Abstract
The
rapid
evolution
of
battery
technology
has
sparked
an
urgent
need
for
advanced
monitoring
and
diagnostic
capabilities.
This
comprehensive
review
explores
the
emerging
concept
Lab-on-Cell
(LoC),
a
paradigm
shift
in
management
that
integrates
sophisticated
sensing
technologies
directly
into
electrochemical
cells.
Through
meticulous
analysis,
study
examines
cutting-edge
sensor
technologies,
including
resistive
thermoelectric
sensors,
piezoelectric
devices,
impedance
spectroscopy,
optical
fiber
sensors.
It
delves
their
principles,
applications,
limitations
within
context
diagnostics.
Uniquely,
this
intertwines
technological
assessment
with
geopolitical
economic
context,
charting
LoC
against
backdrop
global
events
policy
shifts.
sheds
light
on
complex
drivers
innovation
field,
drawing
connections
between
research
trends,
industrial
needs,
regulatory
changes.
introduces
novel
dual-reference
system,
separating
general
LoC-specific
sources
to
cater
diverse
readership.
culminates
forward-looking
analysis
technologies’
potential
impact
systems,
cell
design,
manufacturing
processes.
By
weaving
together
advancements,
market
forces,
future
projections,
in-depth
examination
provides
holistic
view
landscape.
stands
as
vital
resource
researchers,
industry
professionals,
policymakers
navigating
intricate
energy
storage
technologies.
Chemical Reviews,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Фев. 4, 2025
Transmission
electron
microscopy
(TEM)
is
an
indispensable
analytical
technique
in
materials
research
as
it
probes
material
information
down
to
the
atomic
level
and
can
be
utilized
examine
dynamic
phenomena
during
transformations.
In
situ
TEM
resolves
transient
metastable
states
via
direct
observation
of
dynamics
under
external
stimuli.
With
innovative
sample
designs
developed
over
past
decades,
advanced
has
enabled
emulation
battery
operation
conditions
unveil
nanoscale
changes
within
electrodes,
at
interfaces,
electrolytes,
rendering
a
unique
tool
offer
unequivocal
insights
that
are
beam-sensitive,
air-sensitive,
or
contain
light
elements,
etc.
this
review,
we
first
briefly
outline
history
along
with
research,
followed
by
introduction
various
cell
configurations.
We
provide
comprehensive
review
on
studies
for
lithium
batteries
beyond
(e.g.,
sodium
other
chemistries)
open-cell
closed-cell
approaches.
At
end,
raise
several
unresolved
points
regarding
preparation
protocol,
imaging
conditions,
etc.,
experiments.
also
outlook
next-stage
development
study,
aiming
foster
closer
collaboration
between
communities
mutual
progress.
Nano Energy,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
130, С. 110086 - 110086
Опубликована: Авг. 3, 2024
Li
metal
dendrites,
which
can
form
on
the
anode
of
Li-ion
batteries
during
charging,
not
only
accelerate
their
aging
but
may
also
pose
a
safety
hazard
when
causing
short-circuit
within
battery.
Therefore,
fundamental
understanding
mechanisms
governing
early
stages
plating,
progression
into
and
formation
dead
Li,
is
imperative.
Here,
we
employ
operando
electrochemical
liquid
cell
scanning
transmission
electron
microscopy
(ec-LC-STEM)
to
monitor,
in
real-time,
nanoscale
processes
occurring
at
anode-electrolyte
interface
battery
charge/discharge.
Our
results
indicate
that
dendrites
nucleate
as
spherical
nanoparticles
beneath
solid
electrolyte
interphase
(SEI)
subsequently
grow
until
dendritic
formed.
During
discharge,
undergo
incomplete
dissolution,
leading
Li.
Interestingly,
SEI
layers
play
pivotal
role
both
growth
dissolution
processes.
findings
reveal
multi-step
process:
(i)
nucleation,
(ii)
root
growth,
(iii)
tip
growth.
We
elucidate
associated
with
morphology
initially
developed
structure
layer.
The
thinning
inhomogeneously
thick
whiskers
leads
contraction
before
tip,
ultimately
resulting
creation
electrically
isolated
metal.
This
work
sheds
light
well
provides
significant
insights
for
future
electrode
designs.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Фев. 16, 2025
Abstract
The
battery
formation
process
is
pivotal
for
constructing
a
solid
electrolyte
interphase
(SEI)
on
graphite
anodes,
generally
conducted
at
high
temperatures.
However,
the
resulting
excessive
SEI
film
causes
significant
lithium
loss
and
an
inferior
charging
rate.
Herein,
unconventional
low‐temperature
technology
based
innovative
temperature‐responsive
with
anion‐dominated
solvation
structure
low
temperature
validated.
During
cycling
5
°C,
enhanced
anion–cation
interaction,
coupled
suppressed
solvent
decomposition,
facilitates
generation
of
thin
fluoride‐rich
film.
Consequently,
anodes
exhibit
5C
fast‐charging
performance
(198.89
mAh
g
−1
,
53.39%
theoretical
capacity),
successfully
overcoming
rate
bottleneck
2C
commonly
encountered
in
commercial
realize
95.88%
capacity
retention
after
400
cycles
0.5C.
Moreover,
compared
to
traditional
high‐temperature
formation,
saves
52.73%
(from
22.02
10.42
h)
time
reduces
from
16.76%
7.21%.
This
work
highlights
importance
opportunities
utilizing
as
“driving
force”
regulating
interfacial
chemistry.
ACS Nano,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
18(20), С. 12598 - 12609
Опубликована: Май 9, 2024
This
review
presents
an
overview
of
the
application
electrochemical
liquid-phase
transmission
electron
microscopy
(ELP-TEM)
in
visualizing
rechargeable
battery
reactions.
The
technique
provides
atomic-scale
spatial
resolution
and
real-time
temporal
resolution,
enabling
direct
observation
analysis
materials
processes
under
realistic
working
conditions.
highlights
key
findings
insights
obtained
by
ELP-TEM
on
reaction
mechanisms
discusses
current
limitations
future
prospects
ELP-TEM,
including
improvements
expansion
scope
systems
that
can
be
studied.
Furthermore,
underscores
critical
role
understanding
optimizing
design
fabrication
high-performance,
long-lasting
batteries.
Advanced Engineering Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
26(10)
Опубликована: Март 11, 2024
In
situ
transmission
electron
microscopy
(TEM)
is
increasingly
utilized
by
researchers
to
explore
various
electrochemical
applications
in
the
quest
address
climate
change,
aiming
comprehend
underlying
mechanisms
and
enhance
performance.
However,
conventional
Pt
microelectrode
commonly
used
TEM
poses
limitations
due
its
low
transparency
high
catalytic
activity.
this
study,
titanium
nitride
(TiN
x
)
introduced
as
a
novel
material
that
can
be
fabricated
following
typical
cleanroom
processes.
Through
Zn
Cu
electrodeposition
studies,
it
shown
how
activity
higher
of
TiN
enable
obtaining
stable
cycling
quantify
deposition
on
top
mode,
highlighting
benefit
microelectrodes
for
different
studies.
Chemistry - A European Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Окт. 11, 2024
Abstract
In
pursuit
of
high
energy
density,
lithium
metal
batteries
(LMBs)
are
undoubtedly
the
best
choice.
However,
leakage
and
inevitable
dendrite
growth
in
liquid
electrolytes
seriously
hinder
its
practical
application.
Solid/quasi‐solid
state
have
emerged
as
an
answer
to
solve
above
issues.
Especially,
polymer
with
excellent
interface
compatibility,
flexibility,
ease
machining
become
a
research
hotspot
for
LMBs.
Nevertheless,
contact
between
electrolyte
inorganic
electrode
materials
low
ionic
conductivity
restrict
development.
On
account
these,
situ
polymerized
is
proposed.
Polymer
solid
produced
through
polymerization
promote
robust
while
simplifying
preparation
steps.
This
review
summarized
latest
progress
These
were
divided
into
three
parts
according
their
methods:
thermally
induced
polymerization,
chemical
initiator
ionizing
radiation
so
on.
Furthermore,
we
concluded
major
challenges
future
trends
It's
hoped
that
this
will
provide
meaningful
guidance
on
designing
high‐performance
