Design principles of non-noble metal catalysts for high-performance rechargeable Zn-air batteries

IF 18.9 1区材料科学 Q1 CHEMISTRY, PHYSICAL

Energy Storage Materials Pub Date : 2025-03-01 DOI:10.1016/j.ensm.2025.104155

Pengxiang Liu , Yaqian Wang , Ruijun Lv , Guangying Zhang , Xu Liu , Lei Wang

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Abstract

The sluggish kinetics of the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) and oxygen evolution reaction (OER) limit the application of Zn-air batteries (ZABs). Consequently, researchers have concentrated on developing high-performance ORR/OER bifunctional electrocatalysts. This review begins by introducing the current research status of ZABs and discussing the fundamental principles underlying ORR and OER. Subsequently, it summarizes the regulatory strategies for catalysts from the perspectives of surface modification and structural design. Furthermore, the latest advances in the mechanisms of oxygen electrocatalysis are presented, integrating theoretical calculations with operando characterization techniques. The review also outlines feasible strategies and principles for enhancing battery efficiency, including the construction of hybrid batteries, the introduction of organic oxidation reactions, and the modification of electrolytes. Finally, the requirements and focal points for the future development of ZABs are highlighted, with the aim of accelerating the popularization and industrialization of high-performance ZABs.

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Energy Storage Materials Materials Science-General Materials Science

CiteScore

33.00

自引率

5.90%

发文量

652

审稿时长

27 days

期刊介绍： Energy Storage Materials is a global interdisciplinary journal dedicated to sharing scientific and technological advancements in materials and devices for advanced energy storage and related energy conversion, such as in metal-O2 batteries. The journal features comprehensive research articles, including full papers and short communications, as well as authoritative feature articles and reviews by leading experts in the field. Energy Storage Materials covers a wide range of topics, including the synthesis, fabrication, structure, properties, performance, and technological applications of energy storage materials. Additionally, the journal explores strategies, policies, and developments in the field of energy storage materials and devices for sustainable energy. Published papers are selected based on their scientific and technological significance, their ability to provide valuable new knowledge, and their relevance to the international research community.