free
film
is
formed
on
separator
atomic
layer
deposition
for
first
time.
Based
separator,
mechanism
different
has
been
verified
phase
field
simulation
situ
Raman
spectroscopy.
The
results
accurately
prove
particle
can
relieve
shuttle
polysulfides,
but
it
does
not
have
effect
homogenizing
ions.
Only
with
proper
size
act
sieve
both
polysulfides
As
a
result,
under
test
condition
2
mA
cm
−2
–2
mAh
,
overpotential
Li/Li
symmetric
battery
only
18
mV
after
2500
h.
capacity
retention
rate
lithium–sulfur
95.6%
500
cycles
80%
1000
at
C.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
36(13)
Published: Dec. 25, 2023
Abstract
Commercialization
of
high
energy
density
Lithium‐Sulfur
(Li‐S)
batteries
is
impeded
by
challenges
such
as
polysulfide
shuttling,
sluggish
reaction
kinetics,
and
limited
Li
+
transport.
Herein,
a
jigsaw‐inspired
catalyst
design
strategy
that
involves
in
situ
assembly
coherent
nano‐heterocrystal
ensembles
(CNEs)
to
stabilize
high‐activity
crystal
facets,
enhance
electron
delocalization,
reduce
associated
barriers
proposed.
On
the
surface,
stabilized
facets
induce
aggregation.
Simultaneously,
surrounded
surface
with
enhanced
activity
promote
2
S
deposition
diffusion,
synergistically
facilitating
continuous
efficient
sulfur
redox.
Experimental
DFT
computations
results
reveal
dual‐component
hetero‐facet
alters
coordination
Nb
atoms,
enabling
redistribution
3D
orbital
electrons
at
center
promoting
d‐p
hybridization
sulfur.
The
CNE,
based
on
level
gradient
lattice
matching,
endows
maximum
transfer
catalysts
establishes
smooth
pathways
for
ion
diffusion.
Encouragingly,
NbN‐NbC‐based
pouch
battery
delivers
Weight
357
Wh
kg
−1
,
thereby
demonstrating
practical
application
value
CNEs.
This
work
unveils
novel
paradigm
designing
high‐performance
catalysts,
which
has
potential
shape
future
research
electrocatalysts
storage
applications.
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(34)
Published: July 27, 2023
Abstract
Aqueous
rechargeable
batteries
are
promising
grid‐scale
energy
storage
devices
because
of
their
affordability,
operational
safety,
and
environmental
benignity.
Among
these,
Zn‐ion
(ZIBs)
have
unfolded
new
horizons.
Designing
superior
cathodes
for
ZIBs
is
crucial.
Covalent
organic
frameworks
(COFs)
can
be
made
redox
active
with
a
high
surface.
Here,
the
first
time,
chelating
COF
redox‐active
ZnI
2
in
ZnSO
4
(aq)
electrolyte
combined.
Including
iodide
harvests
an
approximately
threefold
enhancement
capacity
from
208
to
690
mAh
g
−1
at
1.5
A
,
highest
among
all
COF‐derived
ZIBs.
Remarkably,
charge–discharge
curve
1.3
V
exhibits
very
limited
dropout
voltage
super‐flat
platform,
remarkable
600
5
stable
up
6000
cycles,
confirming
that
polyiodide
generation
sustainable.
The
COF's
dual‐ion
(Zn
2+
polyidode)
delivers
ZIB
density.
Spectro‐electrochemical
measurements
coupled
X‐ray
photoelectron
spectroscopy
unambiguously
unveil
existence
multiple
species,
I
3
−
IO
ions
as
prominent
species.
latter
gets
reduced
electrode
under
applied
potential,
leaving
major
species
stored
on
COF.
prospect
COF‐polyiodide
windfall
metal‐ion
batteries.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(33), P. 21804 - 21835
Published: Aug. 8, 2024
Covalent
organic
frameworks
(COFs)
are
crystalline
networks
with
extended
backbones
cross-linked
by
covalent
bonds.
Due
to
the
semiconductive
properties
and
variable
metal
coordinating
sites,
along
rapid
development
in
linkage
chemistry,
utilization
of
COFs
photocatalytic
CO2RR
has
attracted
many
scientists'
interests.
In
this
Review,
we
summarize
latest
research
progress
on
for
CO2
reduction.
first
part,
present
COF
linkages
that
have
been
used
CO2RR,
discuss
four
mechanisms
including
as
intrinsic
photocatalysts,
photosensitive
motifs
metalated
semiconductors
heterojunction
photocatalysts.
Then,
principles
structural
designs
functional
building
units
stacking
mode
exchange.
Finally,
outlook
challenges
provided.
This
Review
is
intended
give
some
guidance
design
synthesis
diverse
different
linkages,
various
structures,
divergent
modes
efficient
photoreduction
CO2.
Small,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
20(19)
Published: Jan. 28, 2024
Abstract
Lithium–sulfur
(Li–S)
batteries,
which
store
energy
through
reversible
redox
reactions
with
multiple
electron
transfers,
are
seen
as
one
of
the
promising
storage
systems
future
due
to
their
outstanding
advantages.
However,
shuttle
effect,
volume
expansion,
low
conductivity
sulfur
cathodes,
and
uncontrollable
dendrite
phenomenon
lithium
anodes
have
hindered
further
application
Li–S
batteries.
In
order
solve
problems
clarify
electrochemical
reaction
mechanism,
various
types
materials,
such
metal
compounds
carbon
used
in
Polymers,
a
class
inexpensive,
lightweight,
electrochemically
stable
enable
construction
low‐cost,
high‐specific
capacity
Moreover,
polymers
can
be
multifunctionalized
by
obtaining
rich
structures
molecular
design,
allowing
them
applied
not
only
but
also
binders
solid‐state
electrolytes
optimize
performance
from
perspectives.
The
most
widely
areas
related
polymer
applications
including
cathodes
electrolytes,
selected
for
comprehensive
overview,
relevant
mechanisms
action
different
components
discussed.
Finally,
prospects
practical
batteries
presented
terms
advanced
characterization
mechanistic
analysis.
Chemical Society Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
53(14), P. 7531 - 7565
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Covalent
organic
frameworks
(COFs)
have
recently
seen
significant
advancements.
Large
quantities
of
structurally
&
functionally
oriented
COFs
with
a
wide
range
applications,
such
as
gas
adsorption,
catalysis,
separation,
and
drug
delivery,
been
explored.
Recent
achievements
in
this
field
are
primarily
focused
on
advancing
synthetic
methodologies,
catalysts
playing
crucial
role
achieving
highly
crystalline
COF
materials,
particularly
those
featuring
novel
linkages
chemistry.
A
series
reviews
already
published
over
the
last
decade,
covering
fundamentals,
synthesis,
applications
COFs.
However,
despite
pivotal
that
auxiliaries
play
forming
materials
adjusting
their
properties
(
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(18)
Published: Jan. 21, 2024
The
development
of
metal-free
bifunctional
electrocatalysts
for
hydrogen
and
oxygen
evolution
reactions
(HER
OER)
is
significant
but
rarely
demonstrated.
Porous
organic
polymers
(POPs)
with
well-defined
electroactive
functionalities
show
superior
performance
in
reaction
(HER)
(OER).
Precise
control
the
active
sites'
local
environment
requires
careful
modulation
linkers
through
judicious
selection
building
units.
Here,
a
systematic
strategy
introduced
modulating
functionality
to
design
synthesize
series
thianthrene-based
sp