{"title":"Biomass-Derived Phosphorus-Doped Porous Hard Carbon Anode for Stable and High-Rate Sodium Ion Batteries","authors":"Puwu Liang, Zijing Huo, Yangjie Liu, Zheng Bo, Yongmin Wu, Xiang Hu, Zhenhai Wen","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400694","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400694","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Biomass-derived hard carbon, despite being promising for anode material of sodium-ion batteries, usually suffer from low initial coulombic efficiency (ICE), poor rate capacity, and limited cycling stability caused by complex surface defects and low intrinsic conductivity. Herein, phosphorus-doped porous hard carbon (HC@PC−P) were synthesized by the thermal polymerization of soy lecithin on the surfaces of hard carbon derived from olive kernels. The incorporation of heteroatom phosphorus in the porous hard carbon framework expands the carbon lattice spacing, optimizes the graphitization degree, and increases electrical conductivity, guaranteeing ensuring rapid electron and ion transfer. These coupling effects enable HC@PC−P anode to achieve a high reversible capacity of 350 mAh g<sup>−1</sup> at 0.1 A g<sup>−1</sup>, an impressive initial coulombic efficiency of 89.6 %, and remarkable long-term cycling stability at 1 A g<sup>−1</sup> over 1000 cycles with negligible capacity fade. The mechanisms behind sodium storage and enhanced electrochemical performance were elucidated by ex-situ Raman spectroscopy and kinetic analysis. Additionally, the assembled HC@PC−P//Na<sub>3</sub>V<sub>2</sub>(PO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>3</sub> full cell demonstrated a high energy density of 257.9 Wh kg<sup>−1</sup>. This work provides a rational guide for designing advanced hard carbon anode materials for high-energy sodium-ion batteries.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144339144","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Organic Electrolytes for Stable and Safe Potassium-Ion Batteries","authors":"Shu Xu, Xianhui Yi, Ling Fan, Bingan Lu","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400641","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400641","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Though lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are prevalent, the scarcity and uneven distribution of lithium resources have driven the search for complementary battery technologies. Potassium-ion batteries (PIBs) have emerged as a promising contender in this quest due to their low-cost, abundant resources, and potentially high voltage. The frequency of battery-related accidents in recent years has heightened concerns about battery safety. The electrolyte, as a critical component of batteries, plays a pivotal role in determining safety, as it is directly linked to the formation of the solid electrolyte interphase (SEI), which is crucial for battery stability and security. Initially, enhancing battery safety often came at the cost of performance. However, thanks to the relentless efforts and in-depth research, it is now possible to improve performance without compromising safety. This article provides an overview of organic electrolyte systems and introduces some state-of-the-art electrolyte formulations, aiming to offer guidance on enhancing the safety and stability of PIBs.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144100896","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Rehman Butt, Aleena Gigi, François Rabuel, Mathieu Morcrette, Jeremy Mallet
{"title":"First Electrodeposition of Silicon on Crumbled MXene (c-Ti3C2Tx) for High-Performance Lithium-Ion Battery Negative Electrode","authors":"Rehman Butt, Aleena Gigi, François Rabuel, Mathieu Morcrette, Jeremy Mallet","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400633","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400633","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The demand for high energy density Li-ion batteries requires electrode materials with high capacity and long cycling stability. Silicon is among the most promising negative electrode materials due to its high theoretical capacity, abundant resources, and low working potential. However, its poor conductivity and significant volume expansion during cycling limit its practical application. To overcome these issues, this study develops a two-step synthesis method for a nanostructured composite based on silicon as the active material. First, a crumbled Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub>T<sub>x</sub> (c-Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub>T<sub>x</sub>) structure formed through electrostatic interaction between a Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub>T<sub>x</sub> suspension and 1 M KOH. Then, an amorphous silicon layer is electrodeposited onto the c-Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub>T<sub>x</sub> flakes in a room-temperature ionic liquid, creating the Si/c-Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub>T<sub>x</sub> composite for the negative electrode of Li-ion batteries. The c-Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub>T<sub>x</sub> structure enhances conductivity, provides mechanical stability to accommodate silicon's expansion, and offers nanostructured porosity for lithium-ion diffusion. The composite material demonstrates exceptional cycling stability, achieving a capacity of 1300 mAh g<sup>−1</sup> at C/5 with 91 % capacity retention after 100 cycles.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/batt.202400633","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144100633","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Talia Echeverria, Francesco Bernasconi, Paweł P. Ziemiański, David Reber
{"title":"Impact of Thermal Electrode Activation on Electrocatalyst Performance in KCrPDTA/K4Fe(CN)6 Flow Batteries","authors":"Talia Echeverria, Francesco Bernasconi, Paweł P. Ziemiański, David Reber","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400696","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400696","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Improving electrode performance is crucial for increasing energy efficiency and power density in redox flow batteries. Here, we study the effects of thermal activation of carbon paper electrodes on the performance of bismuth as an electrocatalyst in high-voltage KCrPDTA/K<sub>4</sub>Fe(CN)<sub>6</sub> flow batteries. While thermal activation improves wettability and surface area, it also leads to the formation of large, agglomerated bismuth deposits that reduce Coulombic efficiency. Although bismuth lowers cell resistance and enhances voltage efficiency, it promotes parasitic hydrogen evolution depending on its morphology, underscoring the need for optimized catalyst deposition techniques.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143633113","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhanced Oxygen Redox Kinetics and Stability in Li−O2 Batteries Using Trimetallic MnCo2-xCuxO₄ Spinel Catalysts","authors":"Pavithra Kannan, Shivaraju Guddehalli Chandrappa, Raju Kumar Gupta, Annigere S. Prakash","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400615","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400615","url":null,"abstract":"<p>High energy density rechargeable Li−O<sub>2</sub> batteries (LOBs) have garnered significant attention as a promising energy storage device. However, the sluggish oxygen redox kinetics impeded the efficiency and cycling performance during both the charge and discharge processes. To address this issue, we introduce a non-noble-trimetallic MnCo<sub>2-x</sub>Cu<sub>x</sub>O<sub>4</sub> (X=0 to 1) spinel interface as a bifunctional catalyst, to improve the reaction kinetics and cycle stability of LOBs. The half-filled e<sub>g</sub> orbital improves the synergistic interaction between Cu<sup>+</sup>/Cu<sup>2+</sup>, Co<sup>2+</sup>/Co<sup>3+</sup>, and Mn<sup>3+</sup>/Mn<sup>4+</sup> redox pairs in the lattice, which enhances catalytic performance. In the series of MnCo<sub>2-x</sub>Cu<sub>x</sub>O<sub>4</sub> (X=0 to 1) spinel catalyst MnCo<sub>1.75</sub>Cu<sub>0.25</sub>O<sub>4</sub> (MCU25) emerged as a standout performer. This exhibited notable half-cell performance, featuring superior ORR/OER bifunctional electrocatalytic activity with a ΔE of 1.15 V (vs RHE). Notably, the MCU25 cathode exhibited remarkable stability for over 1250 hours, enduring 225 cycles at 500 mA h g<sup>−1</sup> and stable up to 70 cycles at a capacity limit of 1000 mA h g<sup>−1</sup> in LOBs. Furthermore, it demonstrated an exceptional discharge-specific capacity of 11272 mA h g<sup>−1</sup> at a current density of 175 mA g<sup>−1</sup>, exceeding the performance achieved by state-of-the-art RuO<sub>2</sub> around 10180 mA h g<sup>−1</sup>.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144339612","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Felix Nagler, Andreas Gronbach, Andreas Flegler, Guinevere A. Giffin
{"title":"Fully Aqueous-Processed Li-Ion Electrodes with Ultra-High Loading and Potential for Roll-to-Roll Processing","authors":"Felix Nagler, Andreas Gronbach, Andreas Flegler, Guinevere A. Giffin","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400732","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400732","url":null,"abstract":"<p>In this study, high- and ultra-high-loading NMC622-based cathodes (7.0 and 18.0 mAh/cm<sup>2</sup>) and graphite-based anodes (9.0 and 22.5 mAh/cm<sup>2</sup>) were prepared by using a porous carbon structure as current collector. All electrodes in this work were prepared by an NMP-free, PFAS-free and scalable process. Full cells with areal capacities of 7 mAh/cm<sup>2</sup> and 18 mAh/cm<sup>2</sup> were assembled and tested. The results show an excellent cycling stability, reaching up to 950 cycles at 10 mA/cm<sup>2</sup> for the cells with ultra-high-loading electrodes (capacity 18 mAh/cm<sup>2</sup>) and 650 cycles at 8 mA/cm<sup>2</sup> for the cells with high-loading electrodes (capacity of 7 mAh/cm<sup>2</sup>). The influence of cathode porosity on the electrochemical performance in cells capacity of 7 mAh/cm<sup>2</sup> showed that a lower porosity leads to a poorer rate capability as well as a worse cycling capability (400 cycles at 6 mA/cm<sup>2</sup>). Post-mortem analysis reveal that the anode aging is more pronounced during full cell cycling. Further the scalability of the production process was demonstrated by using a padder tool. With that, cathodes with a loading of 5 mAh/cm<sup>2</sup> were produced in a roll-to-roll process.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/batt.202400732","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144635635","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohamed Azzam, Moritz Ehrensberger, Christian Endisch, Dirk-Uwe Sauer, Meinert Lewerenz
{"title":"Comparison of dU/dQ, Voltage Decay, and Float Currents via Temperature Ramps and Steps in Li-Ion Batteries","authors":"Mohamed Azzam, Moritz Ehrensberger, Christian Endisch, Dirk-Uwe Sauer, Meinert Lewerenz","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400627","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400627","url":null,"abstract":"<p>In this study, the effect of temperature changes on the voltage decay and current behavior of lithium-ion cells is investigated, focusing on a comparison between open-circuit voltage (OCV) measurements and float current <span></span><math></math>\u0000 measurements. Using our self-developed advanced Floater system, the voltage decay rates <span></span><math></math>\u0000 from OCV and float current measurements for three different cell types are assessed. Temperature ramps and steps, ranging from 5 °C to 50 °C, are applied to capture the impact of entropic effects and aging mechanisms. Both methods effectively capture aging dynamics, showing strong agreement between ramp and step measurements. Deviations arise only in cases of strong entropy effects due to differences in measurement strategies. The findings confirm that float currents do not introduce additional aging beyond that captured by OCV measurements. The relationship between OCV and float current is governed by differential capacity <span></span><math></math>\u0000, which varies with cell voltage and temperature. Furthermore, strong deviations from classical differential voltage analysis but high agreement with local pulse measurements are observed, especially at low depths of discharge. This can be explained by the hysteresis effect of graphite. These findings highlight the benefits of high-precision float current measurements in aging studies, particularly in contrast to simpler OCV methods.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/batt.202400627","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143118181","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kaiqiang Zhang, Chao Wu, Luoya Wang, Changlong Ma, Pei Kong, Kun Zhuang, Jilei Ye, Yuping Wu
{"title":"Precipitating Zinc-Polyethylenimine Complex for Long-Lasting Aqueous Zn-I Batteries","authors":"Kaiqiang Zhang, Chao Wu, Luoya Wang, Changlong Ma, Pei Kong, Kun Zhuang, Jilei Ye, Yuping Wu","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400578","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400578","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Aqueous rechargeable Zn−I battery offers significant advantages for reliable and cost-effective energy storage applications. However, current aqueous Zn−I batteries still face challenges related to limited cycling performance. Herein, we introduce an innovative in-situ precipitated zinc-polyethylenimine (PEI-Zn<sup>2+</sup>) complex design. This approach leverages the complexing effect between Zn<sup>2+</sup> cations from the aqueous electrolyte and the amino groups of PEI in the cathode, enhancing the performance of aqueous Zn−I batteries. The resulting insoluble PEI-Zn<sup>2+</sup> complex immobilizes iodide species, facilitating efficient battery operation. This novel design enabled an aqueous Zn−I battery to achieve over 5000 cycles with 83.3 % capacity retention. Additionally, the battery demonstrated promising preliminary performance under practical conditions, including fluctuating charging, various states of charge, and integration with photovoltaic solar panels. This work provides new insights into the design of aqueous zinc batteries.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144100745","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dr. Zhiwei Lu, Dr. Jia-Xin Kang, Dr. Pengtao Qiu, Prof. Xuenian Chen
{"title":"Hydridoborate-Based Solid-State Electrolytes for Sodium Metal Batteries","authors":"Dr. Zhiwei Lu, Dr. Jia-Xin Kang, Dr. Pengtao Qiu, Prof. Xuenian Chen","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400636","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400636","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Hydridoborates have emerged as promising candidates for solid-state electrolytes in sodium metal batteries owing to their high ionic conductivity, thermal/electrochemical stability, good mechanical properties, and good interface compatible with electrodes. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the recent advancements in the development and application of Na-hydridoborate-based solid-state electrolytes. We explore the structural properties and electrochemical behaviors of various Na-hydridoborates, including NaBH<sub>4</sub>, NaB<sub>3</sub>H<sub>8</sub>, <i>closo</i>-borates, <i>nido</i>-borates, etc. Additionally, we discuss the approaches for the synthesis of hydridoborate compounds with inexpensive raw chemicals and low toxicity. This review will inspire further efforts to develop fast Na-ion conducting hydridoborate materials with favorable interfacial compatibility, to promote their applications in high-performance all-solid-state sodium metal batteries.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144100744","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yanqi Xu, Andrei Filippov, Manishkumar R. Shimpi, Faiz Ullah Shah, Patrik Johansson
{"title":"Fluorine-Free Bis(glycolato)borate Anion-Based Salts and Electrolytes: Structures, Properties, and Lithium Compatibility","authors":"Yanqi Xu, Andrei Filippov, Manishkumar R. Shimpi, Faiz Ullah Shah, Patrik Johansson","doi":"10.1002/batt.202400672","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/batt.202400672","url":null,"abstract":"<p>A number of bis(glycolato)borate (BGB) anion-based salts, comprising Li<sup>+</sup>, Na<sup>+</sup>, K<sup>+,</sup> Mg<sup>2+</sup> and Ca<sup>2+</sup> cations, has been synthesized and characterized. Fluorine-free electrolytes based on LiBGB and organic solvents, such as dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), triethyl phosphate (TEP), and trimethyl phosphate (TMP) have been created and their transport properties, thermal and electrochemical stabilities, and lithium compatibility are examined. The ionic conductivities of the 1 M LiBGB-TEP and 1 M LiBGB-TMP electrolytes are <i>ca</i>. 2–3 times lower than for the 1 M LiBGB-DMSO electrolytes (2.05, 2.65 <i>vs</i>. 5.70 mS cm<sup>−1</sup> at 25 °C), and as compared to the state-of-the-art 1 M lithium hexafluorophosphate (LiPF<sub>6</sub>) in EC:DEC (EC:DEC=1 : 1 in vol., LP40) they display lower ionic conductivities, but the formers’ redox stability on aluminum (Al) and glassy carbon electrodes are much better. Concentrated (>1 M) LiBGB-DMSO electrolytes display enhanced redox stability, but worse Al passivation. Among the electrolytes, 1 M LiBGB-TMP achieves the best long-term stability over 300 h at 0.1 mA/cm<sup>2</sup> for Li plating-stripping while the Li compatibility needs to be further improved. Overall, this study introduces a family of versatile fluorine-free orthoborate salts and electrolytes for mono- and divalent batteries, and a fundamental understanding of their transport and electrochemical properties, aiming towards battery applications.</p>","PeriodicalId":132,"journal":{"name":"Batteries & Supercaps","volume":"8 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.1,"publicationDate":"2024-11-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/batt.202400672","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144339377","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}