{"title":"Co-production of hydrogen, oxygen, and electricity via an integrated solar-driven system with decoupled water electrolyzer and Na-Zn ion battery","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.062","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.062","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Combining water electrolysis and rechargeable battery technologies into a single system holds great promise for the co-production of hydrogen (H<sub>2</sub>) and electricity. However, the design and development of such systems is still in its infancy. Herein, an integrated hydrogen-oxygen (O<sub>2</sub>)-electricity co-production system featuring a bipolar membrane-assisted decoupled electrolyzer and a Na-Zn ion battery was established with sodium nickelhexacyanoferrate (NaNiHCF) and Zn<sup>2+</sup>/Zn as dual redox electrodes. The decoupled electrolyzer enables to produce H<sub>2</sub> and O<sub>2</sub> in different time and space with almost 100% Faradaic efficiency at 100 mA cm<sup>−2</sup>. Then, the charged NaNiHCF and Zn electrodes after the electrolysis processes formed a Na-Zn ion battery, which can generate electricity with an average cell voltage of 1.75 V at 10 mA cm<sup>−2</sup>. By connecting Si photovoltaics with the modular electrochemical device, a well-matched solar driven system was built to convert the intermittent solar energy into hydrogen and electric energy with a solar to hydrogen-electricity efficiency of 16.7%, demonstrating the flexible storage and conversion of renewables.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142328124","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Design of a cationic accelerator enabling ultrafast ion diffusion kinetics in aqueous zinc-ion batteries","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.09.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.09.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Aqueous zinc-ion batteries are highly favored for grid-level energy storage owing to their low cost and high safety, but their practical application is limited by slow ion migration. To address this, a strategy has been developed to create a cation-accelerating electric field on the surface of the cathode to achieve ultrafast Zn<sup>2+</sup> diffusion kinetics. By employing electrodeposition to coat MoS<sub>2</sub> on the surface of BaV<sub>6</sub>O<sub>16</sub>·3H<sub>2</sub>O nanowires, the directional built-in electric field generated at the heterointerface acts as a cation accelerator, continuously accelerating Zn<sup>2+</sup> diffusion into the active material. The optimized Zn<sup>2+</sup> diffusion coefficient in CC@BaV<sub>6</sub>O<sub>16</sub>·3H<sub>2</sub>O@MoS<sub>2</sub> (7.5 × 10<sup>−8</sup> cm<sup>2</sup> s<sup>−1</sup>) surpasses that of most reported V-based cathodes. Simultaneously, MoS<sub>2</sub> serving as a cathodic armor extends the cycling life of the Zn-CC@BaV<sub>6</sub>O<sub>16</sub>·3H<sub>2</sub>O@MoS<sub>2</sub> full batteries to over 10000 cycles. This work provides valuable insights into optimizing ion diffusion kinetics for high-performance energy storage devices.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142272814","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Interfacial Zn2+-solvation regulator towards reversible and stable Zn anode","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.061","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.061","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) are fundamentally challenged by the instability of the electrode/electrolyte interface, predominantly due to irreversible zinc (Zn) deposition and hydrogen evolution. Particularly, the intricate mechanisms behind the electrochemical discrepancies induced by interfacial Zn<sup>2+</sup>-solvation and deposition behavior demand comprehensive investigation. Organic molecules endowed with special functional groups (such as hydroxyl, carboxyl, etc.) have the potential to significantly optimize the solvation structure of Zn<sup>2+</sup> and regulate the interfacial electric double layer (EDL). By increasing nucleation overpotential and decreasing interfacial free energy, these functional groups facilitate a lower critical nucleation radius, thereby forming an asymptotic nucleation model to promote uniform Zn deposition. Herein, this study presents a pioneering approach by introducing trace amounts of n-butanol as solvation regulators to engineer the homogenized Zn (H-Zn) anode with a uniform and dense structure. The interfacial reaction and structure evolution are explored by in/ex-situ experimental techniques, indicating that the H-Zn anode exhibits dendrite-free growth, no by-products, and weak hydrogen evolution, in sharp contrast to the bare Zn. Consequently, the H-Zn anode achieves a remarkable Zn utilization rate of approximately 20% and simultaneously sustains a prolonged cycle life exceeding 500 h. Moreover, the H-Zn//NH<sub>4</sub>V<sub>4</sub>O<sub>10</sub> (NVO) full battery showcases exceptional cycle stability, retaining 95.04% capacity retention after 400 cycles at a large current density of 5 A g<sup>−1</sup>. This study enlightens solvation-regulated additives to develop Zn anode with superior utilization efficiency and extended operational lifespan.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142415969","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Micro-strain regulation strategy to stabilize perovskite lattice based on the categories and impact of strain on perovskite solar cells","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.063","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.063","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Photovoltaic metal halide perovskite solar cells (PSCs) convert light to electricity more efficiently than crystalline silicon cells, and the cost of materials used to make them is lower than that of silicon cells. Conversion efficiency is not a core issue affecting the application of perovskite solar cells in special scenarios. At present, stability is the major technical encounters that hinders its further commercial development. Micro-strain in PSCs is currently a significant factor responsible for the device’s instability. Strain-induced ion migration is widely believed to accelerate perovskite degradation even when external stimuli are excluded. Undoubtedly, it is imperative to study strain to enhance the stability of PSCs. This paper reviews recent developments to understand strain’s origin and effect mechanisms on performance of PSCs, including ion migration, failure behavior, defect formation, and its effect on photoelectric properties, stability, and reliability. Additionally, several well-known strain management strategies are systematically introduced based on the strain effect mechanism and strain engineering on the film, providing more clues for further preparation with increased stability. The manipulation of external physical strain applied from films to entire devices has been extensively studied. Furthermore, recommendations for future research directions and chemical approaches have been provided. It is emphasized that strain engineering plays a crucial role in improving the efficiency and longevity of PSCs. Tensile strain causes rapid degradation, while moderate compressive strain and external strain control could improve properties and stability. Efforts should focus on controlling compressive strain to mitigate residual tensile strain and introducing it in a controlled manner. Future research endeavors may focus on exploring these pathways to improve the efficiency and lifespan of PSCs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142358528","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Conversion-type cathode materials for high energy density solid-state lithium batteries","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.09.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.09.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Solid-state lithium batteries (SSLBs) are regarded as an essential growth path in energy storage systems due to their excellent safety and high energy density. In particular, SSLBs using conversion-type cathode materials have received widespread attention because of their high theoretical energy densities, low cost, and sustainability. Despite the great progress in research and development of SSLBs based on conversion-type cathodes, their practical applications still face challenges such as blocked ionic-electronic migration pathways, huge volume change, interfacial incompatibility, and expensive processing costs. This review focuses on the advantages and critical issues of coupling conversion-type cathodes with solid-state electrolytes (SSEs), as well as state-of-the-art progress in various promising cathodes (e.g., FeS<sub>2</sub>, CuS, FeF<sub>3</sub>, FeF<sub>2</sub>, and S) in SSLBs. Furthermore, representative research on conversion-type solid-state full cells is discussed to offer enlightenment for their practical application. Significantly, the energy density exhibited by the S cathode stands out impressively, while sulfide SSEs and halide SSEs have demonstrated immense potential for coupling with conversion-type cathodes. Finally, perspectives on conversion-type cathodes are provided at the material, interface, composite electrode, and battery levels, with a view to accelerating the development of conversion-type cathodes for high-energy–density SSLBs.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142272836","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Rational modulation of fluorophosphate cathode by anionic groups to reduce the polarization behavior for fast-charging sodium-ion batteries","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.064","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.064","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Na<sub>3</sub>V<sub>2</sub>(PO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>F (VP) is recognized as a promising cathode material for sodium-ion batteries due to its stable structural framework and high specific capacity. Density functional theory (DFT) and finite element simulations show that incorporating SO<sub>4</sub><sup>2−</sup> into VP decreases its band gap, lowers the migration energy barrier, and ensures a uniform Na<sup>+</sup> concentration gradient and stress distribution during charge and discharge cycles. Consequently, the average Na<sup>+</sup> diffusion coefficient of Na<sub>3</sub>V<sub>2</sub>(PO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>1.95</sub>(SO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>0.05</sub>O<sub>2</sub>F (VPS-1) is roughly double that of VP, leading to enhanced rate capability (80 C, 75.5 mAh g<sup>−1</sup>) and cycling stability (111.0 mAh g<sup>−1</sup> capacity after 1000 cycles at 10 C current density) for VPS-1. VPS-1 exhibits outstanding fast-charging capabilities, achieving an 80% state of charge in just 8.1 min. The assembled VPS-1//SbSn/NPC full cell demonstrated stable cycling over 200 cycles at a high 5 C current, maintaining an average coulombic efficiency of 95.35%.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142322896","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Ru doping triggering reconstruction of cobalt phosphide for coupling glycerol electrooxidation with seawater electrolysis","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.056","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.056","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Seawater electrolysis is a promising approach for sustainable energy without relying on precious freshwater. However, the large-scale seawater electrolysis is hindered by low catalytic efficiency and severe anode corrosion caused by the harmful chlorine. In contrast to the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and chlorin ion oxidation reaction (ClOR), glycerol oxidation reaction (GOR) is more thermodynamically and kinetically favorable alternative. Herein, a Ru doping cobalt phosphide (Ru-CoP<sub>2</sub>) is proposed as a robust bifunctional electrocatalyst for seawater electrolysis and GOR, for the concurrent productions of hydrogen and value-added formate. The in situ and ex situ characterization analyses demonstrated that Ru doping featured in the dynamic reconstruction process from Ru-CoP<sub>2</sub> to Ru-CoOOH, accounting for the superior GOR performance. Further coupling GOR with hydrogen evolution was realized by employing Ru-CoP<sub>2</sub> as both anode and cathode, requiring only a low voltage of 1.43 V at 100 mA cm<sup>−2</sup>, which was 250 mV lower than that in alkaline seawater. This work guides the design of bifunctional electrocatalysts for energy-efficient seawater electrolysis coupled with biomass resource upcycling.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142239866","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A self-adaptive inorganic in-situ separator by particle crosslinking for nonflammable lithium-ion batteries","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.054","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.054","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>All-safe liquid-state lithium-ion batteries (ASLS-LIBs) is of great interest as they can potentially combine the safety of all-solid-state batteries with the high performance and low manufacturing cost of traditional liquid-state LIBs. However, the practical success of ASLS-LIBs is bottlenecked by the lack of advanced separator technology that can simultaneously realize high performances in puncturing-tolerability, fire-resistance, and importantly, wetting-capability with non-flammable liquid-electrolytes. Here, we propose a concept of inorganic in-situ separator (IISS) by hybrid-sol physical crosslinking directly onto the electrode surface to address the above challenges. Particularly, the hybrid-sol is designed with silica nanoparticles as the building block and poly(vinylidene difluoride) nanoparticles as the crosslinking agent. The critical factors for controlling the IISS microstructures and properties have been systematically investigated. The advantages of the IISS have been confirmed by its fast wetting with various fire-resistant liquid-electrolytes, customizable thickness and porous structures, robust interface with planar or three-dimensional (3D)-structured electrodes, and importantly, unexpected self-adaptability against puncturing. Enabled by the above merits, a fire-resistant ASLS-LIB is successfully assembled and demonstrated with stable electrochemical performance. This sol-crosslinked IISS may open an avenue for the studies on the next-generation separator technology, cell assembling, solid electrolyte processing as well as non-flammable secondary batteries.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142312015","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"High-temperature-tolerant flexible supercapacitors: Gel polymer electrolytes and electrode materials","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.051","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.051","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The development of flexible supercapacitors (FSCs) capable of operating at high temperatures is crucial for expanding the application areas and operating conditions of supercapacitors. Gel polymer electrolytes and electrode materials stand as two key components that significantly impact the efficacy of high-temperature-tolerant FSCs (HT-FSCs). They should not only exhibit high electrochemical performance and excellent flexibility, but also withstand intense thermal stress. Considerable efforts have been devoted to enhancing their thermal stability while maintaining high electrochemical and mechanical performance. In this review, the fundamentals of HT-FSCs are outlined. A comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art progress and achievements in HT-FSCs, with a focus on thermally stable gel polymer electrolytes and electrode materials is provided. Finally, challenges and future perspectives regarding HT-FSCs are discussed, alongside strategies for elevating operational temperatures and performance. This review offers both theoretical foundations and practical guidelines for designing and manufacturing HT-FSCs, further promoting their widespread adoption across diverse fields.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142272760","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Electrochemical conversion of methane to bridge the gap in the artificial carbon cycle","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.050","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jechem.2024.08.050","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Methane, an abundant one-carbon (C<sub>1</sub>) resource, is extensively used in the industrial production of vital fuels and value-added chemicals. However, current industrial methane conversion technologies are energy- and carbon-intensive, mainly due to the high activation energy required to break the inert C–H bond, low selectivity, and problematic side reactions, including CO<sub>2</sub> emissions and coke deposition. Electrochemical conversion of methane (ECM) using intermittent renewable energy offers an attractive solution, due to its modular reactor design and operational flexibility across a broad spectrum of temperatures and pressures. This review emphasizes conversion pathways of methane in various reaction systems, highlighting the significance and advantages of ECM in facilitating a sustainable artificial carbon cycle. This work provides a comprehensive overview of conventional methane activation mechanisms and delineates the complete pathways of methane conversion in electrolysis contexts. Based on surface/interface chemistry, this work systematically analyzes proposed reaction pathways and corresponding strategies to enhance ECM efficiency towards various target products, including syngas, hydrocarbons, oxygenates, and advanced carbon materials. The discussion also encompasses opportunities and challenges for the ECM process, including insights into ECM pathways, rational electrocatalyst design, establishment of benchmarking protocols, electrolyte engineering, enhancement of CH<sub>4</sub> conversion rates, and minimization of CO<sub>2</sub> emission.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":15728,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Energy Chemistry","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":13.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142240690","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}