Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chuanliang Wei, Liwen Tan, Yuchan Zhang, Baojuan Xi, Shenglin Xiong, Jinkui Feng, Yitai Qian
Summary: Metallic Mg is a promising anode material for rechargeable magnesium-ion batteries, but low Mg2+ conductivity caused by liquid electrolyte passivation hinders its development. This study found that Mg dendrites can be formed in Mg metal anodes, and these nanoscale dendrites can pierce through separators and cause short circuits. By painting a liquid metal Ga layer on Mg foil, the issues of Mg metal anodes can be addressed and a high-performance Mg metal anode can be obtained.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xinyang Yue, Jing Zhang, Yongteng Dong, Yuanmao Chen, Zhangqin Shi, Xuejiao Xu, Xunlu Li, Zheng Liang
Summary: To address the issue of lithium (Li) plating on graphite anodes during fast charging, Li plating regulation and morphology control are proposed. A Li plating-reversible graphite anode is achieved through a localized high-concentration electrolyte (LHCE), resulting in high reversibility and stability. The stable LiF-rich solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) enables a higher average Coulombic efficiency (99.9%) and reversibility of Li plating (99.95%). A self-made LiNi0.5Mn0.3Co0.2O2 | graphite pouch cell exhibits a competitive capacity retention of 84.4% even at high current (7.2 A) after 150 cycles, demonstrating the potential for high-performance fast-charging batteries.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Guodong Zou, Jiawen Feng, Xue Zhao, Jinming Wang, Yangyang Wang, Weihao Yang, Mengyao Wei, Yimin Wang, Lanjie Li, Liqun Ren, Carlos Fernandez, Qiuming Peng
Summary: This article summarizes the challenges faced by rechargeable magnesium metal batteries (RMBs) in electrode applications, including surface passivation, uneven deposition/dissolution, and corrosion. It then discusses the protective measures through three-dimensional host nanostructure fabrication, Mg alloys anode design, current collector modification, artificial solid-electrolyte interphase construction, and electrolyte optimization. Finally, the future prospects and outlooks for developing other strategies to improve the performance of rechargeable Mg batteries and promote their commercial applications are also discussed.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiahui Zhou, Yang Mei, Feng Wu, Yutong Hao, Wenwen Ma, Li Li, Man Xie, Renjie Chen
Summary: An artificial protective layer (APL) is constructed on the Zn-metal anode to improve the interfacial stability and electrochemical performance in high-rate cycling.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Liling Lei, Jiahao Dong, Siwen Ke, Shishan Wu, Shuai Yuan
Summary: This review provides an overview of the research efforts on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and covalent organic frameworks (COFs) employed in zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs), including an explanation of the basic concept and existing problems associated with Zn anodes, and a summary of MOF/COF-based materials addressing these challenges. The emphasis is on establishing the relationship between the MOF/COF structure and their electrochemical performance in ZIBs. Challenges and perspectives with MOF/COF-based materials for future aqueous zinc ion energy storage equipment are also put forward.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiaxian Zheng, Zihao Huang, Ye Zeng, Wanqiang Liu, Binbin Wei, Zhengbing Qi, Zhoucheng Wang, Chuan Xia, Hanfeng Liang
Summary: In this work, a generate strategy was proposed to eliminate the tip effect by utilizing the electrostatic shielding effect. By coating Zn anodes with magnetron sputtered Al-based alloy protective layers, the strength of the electrostatic shield can be controlled, resulting in a long lifespan of Zn anodes.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jingyi Wu, Zhixiang Rao, Xueting Liu, Yue Shen, Chun Fang, Lixia Yuan, Zhen Li, Wuxing Zhang, Xiaolin Xie, Yunhui Huang
Summary: Controllable dendrite growth in lithium metal batteries has been a major obstacle to their commercialization. A polycationic and hydrophobic polymer protective layer has been developed to address this issue, allowing for stable and efficient Li metal anodes. This protective layer enables steady Li plating/stripping, improved Li utilization efficiency, and enhanced electrochemical performance in cells utilizing LiNi0.8Mn0.1Co0.1O2 and LiFePO4. The layer also contributes to the formation of a stable solid electrolyte interphase (SEI), as demonstrated through mechanism investigation.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Fanfan Liu, Guoqin Cao, Jinjin Ban, Honghong Lei, Yan Zhang, Guosheng Shao, Aiguo Zhou, Li zhen Fan, Junhua Hu
Summary: This review discusses recent advances in interfacial science and engineering of magnesium batteries (MBs), focusing on interfacial chemistry including passivation layer formation, incompatibilities, ion transport, and dendrite growth. Strategies for building stable electrode/interfaces and developing solid-state electrolytes to improve the performance of MBs are reviewed, along with challenges in this field.
JOURNAL OF MAGNESIUM AND ALLOYS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xuan Luo, Qingshun Nian, Zihong Wang, Bing-Qing Xiong, Shunqiang Chen, Yecheng Li, Xiaodi Ren
Summary: A seamless MOF-based interphase is constructed on the Zn surface via a vapor-solid reaction, which eliminates undesired electrolyte diffusion and promotes uniform Zn deposition with high efficiency. This strategy addresses the challenges of dendrite growth and side reactions, and shows promise for practical application of aqueous zinc batteries in large-scale energy storage.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hongyu Qin, Wei Kuang, Nan Hu, Xiaomin Zhong, Dan Huang, Fang Shen, Zongwu Wei, Yanping Huang, Jing Xu, Huibing He
Summary: This study introduces a thiourea additive to improve the performance of aqueous zinc ion batteries (AZIBs) by constructing a unique metal-molecule interface, which regulates the interface chemistry of the zinc electrode and the electrolyte environment. The metal-molecule interface acts as a corrosion inhibitor to alleviate water-induced side reactions and as a regulator for promoting homogeneous zinc deposition, resulting in a corrosion-free and dendrite-free zinc anode. The zinc|zinc symmetric cell exhibits an extended lifespan and high cumulative capacity, while the zinc|V2O5 full cell shows a high capacity retention after cycles.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chuanliang Wei, Liwen Tan, Yuchan Zhang, Zhengran Wang, Jinkui Feng, Yitai Qian
Summary: This review summarizes the modification strategies proposed in recent years for magnesium metal anodes in rechargeable magnesium-ion batteries, and provides suggestions and outlooks to promote their application.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Guoxing Li, Shipeng Liu, Zhe Liu, Yingjie Zhao
Summary: The controllable design of an ordered LiF-rich and lithiophilic hybrid Janus interphase (LiF-HJI) using organic fluorination reagent as a functional SEI precursor has been reported in this study, which enables stable Li metal anodes under harsh conditions and greatly improves cycling stability and capacity retention.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yuxiang Xie, Yixin Huang, Yinggan Zhang, Tairui Wu, Shishi Liu, Miaolan Sun, Bruce Lee, Zhen Lin, Hui Chen, Peng Dai, Zheng Huang, Jian Yang, Chenguang Shi, Deyin Wu, Ling Huang, Yingjie Hua, Chongtai Wang, Shigang Sun
Summary: A novel surface modification technique using heptafluorobutyric acid is proposed to address the reactivity and dendritic growth issues of Li metal. The lithiophilic interface of lithium heptafluorobutyrate generated in-situ significantly improves cycle stability and Coulombic efficiency in carbonate-based electrolytes.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jinbiao Chen, Dongdong Li, Kaiji Lin, Yifeng Cheng, Zhicong Shi
Summary: This study introduces a uniform and dense LiF artificial solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) to address corrosion and dendrite growth issues in Li-O2 batteries. The LiF layer improves the interfacial stability of the batteries and enables longer cycle life. The results also demonstrate the excellent cycle stability of Li-O2 batteries with LiF@Li anodes at high current densities.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yaohui Huang, Jiarun Geng, Zhuoliang Jiang, Meng Ren, Bo Wen, Jun Chen, Fujun Li
Summary: This study attempts a solvation-regulated strategy in tetraethylene glycol dimethyl ether (G4) based electrolyte to achieve stable lithium anodes in Li-O-2 batteries. By incorporating trifluoroacetate anions (TFA(-)) with strong Li+ affinity into the lithium bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide (LiTFSI)/G4 electrolyte, the Li+-G4 interaction is attenuated and anion-dominant solvates are formed. The bisalt electrolyte with 0.5 M LiTFA and 0.5 M LiTFSI mitigates G4 decomposition and induces an inorganic-rich solid electrolyte interphase (SEI), leading to improved Li+ diffusion and extended lifespan in Li-O-2 batteries.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Rongrong Guo, Miao Xiao, Wanyu Zhao, Shan Zhou, Yangnan Hu, Menghui Liao, Shengping Wang, Xiaowei Yang, Renjie Chai, Mingliang Tang
Summary: Ti3C2Tx MXene nanosheets have shown the potential to regulate the fate of neural stem cells (NSCs) by promoting their proliferation and neural differentiation. NSCs cultured on Ti(3)C(2)T(x)MXene films exhibit enhanced electrical activity and more mature neurons with longer neurites and increased branching. Electrical stimulation applied through the Ti(3)C(2)T(x)MXene film further enhances NSC proliferation. This study expands the potential applications of MXene materials and provides new strategies for stem cell research.
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Min Li, Bilin Xu, Linjuan Zheng, Jialiang Zhou, Zhengxin Luo, Wanfei Li, Wujun Ma, Qinghui Mao, Hengxue Xiang, Meifang Zhu
Summary: In this study, a PANI@CNT/PRGO hybrid fiber was designed and fabricated, enabling rapid ion diffusion, fast electron transport, and sufficient utilization of active sites. The strong interfacial interaction between PANI and CNT/PRGO fiber resulted in excellent deformation and cycling stability, while achieving a high volumetric capacitance of 50.2 F cm-3 and outstanding energy density of 6.97 mWh cm-3.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wanyu Zhao, Yuan Liu, Xiaoli Zhao, Zhenghui Pan, Jianping Chen, Songhe Zheng, Lingli Qu, Xiaowei Yang
Summary: The demand for high-energy-density and safe energy storage devices has led to increased interest in high-voltage rechargeable magnesium batteries (RMB). The development of high-voltage electrolytes, which serve as the bridge between cathode and anode materials, is crucial for realizing high-voltage RMBs. This paper provides an overview of three chloride-free electrolyte systems with wide electrochemical windows, discusses degradation mechanisms and modification strategies at the anode/electrolyte interphase, and highlights future directions for stabilizing magnesium anodes and achieving high-voltage RMBs.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Physics, Applied
Jing Hu, Cong Lin, Yan Cheng, Yonghui Zheng, Tao Wei, Wanfei Li, Yun Ling, Qianqian Liu, Miao Cheng, Ruirui Wang, Sannian Song, Zhitang Song, Yinghui Wei, Bo Liu
Summary: A carbon and chromium co-doped Sb2Te strategy is proposed to achieve high operation speed and stability in phase change memory (PCM) applications. The co-doping of carbon and chromium enhances thermal stability without sacrificing the phase transition rate, leading to good data retention, low-volume change rate, fast switching speed, and good endurance.
APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Geological
Xing-Long Gong, Xiao-Qing Chen, Jian-Gang Chen, Dong-Ri Song, Wan-Yu Zhao
Summary: This study establishes a modified debris flow runout distance model that considers the effects of particle collision, Coulomb friction, and viscous drag. The model introduces the Bagnold number and Savage number to establish the link between micro and macro variables, providing a new approach for predicting debris flow runout distance. The modified model is validated and analyzed based on data from flume experiments and actual debris flow events, showing good performance in predicting debris flow runout distance. Additionally, this study discusses the factors affecting debris flow runout distance and the shortcomings of the modified model, providing a basis for further research in the future.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Ke Wang, Shuli Jia, Wanyu Zhao, Meiling Ge, Birong Dong
Summary: Background: There is a correlation between decline in lung function and sarcopenia, characterized by loss of skeletal muscle mass. The serum creatinine to cystatin C ratio (CCR) has been suggested as a biomarker for muscle mass. However, the relationship between CCR and lung function decline is not yet known. Methods: Data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) in 2011 and 2015 was used. Serum creatinine and cystatin C were measured in 2011, and lung function was assessed by peak expiratory flow (PEF) in both 2011 and 2015. Linear regression models were used to analyze the association between CCR and PEF, adjusting for potential confounders. Results: The study included 5812 participants over the age of 50 (50.8% women; mean age 63.3 +/- 6.5 years) in a cross-sectional analysis in 2011, with 4164 individuals followed up in 2015. Serum CCR was found to be positively associated with PEF and PEF% pred. Every 1 standard deviation increase in CCR was associated with a 41.55 L/min increase in PEF (p < 0.001) and a 10.77% increase in PEF% pred (p < 0.001). Longitudinal analysis showed that higher CCR at baseline was associated with a slower annual decline in PEF and PEF% pred. This relationship was significant only in women and never smokers. Conclusions: A higher CCR is associated with a slower decline in lung function in women and never smokers. CCR may be a valuable marker for monitoring and predicting lung function decline in middle-aged and older adults.
RESPIRATORY MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yangyang Wang, Shaokang Yang, Jingwei Zhang, Zhuo Chen, Bo Zhu, Jian Li, Shijing Liang, Yunxiang Bai, Jianhong Xu, Dewei Rao, Liangliang Dong, Chunfang Zhang, Xiaowei Yang
Summary: The study developed a capillary force-driven self-assembling strategy to construct a scalable and stable CO2-responsive membrane for the smart separation of various oil/water systems.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Songhe Zheng, Wanyu Zhao, Jianping Chen, Xiaoli Zhao, Zhenghui Pan, Xiaowei Yang
Summary: Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) are considered as a promising solution for large-scale energy storage due to their high safety, low cost, environmental friendliness, and high energy density. The use of two-dimensional materials in the design of advanced zinc anodes is being extensively investigated to address the issues of dendrites, corrosion, and hydrogen evolution.
NANO-MICRO LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jianping Chen, Wanyu Zhao, Jiangmin Jiang, Xiaoli Zhao, Songhe Zheng, Zhenghui Pan, Xiaowei Yang
Summary: Rechargeable aqueous Zn-ion batteries (ZIBs) are considered as one of the most promising candidates for next-generation energy storage systems due to their high safety, low cost, environmental friendliness, and satisfactory energy density. However, issues with Zn anode including dendrite growth, hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), and side reactions hinder their large-scale practical applications by shortening lifespan and raising safety risks.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuan Liu, Wanyu Zhao, Zhenghui Pan, Zhengqing Fan, Meng Zhang, Xiaoli Zhao, Jianping Chen, Xiaowei Yang
Summary: To solve the problems faced by magnesium metal anodes, researchers have constructed a benign coordination layer at the magnesium/electrolyte interface using aniline with a strong affinity for magnesium and high stability. This coordination layer mitigates side reactions, resulting in a non-passivating interface and achieving low overpotential and uniform magnesium deposition.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shanyi Zhu, Xiaoli Zhao, Yayun Shi, Yuchen Wu, Bowen Zhang, Congcong Liu, Zhenghui Pan, Zhijun Zuo, Xiaowei Yang
Summary: The construction of artificial channels with gating functions is crucial for understanding biological processes and achieving efficient bionic functions. In this study, a voltage gating membrane of two-dimensional channels is proposed, which selectively transports neutral glucose molecules with a dimension of 0.60 nm. The permeation of glucose is controlled by manipulating the water dynamics in the nanochannel through electrochemical means. The sub-nanometer size of the channel enables selective permeation of glucose over sucrose.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Lele Liu, Wanyu Zhao, Meng Zhang, Zhengqing Fan, Yuan Liu, Zhenghui Pan, Xiaoli Zhao, Xiaowei Yang
Summary: Researchers have successfully established an ideal solid electrolyte interface by tuning the solvation structure of Li+ ions, enabling the uniform deposition of lithium metal and improving the Coulombic efficiency and cycling performance of lithium metal batteries.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Huang-lin Dou, Zhen-xin Zhao, Sun -bin Yang, Xiao-min Wang, Xiao-wei Yang
Summary: This review highlights recent models of Li dendrite formation and discusses the advantages of using carbon materials to inhibit their formation. The limitations of carbon materials and future research directions are also summarized.
NEW CARBON MATERIALS
(2023)