{"title":"Inorganic Sodium Solid-State Electrolytes: Progress, Existing Issues, and Solutions Towards High-Performance all Solid-State Batteries.","authors":"Lingjun Huang, Chun Huang","doi":"10.1007/s41918-026-00279-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s41918-026-00279-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Na-ion batteries (NIBs) have gained attention as a cost-effective option for large-scale energy storage, offering electrochemical properties similar to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). To improve safety and energy density, solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) are being incorporated into NIBs, paving the way for high-performance all-solid-state sodium-ion batteries (ASSNIBs). This review summarises recent progress in Na-based SSEs, categorised into oxides, sulfides, and halides, with particular emphasis on their crystal structures, ion conduction mechanisms, and electrochemical performance. We then critically examine the key challenges facing ASSNIBs, including low ionic conductivity, unstable electrode/electrolyte interfaces, and the reliance on rare or costly materials. To gain deeper insights into these issues, we highlight advanced characterisation and modelling techniques, including cryogenic electron microscopy, in-situ/operando characterisation, and machine learning approaches-all of which contribute to understanding Na-ion transport mechanisms and interfacial dynamics more comprehensively, and comparing with conventional electrochemical tests, structural characterisation and modelling methods. Building on these insights, we explore promising strategies such as microstructural design, mixed-ion approaches, and interface engineering to overcome the current limitations in Na SSEs. Finally, we offer perspectives on future research directions to support the rational design and optimisation of Na SSEs, ultimately advancing the development of next-generation ASSNIBs. The advanced characterisation and machine learning methodologies emphasised herein will also prove valuable for broader applications in electrochemical energy storage systems.</p><p><strong>Graphical abstract: </strong></p>","PeriodicalId":11680,"journal":{"name":"Electrochemical Energy Reviews","volume":"9 1","pages":"6"},"PeriodicalIF":36.3,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12913362/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146225419","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Stimulating Efficiency for Proton Exchange Membrane Water Splitting Electrolyzers: From Material Design to Electrode Engineering.","authors":"Yu Zhu, Fei Guo, ShunQiang Zhang, Zichen Wang, Runzhe Chen, Guanjie He, Xueliang Sun, Niancai Cheng","doi":"10.1007/s41918-025-00252-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s41918-025-00252-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Proton exchange membrane water electrolyzers (PEMWEs) are a promising technology for large-scale hydrogen production, yet their industrial deployment is hindered by the harsh acidic conditions and sluggish oxygen evolution reaction (OER) kinetics. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of recent advances in iridium-based electrocatalysts (IBEs), emphasizing novel optimization strategies to enhance both catalytic activity and durability. Specifically, we critically examine the mechanistic insights into OER under acidic conditions, revealing key degradation pathways of Ir species. We further highlight innovative approaches for IBE design, including (i) morphology and support engineering to improve stability, (ii) structure and phase modulation to enhance catalytic efficiency, and (iii) electronic structure tuning for optimizing interactions with reaction intermediates. Additionally, we assess emerging electrode engineering strategies and explore the potential of non-precious metal-based alternatives. Finally, we propose future research directions, focusing on rational catalyst design, mechanistic clarity, and scalable fabrication for industrial applications. By integrating these insights, this review provides a strategic framework for advancing PEMWE technology through highly efficient and durable OER catalysts.</p><p><strong>Graphical abstract: </strong>In order to realize the efficient application of the industrial PEMWEs, material design strategies for stimulating the activity and stability capability of OER electrocatalysts are summarized, including (i) morphology/support effects, (ii) structure/phase engineering, (iii) electronic configuration/interaction. Furthermore, the reaction mechanism is deeply clarified, and electrode engineering and challenges of IBEs in practical PEMWE application are focused.</p>","PeriodicalId":11680,"journal":{"name":"Electrochemical Energy Reviews","volume":"8 1","pages":"18"},"PeriodicalIF":36.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12413433/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145014162","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sha Tan, Zulipiya Shadike, Xinyin Cai, Ruoqian Lin, Atsu Kludze, Oleg Borodin, Brett L. Lucht, Chunsheng Wang, E. Hu, Kang Xu, Xiao-Qing Yang
{"title":"Review on Low-Temperature Electrolytes for Lithium-Ion and Lithium Metal Batteries","authors":"Sha Tan, Zulipiya Shadike, Xinyin Cai, Ruoqian Lin, Atsu Kludze, Oleg Borodin, Brett L. Lucht, Chunsheng Wang, E. Hu, Kang Xu, Xiao-Qing Yang","doi":"10.1007/s41918-023-00199-1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s41918-023-00199-1","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11680,"journal":{"name":"Electrochemical Energy Reviews","volume":"67 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":31.3,"publicationDate":"2023-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139216322","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shiqiang Zhou, Mengrui Li, Peike Wang, Lukuan Cheng, Lina Chen, Yan Huang, Suzhu Yu, Funian Mo, Jun Wei
{"title":"Printed Solid-State Batteries","authors":"Shiqiang Zhou, Mengrui Li, Peike Wang, Lukuan Cheng, Lina Chen, Yan Huang, Suzhu Yu, Funian Mo, Jun Wei","doi":"10.1007/s41918-023-00200-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s41918-023-00200-x","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Solid-state batteries (SSBs) possess the advantages of high safety, high energy density and long cycle life, which hold great promise for future energy storage systems. The advent of printed electronics has transformed the paradigm of battery manufacturing as it offers a range of accessible, versatile, cost-effective, time-saving and ecoefficiency manufacturing techniques for batteries with outstanding microscopic size and aesthetic diversity. In this review, the state-of-the-art technologies and structural characteristics of printed SSBs have been comprehensively summarized and discussed, with a focus on the cutting-edge printing processes. Representative materials for fabricating printed electrodes and solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) have been systematically outlined, and performance optimization methods of printed SSBs through material modification have been discussed. Furthermore, this article highlights the design principles and adjustment strategies of printing processes of advanced SSB devices to realize high performance. Finally, the persistent challenges and potential opportunities are also highlighted and discussed, aiming to enlighten the future research for mass production of printed SSBs. Graphical Abstract","PeriodicalId":11680,"journal":{"name":"Electrochemical Energy Reviews","volume":"7 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135569283","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiujuan Chen, Wei Li, David Reed, Xiaolin Li, Xingbo Liu
{"title":"On Energy Storage Chemistry of Aqueous Zn-Ion Batteries: From Cathode to Anode","authors":"Xiujuan Chen, Wei Li, David Reed, Xiaolin Li, Xingbo Liu","doi":"10.1007/s41918-023-00194-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s41918-023-00194-6","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11680,"journal":{"name":"Electrochemical Energy Reviews","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135308473","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiaojing Cheng, G. Wei, L. Luo, Jiewei Yin, S. Shen, Junliang Zhang
{"title":"Application of Solid Catalysts with an Ionic Liquid Layer (SCILL) in PEMFCs: From Half-Cell to Full-Cell","authors":"Xiaojing Cheng, G. Wei, L. Luo, Jiewei Yin, S. Shen, Junliang Zhang","doi":"10.1007/s41918-023-00195-5","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s41918-023-00195-5","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11680,"journal":{"name":"Electrochemical Energy Reviews","volume":"10 1","pages":"1-38"},"PeriodicalIF":31.3,"publicationDate":"2023-09-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"74718851","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Ion Migration Mechanism Study of Hydroborate/Carborate Electrolytes for All-Solid-State Batteries","authors":"Huixiang Liu, Xianyan Zhou, M. Ye, Jianfeng Shen","doi":"10.1007/s41918-023-00191-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s41918-023-00191-9","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11680,"journal":{"name":"Electrochemical Energy Reviews","volume":"2 1","pages":"1-42"},"PeriodicalIF":31.3,"publicationDate":"2023-08-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"82110980","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
E. Berretti, Luigi Osmieri, V. Baglio, H. Miller, J. Filippi, F. Vizza, M. Santamaría, S. Specchia, C. Santoro, A. Lavacchi
{"title":"Direct Alcohol Fuel Cells: A Comparative Review of Acidic and Alkaline Systems","authors":"E. Berretti, Luigi Osmieri, V. Baglio, H. Miller, J. Filippi, F. Vizza, M. Santamaría, S. Specchia, C. Santoro, A. Lavacchi","doi":"10.1007/s41918-023-00189-3","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s41918-023-00189-3","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11680,"journal":{"name":"Electrochemical Energy Reviews","volume":"23 1","pages":"1-50"},"PeriodicalIF":31.3,"publicationDate":"2023-08-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"78154088","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}