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{"title":"Investigating the Existence of a Cathode Electrolyte Interphase on Graphite in Dual-Ion Batteries with LiPF6-Based Aprotic Electrolytes and Unraveling the Origin of Capacity Fade","authors":"Lukas Haneke,&nbsp;Felix Pfeiffer,&nbsp;Katharina Rudolf,&nbsp;Pranti Sutar,&nbsp;Masoud Baghernejad,&nbsp;Martin Winter,&nbsp;Tobias Placke,&nbsp;Johannes Kasnatscheew","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202400330","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202400330","url":null,"abstract":"<p>\u0000This study elucidates the presence of a cathode electrolyte interphase (CEI) at graphite positive electrodes (PEs) and assesses its impact on the performance of dual-ion batteries, being promising candidates for cost-efficient and sustainable stationary energy storage. Indeed, electrolyte oxidation increases during charge (5 V vs Li|Li⁺) for decreased C rates, that is longer duration at high state-of-charges (SOC) , but effective protection and evidence for CEI formation is missing as no increase in Coulombic efficiencies is observed, even with literature-known electrolyte additives like vinylene carbonate, fluoroethylene carbonate, or ethylene sulfite in a highly concentrated base electrolyte (4.0<span> m</span> LiPF₆ in dimethyl carbonate) as reference. Via studying charged and pristine PEs by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, PF₆⁻-graphite intercalation compounds and cointercalated solvent molecules are identified, while indications for CEI are absent within 1000 charge/discharge cycles. Nevertheless, a high capacity retention of ≈94% (referring to 0.1C) is demonstrated. Affirmed by Raman spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy, the active material remains structurally stable, suggesting capacity fading to be dominated by resistance rise at the PE, likely due to an electronic contact resistance from active material grain boundaries and/or from the interface between electrode particles and the current collector in course of high volume changes; as systematically derived by impedance spectroscopy.</p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"6 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-12-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202400330","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143554930","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Comparative Analysis of Layer Thickness Measurement Methods for Photovoltaic Modules: A Comprehensive Study","authors":"Lukas Neumaier,&nbsp;Martin De Biasio,&nbsp;Anika Gassner,&nbsp;Gabriele C. Eder,&nbsp;Thomas Nigl","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202470030","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202470030","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>Layer Thickness Measurement Methods for Photovoltaic Modules</b>\u0000 </p><p>The image shows an optical setup that measures individual layers inside small single-cell photovoltaic test modules without contact. In the foreground, a 3D scan based on optical coherence tomography of a small section of the module is presented as a color map, clearly distinguishing individual layers such as the solar cell, grid fingers, busbars, and backsheet. More details can be found in article number 2400219 by Lukas Neumaier and co-workers.\u0000\u0000 <figure>\u0000 <div><picture>\u0000 <source></source></picture><p></p>\u0000 </div>\u0000 </figure></p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"5 12","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202470030","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142868412","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Utilization of Novel (KNbO3)1−x(Ba2FeNbO6)x (x = 0.1, 0.2, 0.3) Solid Solutions for Efficient Photo-Assisted Fenton Degradation of Methylene Blue Dye","authors":"Celal Avcıoğlu,&nbsp;Peter Kraus,&nbsp;Suna Avcıoğlu,&nbsp;Julian T. Müller,&nbsp;Aleksander Gurlo,&nbsp;Maged F. Bekheet","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202400246","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202400246","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Novel (KNbO₃)_1−<i>x</i>(Ba₂FeNbO₆)_<i>x</i> (<i>x</i> = 0.1, 0.2, 0.3) solid solutions corresponding to K_0.82Ba_0.18Fe_0.09Nb_0.91O₃, K_0.64Ba_0.36Fe_0.18Nb_0.82O₃, and K_0.46Ba_0.54Fe_0.27Nb_0.73O₃ compounds have been synthesized via molten salt method. X-ray diffraction confirms the formation of solid solutions, while transmission electron microscopy combined with energy-dispersive spectroscopy results demonstrates a homogeneous distribution of elements. The obtained solid solutions crystallized in a cubic crystal structure, whereas the parent KNbO₃ possesses an orthorhombic structure. The wide bandgap semiconductor KNbO₃ transformed into a visible-light-active material, with its bandgap energy reduced from 3.56 eV to ≈2.4 eV. The substitution of K in KNbO₃ with Ba is responsible for structural modification from orthorhombic to cubic symmetry, whereas both structural modification and the substitution of Nb with Fe correlated with optical properties. The photocatalytic activities of all obtained solid solutions are improved compared with the parent KNbO₃ and Ba₂FeNbO₆ compounds for photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue (MB) dye. Among the series of solid solutions, K_0.82Ba_0.18Fe_0.09Nb_0.91O₃ photocatalysts show the highest MB removal efficiency owing to its relatively higher surface area, suppressed charge carrier recombination, and more negative conduction band edge. Moreover, K_0.82Ba_0.18Fe_0.09Nb_0.91O₃ photocatalyst (0.1 g) combined with hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) to form a novel photo-Fenton system, achieving almost complete degradation of 100 mL of 10 mg L⁻¹ MB dye in 30 min.</p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202400246","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143113368","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Ameliorating Device Efficiency of Perovskite Solar Cells via Low-Cost Interfacial Modification between SnO2 and Perovskite Absorber","authors":"Ching-Ying Wang,&nbsp;Sheng-Hsiung Yang","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202400296","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202400296","url":null,"abstract":"<p>To reduce surface defects and tune mismatched energy levels between the tin oxide (SnO₂) electron transport layer (ETL) and perovskite absorber, a mixture of urea and potassium acetate (U-PA) is firstly utilized as a healing agent. The perovskite film deposited on the SnO₂/U-PA layer exhibits enlarged grains and shortened carrier lifetime compared to that on the pristine SnO₂. The U-PA treatment not only ameliorates the photocurrent but also adjusts interfacial energy level alignment, thereby reducing the energy barrier and augmenting open-circuit voltage (<i>V</i>_OC) of the photovoltaic devices. The device based on the SnO₂/U-PA ETL leads to the best conversion efficiency breakthrough of 19.24% and a high <i>V</i>_OC of 1084.5 mV, which are much higher than those of the controlled device. Moreover, the unencapsulated device retains 70% of its initial efficiency after 800 h storage. The experimental results provide a facile and inexpensive guidance toward sustainable green energy production.</p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202400296","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143112012","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Cobalt-Based Materials in Supercapacitors and Batteries: A Review","authors":"Jyothi A. Goudar,&nbsp;Thrinethra S. N.,&nbsp;Sharanappa Chapi,&nbsp;Murugendrappa M. V.,&nbsp;Mohammad Reza Saeb,&nbsp;Mehdi Salami-Kalajahi","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202400271","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202400271","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Energy demand has become a persistent concern and high-performance energy storage systems have increasingly undergone development. Supercapacitors and batteries pose great impact on energy storage and garner a great deal of attention from technologies and researchers alike. The performance of energy saving devices is primarily determined by the electrode material in terms of high specific capacitance, excellent conductivity, remarkable natural abundance, and unique electrochemical qualities, also large surface area. Cobalt (Co)-based materials are unique electrode materials widely used in energy storage devices. Nevertheless, a combination of Co and ferrite materials such as nickel, zinc, and copper, or Co/nonferrite materials like metal–organic frameworks and layered double hydroxides has improved their ultimate efficiency. This review deals with energy storage applications of Co-based materials, categorizing ferrites, their electrochemical characterization, performance, also design and manufacturing intended to supercapacitors and batteries applications. Summarizing the main outcomes of the literature on batteries and supercapacitors, energy storage systems comprising Co-based materials combined with carbon nanotubes, graphene, silica, copper, zinc, nickel, cadmium, ferrous, and lanthanum are reviewed and discussed. Lithium-ion batteries are investigated specifically, and perspectives on Co-based ferrite development for future generations of supercapacitors and batteries are outlined.</p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"6 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202400271","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143362393","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Enhancing Uniform Crystallization and Grain Growth of Halide Perovskite Films by Combining Multipass Inkjet Printing and Antisolvent Bathing","authors":"Marc Migliozzi,&nbsp;Vishal Pal,&nbsp;Joseph Damian,&nbsp;Youngsoo Jung,&nbsp;Jung-Kun Lee","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202400218","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202400218","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Recent manufacturing of perovskite solar cells (PSC) is moving beyond a spin coating technique. Among several new methods of the large-area PSCs, inkjet printing (IJP) has emerged as a promising alternative to spin coating due to the high degree of control on printed film area and low material waste. In the IJP of PSCs, one important question is how to remove redundant excess solvent and facilitate the crystallization of the perovskite phase. Along with IJP, an antisolvent bathing is employed. This work reports how the IJP parameters and antisolvent bathing compositions affect the microstructure and initial efficiency of inkjet-printed PSCs. The halide perovskite films are submerged in the antisolvent of different temperatures to observe the formation of an intermediate phase and the evolution of perovskite phase. By observing the phase evolution using X-Ray diffraction, an optimized antisolvent bath duration is achieved for diethyl ether (DE) condition. An enhanced power conversion efficiency (PCE) and larger grain size with two sequential passes of inkjet-deposited perovskite are also reported, and the dissolution of homogeneous nucleation sites as a mechanism for larger grains is proposed. Finally, with multipass IJP and cold antisolvent DE bathing, a champion device with 15.02% PCE is achieved.</p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202400218","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143120230","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Ring Defects Associated with Boron–Oxygen-Related Degradation in p-Type Silicon Heterojunction Solar Cells","authors":"Bruno Vicari Stefani,&nbsp;Moonyong Kim,&nbsp;Matthew Wright,&nbsp;Anastasia Soeriyadi,&nbsp;Ilya Nyapshaev,&nbsp;Konstantin Emtsev,&nbsp;Brett Hallam","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202400255","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202400255","url":null,"abstract":"<p>\u0000Silicon heterojunction (SHJ) cell architectures, which have dominated silicon single-junction efficiency records for the past 10 years, are processed at relatively low temperatures, on the order of ≈250 °C. Recombination-active oxygen complexes in crystalline silicon, formed from interstitial oxygen (O_i), typically require temperatures higher than this to form. Therefore, it is typically assumed that SHJ cells are immune to such defects. This contrasts with the high-temperature passivated emitter and rear cell (PERC) and tunneling oxide passivating contact (TOPCon) architectures, which can suffer from oxygen precipitates that are recombination active and difficult to predict. Herein, ring-like defects are observed in boron-doped p-type SHJ solar cells, which leads to a degradation of open-circuit voltage. It is shown that the spatial variation of this recombination activity is related to the boron–oxygen defect, the variation of which is likely due to the radial O_i distribution. Although boron-doped p-type wafers are no longer the industry standard, the defect engineering of wafers for SHJ production, using high-temperature processing, is gaining significant interest. Such wafers can have an increased susceptibility to ring-like defects. Therefore, spatially inhomogeneous defects causing recombination may become increasingly relevant for SHJ cells.</p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"6 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202400255","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143362999","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Hybrid 2D Phosphorene-Black Carbon Material for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells as Counterelectrode","authors":"Sarah Derbali,&nbsp;Ghassane Tiouitchi,&nbsp;Omar Mounkachi,&nbsp;Abdelmajid Almaggoussi,&nbsp;Omar Moudam","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202400197","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202400197","url":null,"abstract":"<p>\u0000Since the discovery of graphene in 2004, 2D materials have been the subject of extensive research, in particular, 2D phosphorene due to its anisotropic properties. The aim of this study is, therefore, to improve the efficiency of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), considered to be the next generation of solar cells, by using 2D phosphorene material. To this end, a 2D phosphorene/black carbon hybrid material is prepared and used as a counterelectrode in DSSCs. This work also demonstrates the stability of the manufactured solar devices under different aging conditions. The results show that the device based on a 2D phosphorene/black carbon counterelectrode achieves an efficiency of 7.53%, compared with 5.68% for the pristine solar cell based on black carbon only. Interestingly, after 1200 h of continuous light exposure, the DSSC based on the hybrid 2D phosphorene/black carbon material retains 87% of its initial efficiency, while the pristine solar device maintains only 62.5% of its initial performance. This study paves the way for further research into 2D phosphorene material and its use in this promising solar technology.</p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202400197","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143117053","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"On the Quest for Oxygen Evolution Reaction Catalysts Based on Layered Double Hydroxides: An Electrochemical and Chemometric Combined Approach","authors":"Isacco Gualandi,&nbsp;Elisa Musella,&nbsp;Giulia Costa,&nbsp;Massimo Gazzano,&nbsp;Erika Scavetta,&nbsp;Sergio Zappoli,&nbsp;Domenica Tonelli","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202400233","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202400233","url":null,"abstract":"<p>\u0000The oxygen evolution reaction (OER) is a crucial process in various energy conversion and storage technologies, such as water electrolysis. Developing efficient and cost-effective electrocatalysts is essential to achieve the commercialization of devices for the transition toward sustainable energy solutions. Herein, ternary layer double hydroxides (LDHs) are synthesized and characterized as electrocatalysts for OER using a potentiodynamic electrochemical deposition method on Grafoil. A chemometric approach based on experimental design is employed to rationalize the effort in the investigation of the LDHs which are based on Ni, Co, and Fe. The deposited films are characterized using cyclic voltammetry and X-ray diffraction to determine peak currents and potentials, and crystal size. Furthermore, the electrocatalyst performances are assessed by linear sweep voltammetry in 1M KOH from which the Tafel slope and onset potential are calculated. The obtained data are used to derive models describing the material properties and electrocatalyst performance as a function of the electrolyte composition used during the LDHs electrodeposition. This study provides valuable insights into the relationship between the electrocatalyst composition and its OER activity, enabling the design of more efficient and sustainable electrochemical systems for energy applications.</p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202400233","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143114562","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Dielectric Elastomer Generators: Recent Advances in Materials, Electronic Circuits, and Prototype Developments","authors":"Krishna Veer Singh Gurjar,&nbsp;Anup Sankar Sadangi,&nbsp;Ajeet Kumar,&nbsp;Dilshad Ahmad,&nbsp;Karali Patra,&nbsp;Ieuan Collins,&nbsp;Mokarram Hossain,&nbsp;Rafic M. Ajaj,&nbsp;Yahya Zweiri","doi":"10.1002/aesr.202400221","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/aesr.202400221","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The ongoing climate crisis requires innovative methods to maximize renewable and sustainable energy resources. There have been advancements in harvesting energy from ambient motions such as wind, ocean waves, and human movements. Dielectric elastomer generators (DEGs) are a promising option for energy harvesting due to their high energy density and compatibility with low-frequency oscillations. This review provides an in-depth overview of DEGs, including electroactive materials, electromechanical characterization, electronics for harvesting, interfacing circuits, prototypes, and challenges. DEGs have the potential to play a significant role in decarbonizing energy for both small- and large-scale applications using ambient energy sources.</p>","PeriodicalId":29794,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research","volume":"6 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2024-11-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/aesr.202400221","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143114999","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}