Molecules,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
29(20), С. 4813 - 4813
Опубликована: Окт. 11, 2024
The
commercialization
of
sodium
batteries
faces
many
challenges,
one
which
is
the
lack
suitable
high-quality
separators.
Herein,
we
presented
a
novel
natural
silkworm
cocoon-derived
separator
(SCS)
obtained
from
cocoon
inner
membrane
after
simple
degumming
process.
A
Na||Na
symmetric
cell
assembled
with
this
can
be
stably
cycled
for
over
400
h
under
test
conditions
0.5
mA
cm−2–0.5
mAh
cm−2.
Moreover,
Na||SCS||Na3V2(PO4)3
full
exhibits
an
initial
capacity
79.3
g−1
at
10
C
and
retention
93.6%
1000
cycles,
far
exceeded
57.5
42.1%
using
commercial
glass
fiber
(GFS).
structural
origin
excellent
electrochemical
performance
lies
in
fact
that
cationic
functional
groups
(such
as
amino
groups)
on
proteins
de-solvate
Na-ions
by
anchoring
ClO4−
solvent
sheath,
thereby
enhancing
transference
number,
transport
kinetics
deposition/dissolution
properties
Na-ions.
In
addition,
SCS
has
significantly
better
mechanical
thinness
indexes
than
GFS,
and,
coupled
advantages
being
natural,
cheap,
non-polluting
degradable,
it
expected
to
used
commercialized
battery
material.
Advanced Energy Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(30)
Опубликована: Май 22, 2024
Abstract
Ferrous
sulfides
with
the
high
theoretic
capacity
are
promising
anode
for
sodium
ion
batteries.
However,
fading
and
inferior
rate
capability
still
hinder
their
practical
application.
In
this
work,
Na‐doped
Fe
7
S
8
microrods
cationic
vacancies
weakened
Fe─S
bond
constructed
through
a
facile
scalable
sulfurized
route.
The
experimental
results
combined
theoretical
analysis
thoroughly
reveal
generation
of
strength
induced
by
doping,
which
modulates
energy
band
structure
,
provides
more
active
sites,
accelerates
sodiation/desodiation
reaction
kinetics,
simultaneously.
Moreover,
pre‐doping
delivers
strong
guiding
effect
on
formation
thin
stable
solid
electrolyte
interface
films.
As
result,
optimal
sample
exhibits
excellent
storage
performance,
including
reversible
(674
mAh
g
−1
after
200
cycles
at
0.5
A
503
1500
10
),
superior
capability,
increased
initial
coulombic
efficiency.
Furthermore,
full
cell
paired
commercial
Na
3
V
2
(PO
4
)
also
displays
outstanding
cyclic
stability
95.9%
retention
100
cycles.
Nano-Micro Letters,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
17(1)
Опубликована: Окт. 4, 2024
Abstract
Na
3
V
2
(PO
4
)
(NVP)
has
garnered
great
attentions
as
a
prospective
cathode
material
for
sodium-ion
batteries
(SIBs)
by
virtue
of
its
decent
theoretical
capacity,
superior
ion
conductivity
and
high
structural
stability.
However,
the
inherently
poor
electronic
sluggish
diffusion
kinetics
NVP
give
rise
to
inferior
rate
performance
unsatisfactory
energy
density,
which
strictly
confine
further
application
in
SIBs.
Thus,
it
is
significance
boost
sodium
storage
material.
Up
now,
many
methods
have
been
developed
optimize
electrochemical
In
this
review,
latest
advances
optimization
strategies
improving
are
well
summarized
discussed,
including
carbon
coating
or
modification,
foreign-ion
doping
substitution
nanostructure
morphology
design.
The
highlighted,
involving
Na,
V,
PO
3−
sites,
include
single-site
doping,
multiple-site
single-ion
multiple-ion
so
on.
Furthermore,
challenges
prospects
high-performance
also
put
forward.
It
believed
that
review
can
provide
useful
reference
designing
developing
toward
large-scale
Chemical Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2025
Biomass-derived
carbon
dots
(BCDs)
have
attracted
considerable
attention
for
their
promising
attributes,
including
low
toxicity,
excellent
solubility,
biocompatibility,
and
eco-friendliness.
Their
rich
surface
chemistry
impressive
photoluminescent
properties
sparked
widespread
research
interest,
particularly
in
areas
such
as
sensing
biomedicine.
However,
the
potential
applications
of
BCDs
energy
sector,
especially
electrochemical
storage
batteries,
received
scant
review
focus.
This
article
systematically
consolidates
selection
sources,
synthesis
methods,
modification
strategies,
corresponding
characterization
techniques
BCDs.
Application
strategies
batteries
are
explored,
with
underlying
connection
between
role
structural
being
analyzed,
providing
comprehensive
insights
from
to
application.
Furthermore,
a
preliminary
discussion
is
initiated
on
current
limitations
material
regulation
design
within
research,
avenues
enhancement
proposed.
Advanced Energy Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(42)
Опубликована: Авг. 21, 2024
Abstract
The
sodium‐ion
batteries
(SIBs)
are
expected
to
be
the
substitute
for
lithium‐ion
(LIBs)
because
of
their
low
cost,
high
abundance,
and
similar
working
mechanism.
Among
them,
polyanion‐type
electrodes
show
great
application
prospects
due
superior
ion
diffusion
channels
structural
stability.
However,
there
still
many
scientific
issues
that
need
thoroughly
investigated,
especially
formation
mechanism,
stability,
interface
impedance
solid–liquid
interfaces.
Therefore,
it
is
significance
systematically
study
mechanism
reaction
electrochemical
behavior,
promote
further
practical
SIBs.
Fortunately,
polyanionic
can
effectively
improve
transport
dynamics
interfacial
stability
interfaces
through
constructing
porous
structure,
surface
modification,
electrolyte
strategies,
thus
improving
cycle
rate
performance.
This
review
discusses
characteristics
mechanisms
electrode/electrolyte
(EEI),
as
well
behavior
in
structures
with
different
dimensions.
Furthermore,
this
covers
materials
kinetics
EEI.
In
particular,
highlights
various
strategies
employed
comprehend
interplay
among
chemistry,
preparation
methods,
ultimately
affect
properties
Advanced Functional Materials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Фев. 14, 2025
Abstract
Achieving
multicationic
redox
reactions
with
low
lattice
strain
accumulation
upon
repeated
sodiation/desodiation
processes
is
pivotal
for
developing
high‐energy
and
long‐durability
Na
superionic
conductor
(NASICON)‐type
cathodes
but
still
a
formidable
task.
Herein,
novel
NASICON‐structured
high‐entropy
3.4
VMn
0.2
Fe
Al
0.3
Cr
(PO
4
)
3
(HE‐NVMFACP)
cathode
delicately
devised,
where
the
entropy‐driving
stepwise
2+
/Fe
3+
,
V
/V
4+
5+
Mn
/Mn
/Cr
couples
not
only
trigger
multielectron
transfer
chemistry,
also
alleviate
accumulation.
Consequently,
HE‐NVMFACP
exhibits
high
reversible
capacity
of
151.3
mAh
g
−1
an
admirable
energy
density
520.5
Wh
kg
impressive
“quasi‐zero
strain”
behavior
(1.33%
cell
volume
change)
during
whole
charge‐discharge
process.
Meanwhile,
excellent
rate
capability
90.4
at
50
C
ultralong
cycling
life
91.9%
retention
after
5000
cycles
are
demonstrated.
Advanced
in
situ/ex
situ
techniques
reveal
complete
solid‐solution
highly
mechanism
+
uptake/release,
rapid
electrode
process
kinetics
confirmed
by
systematic
electrochemical
measurements
theoretical
computations.
Furthermore,
HE‐NVMFACP||hard
carbon
Na‐ion
full
batteries
assembled
both
coin
pouch
configurations,
manifesting
bright
application
prospects.
The
present
strategy
provides
invaluable
perspectives
designing
long‐life
NASICON‐cathodes
sodium‐ion
batteries.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Март 3, 2025
Abstract
Molybdenum
disulfide
(MoS
2
),
characterized
by
its
two‐dimensional
structure
and
high
theoretical
specific
capacity,
is
considered
a
prospective
anode
of
Na‐ion
battery.
However,
the
cycling
rate
capabilities
are
hampered
sluggish
charge
transfer
kinetics
poor
structural
stability.
To
overcome
issues,
most
efforts
have
been
focused
on
optimizing
MoS
.
Nevertheless,
rationally
designing
that
can
present
rapid
durable
storage
while
ensuring
large
remains
challenges.
Herein,
/MnS
heterostructure
featuring
sphere‐like
hollow
morphology
designed
according
to
Ostwald
ripening
process
Kirkendall
effect.
This
construction
effectively
establish
an
interfacial
built‐in
electric
field
activated
MnS
,
which
exhibit
P‐type
N‐type
semiconductor
characteristics,
respectively,
thereby
promoting
electrochemical
kinetics.
Moreover,
excellent
stability
after
repeated
(de)sodiation
processes
remarkably
achieved
thanks
robust
design,
significantly
achieving
outstanding
tolerance
changes.
Consequently,
delivers
capacity
(594.8
mAh
g
−1
at
0.1
A
superior
performance
(up
100
ultrastable
capability
(30
000
cycles
with
≈81.4%
retention).
The
work
affords
effective
optimization
tactic
develop
high‐performance
conversion‐type
electrodes
for
alkali‐ion
batteries.
Advanced Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Апрель 17, 2025
Abstract
Manganese‐based
NASICON‐type
Na
4
VMn(PO
)
3
(NVMP)
has
captured
widespread
attention
in
sodium‐ion
batteries
(SIBs)
due
to
its
abundant
reserves
and
high
operating
voltages.
However,
the
low
intrinsic
conductivity
detrimental
Jahn–teller
(J–T)
effect
impedes
electron
ion
transfer,
leading
rapid
structural
degradation
capacity
decay.
Herein,
a
facile
multiscale
coupling
strategy
is
proposed
synthesize
nanosheet‐stacked
rods
(NVMP‐NSRs)
with
rational
defects
for
improving
stability,
thus
accelerating
electrochemical
responses.
Localized
unsaturated
coordination
states
around
vanadium
atoms
NVMP‐NSRs
are
also
regulated,
further
facilitating
+
diffusion
relieved
volume
expansion
unique
architecture
design.
Density
functional
theory
(DFT)
calculations
reveal
highly
rearranged
interfacial
charges,
yielding
benefits
reducing
energy
barriers
of
migration.
The
innovative
appropriate
bulk
exhibit
considerable
discharge
(120.1
mAh
g
−1
at
0.5C),
high‐rate
performance
(70.9
30C),
negligible
decay
(3000
cycles
20C).
Moreover,
assembled
NVMP‐NSRs//hard
carbon
full
cells
demonstrate
density
391.1
Wh
kg
excellent
cyclic
stability
(91.2%
after
100
1C).
this
work
offers
new
avenues
design
high‐performance
electrode
materials
toward
fast
responses
robust
stability.