Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hoiju Choi, Minjae Kim, Hyobin Lee, Seungwon Jung, Young-Gi Lee, Yong Min Lee, Kuk Young Cho
Summary: Among next-generation battery technologies, all-solid-state lithium batteries (ASLBs) are highly attractive due to their high safety and energy density. This study investigates the fabrication of a polymer-in-ceramic solid electrolyte (SE) and its ionic conductivity behavior under applied pressure, which differs from conventional SEs. The findings provide insights for the exploration and optimization of polymer-in-ceramic SEs, enhancing the practical use of ASLBs.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shuailei Liu, Wenyi Liu, Deliang Ba, Yongzhi Zhao, Yihua Ye, Yuanyuan Li, Jinping Liu
Summary: This review discusses the role of fillers in composite polymer electrolytes (CPEs) and their impact on the performance of solid-state lithium batteries. The article focuses on the crucial influence of filler size, concentration, and hybridization strategies on the filler-polymer interface, as well as the latest advances in filler-enabled in situ generation of a Li+-conductive layer. The review also provides insights into the future development and challenges of advanced CPEs for high-performing SSLBs.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
M. Sasikumar, R. Hari Krishna, M. Raja, Helen A. Therese, Neethu T. M. Balakrishnan, Prasanth Raghavan, P. Sivakumar
Summary: The study demonstrates that the incorporation of TiO2-NCF improves the ionic conductivity and mechanical properties of the hybrid solid polymer electrolyte (HSPE), showing potential for enhancing the electrochemical performance of polymer-based LIBs.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Hasna Aziam, Ayoub Ouarga, Oumaima Ettalibi, Devaraj Shanmukaraj, Hassan Noukrati, Houssine Sehaqui, Ismael Saadoune, Allal Barroug, Hicham Ben Youcef
Summary: Phosphorylated cellulose nanofiber (CNF-P) is a novel organic filler for composite solid polymer electrolytes (SPE). The incorporation of phosphorus enhances the flame-retardant property of cellulose nanofiber. The resulting SPE, prepared using CNF-P and poly(ethylene oxide) as matrix, shows improved mechanical properties and high conductivity values, making it viable for solid-state batteries.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hasan Jamal, Firoz Khan, Heesoo Lim, Jae Hyun Kim
Summary: By modifying the nature of SSZ-13 zeolite and incorporating it into a PEO matrix, the performance and durability of ASSLMBs were significantly improved, with enhanced ionic conductivity and suppressed Li dendrite growth.
SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Keigo Akimoto, Yuta Sugimura, Ryoji Inada
Summary: We investigated the electrochemical properties of garnet-type Li6SrLa2Bi2O12 (LSLBO) ceramic electrolyte for all-solid-state Li-ion batteries. Hot pressing at 750 degrees C was applied for the densification of LSLBO and achieved a relative density of 94%. The hot-pressed LSLBO showed higher bulk and total ionic conductivity compared to sintered LSLBO reported in previous works. The results suggest the potential application of LSLBO as a catholyte in oxide-based all-solid-state batteries.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Heng Wang, Yuxiang Li, Ya Tang, Daixin Ye, Ting He, Hongbin Zhao, Jiujun Zhang
Summary: Hf-substituted Li3InCl6 solid electrolytes with low concentration of Hf (0.1<x<0.5) exhibited enhanced ionic conductivity without affecting electrochemical stability. Li2.7In0.7Hf0.3Cl6 showed high ionic conductivity and a wide electrochemical stability window. Solid-state batteries using Li2.7In0.7Hf0.3Cl6 exhibited high discharge capacity and good cycling stability at 25 degrees C.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingyu Ma, Xiaoyan Ma, Chengchen Luo, Xinghua Guan, Fang Chen, Yibo Chen, Jingwen Tu
Summary: By synthesizing organic/inorganic hybrid star-shaped polymer and preparing composite polymer electrolyte membrane with LLZTO, the ion conductivity of the polymer can be increased and its mechanical strength can be improved.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lei Zhang, Haiqi Gao, Shijun Xiao, Jinyu Li, Tianli Ma, Qian Wang, Wen Liu, Shi Wang
Summary: In this study, a composite solid-state polymer electrolyte based on ceramic nanowires was prepared through scandium-initiated in-situ ring-opening polymerization. The electrolyte exhibits good ionic conductivity and low interfacial resistance, enabling good interfacial contact between the components of the solid-state cells. The in-situ polymerization method used in this study provides a promising direction for advancing the development of high-performance CSEs.
ACS MATERIALS LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yuyue He, Ying Li, Qingsong Tong, Jindan Zhang, Jingzheng Weng, Mengqi Zhu
Summary: A highly conductive and thermally stable hybrid polymer electrolyte was developed by combining different materials to enhance its performance, including high ionic conductivity and Li+ transfer number, as well as superior tensile strength and thermal stability. The hybrid electrolyte provided a dendrite-free lithium anode with a long life up to 1800 hours and stable solid-state lithium-metal batteries at a high temperature of 80 degrees C.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Li Yang, Qing Liu, Hang Ma, Qi An, Xiaofeng Wang, Yuqing Ding, Zhiyuan Mei, Xuelin Sheng, Lingyan Duan, Jiyang Xie, Hong Guo
Summary: Polymer electrolyte-based solid-state lithium metal batteries can increase energy density and address safety issues. However, polymer electrolytes have low lithium ion migration and weak mechanical strength. Therefore, it is crucial to search for functional fillers to enhance their performance.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
Hilal Al-Salih, Mengyang Cui, Chae-Ho Yim, Zoya Sadighi, Shuo Yan, Zouina Karkar, Gillian R. Goward, Elena A. Baranova, Yaser Abu-Lebdeh
Summary: The combination of highly conductive inorganic solid electrolyte and mechanically durable solid polymer electrolyte, along with a solid plasticizer, has been proven to be successful in making high-performance composite solid electrolytes. Applying this composite electrolyte in solid-state lithium metal batteries can achieve good ion conductivity and cycling performance.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wen-Qing Wei, Bing-Qiang Liu, Yan-Qing Wang, Kai Yan, Hao Zhang, Yu-Song Qi
Summary: This study utilized silicon carbide nanoparticles to enhance the Li+ conduction and mechanical strength of polymer electrolytes, achieving stable cycling at different current densities, which provides important reference for the development of lithium batteries.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qingjiang Yu, Kecheng Jiang, Cuiling Yu, Xianjin Chen, Chuanjian Zhang, Yi Yao, Bin Jiang, Huijin Long
Summary: Composite solid polymer electrolytes (CSPEs) are regarded as promising candidates for all-solid-state lithium batteries (ASSLBs) due to their higher ionic conductivity, better mechanical strength, and superior thermal/electrochemical stability. The type, morphology, and concentration of inorganic fillers have significant effects on the electrochemical performance of CSPEs in ASSLBs. Future research directions should focus on overcoming challenges to enhance the performance of high-performance CSPEs and ASSLBs.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Long Chen, Shaobo Huang, Dongjuan Ma, Yongchuang Xiong, Jingyi Qiu, Gaoping Cao, Hao Zhang
Summary: This study fabricated a flexible hybrid ceramic-based electrolyte with superior ionic conductivity and stable electrode/electrolyte interface contact, while also demonstrating the ability to impede lithium dendrite growth. The self-viscous modification strategy of the solid electrolyte shows promising options for implementing intimate electrode/electrolyte interfacial contact in high-energy-density solid-state batteries.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiawei Hou, Shixuan Guo, Nigel Graham, Wenzheng Yu, Kening Sun, Ting Liu
Summary: A novel 2D composite membrane based on r-HGO and MXene materials was developed, demonstrating exceptional performance for water treatment in terms of permeability, pollutant rejection, and physical stability. The optimization of preparation conditions and material proportions can result in high water flux and efficient removal of pollutants.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Retraction
Engineering, Chemical
Chang Liu, Jinghong Liu, Liang Zhu, Shanfu Tang, Huixin Xiong
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Rui Gao, Caihong Liu, Andreia F. Faria, Qiang He, Chun Yang, Jun Ma
Summary: A novel copolymer architecture has been developed to address biofouling concerns in thin-film composite (TFC) membranes by integrating anti-fouling, bactericidal, and fouling-release functions. The multifunctional membrane demonstrates promising anti-adhesive properties, self-cleaning ability, and high flux recovery rate.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alexander T. Bridge, Noah P. Wamble, Matthew S. Santoso, Joan F. Brennecke, Benny D. Freeman
Summary: This study demonstrates the reproducible preparation of high-flux defect-free asymmetric gas separation membranes using Cyrene(TM) as a majority dope formulation component. By adjusting the volume ratios of Cyrene(TM) and THF, as well as the concentrations of Matrimid(R) and the dry step time, optimal membrane performance is achieved.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alessandra Imbrogno, Han Ya Lin, Babak Minofar, Andrea Iris Schaefer
Summary: In this study, a composite nanofiber membrane containing cross-linked beta-cyclodextrin-epichlorohydrin was prepared and evaluated for the removal of steroid hormones. The results showed that the membrane had high adsorption capacity and the ability to form a specific inclusion complex interaction with the hormones, indicating its potential application in hormone removal.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Bora Shin, Jaewon Shin, Yanuar Chandra Wirasembada, Ki Young Park, Jinwoo Cho
Summary: This study develops a mathematical model to estimate the initial flux of volatile fatty acids in the direct contact membrane distillation process. It identifies the parameters affecting the flux and their relationship with pH.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yi-Jui Yeh, Jr Rong Liou, Wei Lin, Kuo-Lun Tung, Wei-Hung Chiang
Summary: This study demonstrates an effective plasma engineering method to create nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dot (NGQD)-inorganic nanocomposites for tunable molecular separation. The composite materials show high separation efficiency and controllable nanopore structures, making them potentially valuable for various applications.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Horacio Lopez-Marques, Kristofer L. Gleason, Manuel Aguilar-Vega, Rita Sulub-Sulub, J. Ehren Eichler, Hyeonji Oh, C. Buddie Mullins, Benny D. Freeman, Manish Kumar
Summary: In this study, water transport properties in Carbon Molecular Sieve (CMS) membranes were investigated. It was found that membranes synthesized at different pyrolysis temperatures exhibited varying water permeabilities. Compared to other polymeric materials, CMS membranes showed high water permeability, indicating potential for dehydration applications.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Dmitry A. Alentiev, Roman Yu. Nikiforov, Marina A. Rudakova, Danil P. Zarezin, Maxim A. Topchiy, Andrey F. Asachenko, Nikolay A. Belov, Maxim Bermeshev
Summary: A series of new norbornene-type monomers containing linear and branched substituents were synthesized, and robust thin membranes were prepared by vinyl-addition polymerization. Gas separation performance for the synthesized polymers was evaluated, and the structure of substituent side chains was found to significantly affect gas permeability and CO2 facilitated transport.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lei Yan, Qi Zhang, Ze Zhang, Gui-Jie Li, Yi Jin, Xin-Lin Zhang, Yan-Yun Sun
Summary: In this study, a continuous, stable and fast ion transport channel was established through in-situ guided cross-linking of zinc alginate hydrogels on a porous membrane, overcoming the negative pore effect and effectively inhibiting the dendrite growth of zinc anodes and interfacial side reactions.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yuqing Zhang, Ailing Zhang, Huiyang He, Yuting Fan, Yongjiang Li, Song Wang, Sanxi Li
Summary: The Langmuir-Blodgett self-assembly process is used to create an ordered SPEEK membrane, which enhances the proton conductivity by three times compared to conventional solution casting method.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Hasan Ismaeel, David Gibson, Eleonora Ricci, Maria Grazia De Angelis
Summary: In this study, a machine learning-based group contribution method (ML-GC) was developed to predict pure polymer parameters and successfully applied to predict gas solubility and gas solubility isotherms in glassy polymeric membranes. The model showed satisfactory performance on a small dataset, but has the potential to provide more accurate predictions for a wider range of polymers as more data becomes available.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yi Ji, Yu Sun, Huilin Li, Qiang Fu, Yan Zhang
Summary: Previous studies have shown that vibration- or rotation-based techniques can effectively mitigate fouling during membrane filtration. However, it is difficult to incorporate these techniques with spiral wound modules (SWMs) widely used in water and wastewater treatment. This study developed a prototype membrane system to accommodate angular vibrations with a modified SWM, and experimental results showed that applying angular vibrations can effectively control algal fouling in an SWM with lower energy consumption compared to traditional methods.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Lakshmeesha Upadhayaya, Abaynesh Yihdego Gebreyohannes, Muhammad Wakil Shahzad, Usman T. Syed, Sandra L. Aristizabal, Radoslaw Gorecki, Suzana P. Nunes
Summary: Increasing temperatures worldwide pose a significant health risk, exacerbated by high humidity. Conventional air conditioners contribute heavily to carbon dioxide emissions, with dehumidification being a major factor. Membrane-based dehumidification system offers energy efficiency and non-toxic water vapor removal. This study demonstrates a membrane dehumidification system with polymeric hollow fibers coated with a green polyphenol coating, showing remarkable water vapor transport rate and selectivity. Long-term testing reveals minimal decline in vapor transport and a 4-5 times higher coefficient of performance (COP) compared to conventional dehumidifiers, making it a highly competitive, energy-saving device with reduced emissions and a smaller footprint.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhengzhong Zhou, Xue Zhu, Yi Yuan, Shaoqiang Wang, Xiaoshan Meng, Taoli Huhe, Qian Wang
Summary: In this study, lignin, a biomass material, was chemically modified and utilized in the interfacial polymerization process to improve the performance of nanofiltration membranes. The modified membranes showed enhanced hydrophilicity and anti-fouling properties, and the optimization of membrane pore size increased permeability. The study also demonstrated the potential application of the membranes in biogas slurry valorization.
JOURNAL OF MEMBRANE SCIENCE
(2024)