Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sucheng Liu, Jiangfeng He, Dao-sheng Liu, Minghui Ye, Yufei Zhang, Yanlin Qin, Cheng Chao Li
Summary: This study proposes a novel aqueous electrolyte to inhibit vanadium dissolution and significantly extend cycling lifespan at low current density by regulating the solvation structure of Zn2+. The optimized electrolyte solvation structure stabilizes the electrolyte/cathode interfaces, inhibits crystalline-to-amorphous transformation, and maintains the integrity of the vanadium oxide host lattice.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shizhou Luo, Xinxin Cao, Qiong Su, Yangpu Zhang, Shengyuan Liu, Xuefang Xie, Shuquan Liang, Anqiang Pan
Summary: This article successfully synthesized a cathode composed of Ba0.26V2O5·0.92H(2)O nanobelts, which can deliver high capacity in AZIBs and demonstrate excellent cycle stability and rate performance. The formation of BaSO4 cathode-electrolyte interphase film effectively inhibits the dissolution of V ions.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Iqra Moeez, Dieky Susanto, Wonyoung Chang, Hee-Dae Lim, Kyung Yoon Chung
Summary: In this study, functional additives NaF and Na2CO3 were used to form a thick and stable cathode electrolyte interphase (CEI), effectively preventing capacity fading of Na0.67Fe0.5Mn0.5O2 during electrochemical cycles. The artificially induced CEI layer inhibits dissolution of transition metals and deterioration of the solid interphase, resulting in improved cyclability compared to bare Na0.67Fe0.5Mn0.5O2.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Hanwen Liu, Qianqin Zhou, Qingbing Xia, Yaojie Lei, Xiang Long Huang, Mike Tebyetekerwa, Xiu Song Zhao
Summary: Aqueous zinc-ion batteries have advantages such as low cost and good safety, but they face challenges due to poor electrode-electrolyte interface. This review analyzes the interfacial challenges and discusses design strategies like electrolyte optimization and electrode modification to address these issues. It provides recommendations and strategies for the rational design of electrode-electrolyte interface in aqueous zinc-ion batteries towards high-performance and reliable energy storage.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei Zhang, Guanjie He
Summary: Aqueous zinc metal batteries (AZMBs) are a promising electrochemical energy storage technology due to their high safety, low cost, and high energy density. However, they suffer from side reactions such as dendrite formation and hydrogen evolution. Researchers at the University of Adelaide have developed a novel electrolyte using dimethyl methylphosphonate (DMMP) as a solvent to create a stable and uniform phosphate-based solid electrolyte interface (SEI) layer on the zinc surface. This results in improved Coulombic efficiencies and capacity retentions.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Binbin Shuai, Cheng Zhou, Yuqiang Pi, Xu Xu
Summary: In this study, a strategy of coating a layer of ZnO film on a hydrated nanosheet array cathode of vanadium dioxide is employed to effectively suppress vanadium dissolution and side reactions, resulting in improved capacity retention of the cathode.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shan Guo, Liping Qin, Tengsheng Zhang, Miao Zhou, Jiang Zhou, Guozhao Fang, Shuquan Liang
Summary: Electrolyte additive is a key technology in energy storage, especially for aqueous zinc-ion batteries, but there is a lack of systematic research on its features and mechanisms. A comprehensive review on commonly used zinc-ion electrolyte additives is essential for further improvements in this field.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jeong-Hoon Park, Sung Hyun Park, Daeha Joung, Chanhoon Kim
Summary: Biopolymer hydrogel interphase derived from abundant natural polysaccharide stabilizes zinc anodes in aqueous zinc-ion batteries, enabling dendrite-free homogeneous zinc deposition and improving cycle stability and energy density.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingteng Zhao, Congying Song, Shaobo Ma, Qixin Gao, Zhujie Li, Ying Dai, Guoxing Li
Summary: An antifreezing polymeric-acid electrolyte containing polyethylene glycol diacid (PEGDA) is developed to enable stable Zn anodes in strongly acidic environment and high-performance ZIBs.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yating Li, Zuhao Yu, Jianhang Huang, Yonggang Wang, Yongyao Xia
Summary: The problems of zinc anode, such as dendrite growth and hydrogen evolution, significantly impair the performance of zinc batteries. The solid electrolyte interphase (SEI), crucial for achieving high reversibility of lithium anode in non-aqueous organic solvents, also contributes to the improvement of zinc anode performance in aqueous electrolytes. However, current research on the interphase for zinc electrodes is fragmented, lacking a deep understanding of the underlying causes or general design rules for SEI construction. The high reactivity of water molecules poses a serious challenge for effective SEI formation.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Zong, Hongwei He, Yizhen Wang, Menghua Wu, Xiaochuan Ren, Zhongchao Bai, Nana Wang, Xin Ning, Shi Xue Dou
Summary: Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) are considered safe, affordable, and environmentally friendly. However, dendrite deposition on the zinc anode and dissolution of common cathodes limit their development. Various techniques, including electrolyte regulation, coating or current collector development, and cathode structural stability improvement, have been used to address these issues. Functionalized separator strategies have recently gained popularity as effective ways to improve ZIB performance. This work provides a systematic overview of the most recent findings on functionalized separators in ZIBs, including their effects and preparation/ modification methods, as well as discusses the constraints and future potential of current functionalized separator development.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tingting Lv, Yi Peng, Guangxun Zhang, Shu Jiang, Zilin Yang, Shengyang Yang, Huan Pang
Summary: This article systematically reviews the research advances in vanadium-based compounds for AZIBs, introducing the preparation methods, crystal structures, electrochemical performances, and energy storage mechanisms of vanadium phosphates, vanadium oxides, vanadates, vanadium sulfides, and vanadium nitrides. The limitations and development prospects of vanadium-based compounds are also pointed out. Vanadium-based compounds as cathode materials for AZIBs are expected to flourish in the future and attract more and more researchers' attention.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiandong Liu, Mingguang Wu, Xin Li, Daxiong Wu, Huaping Wang, Junda Huang, Jianmin Ma
Summary: Constructing robust electrode electrolyte interphases (EEIs) with polar amide groups and a Li3N/LiF heterostructure can enhance the charge cut-off voltage of LiCoO2 at 4.6 V, improving the battery density and addressing the challenge of structural instability.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Kuo Wang, Fangming Liu, Qianrui Li, Jiaqi Zhu, Tong Qiu, Xiao-Xia Liu, Xiaoqi Sun
Summary: This study regulates the interfaces at both Zn anode and vanadium oxide cathode in aqueous batteries with a high donor number electrolyte additive. By introducing N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP) molecule to the ZnSO4 electrolyte, the researchers are able to protect the Zn anode from corrosion and achieve high coulombic efficiency of plating-stripping. The formation of cathode-electrolyte interface effectively suppresses vanadium dissolution and enhances the capacity retention over cycling.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Young-Hoon Lee, Yunseo Jeoun, Ji Hwan Kim, Jaehyuk Shim, Kwang-Soon Ahn, Seung-Ho Yu, Yung-Eun Sung
Summary: This research achieved uniform Zn deposition, suppression of corrosion, and vanadium oxide-based cathode dissolution in aqueous zinc-ion batteries by using a selective ion transport layer composed of MOF-801, thereby improving the performance and stability of the batteries.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jie Ji, Jia Yao, Yongchang Xu, Houzhao Wan, Bao Zhang, Lin Lv, Jingying Li, Nengze Wang, Zhaohan Zheng, Jun Zhang, Guokun Ma, Li Tao, Hanbin Wang, Yi Wang, Hao Wang
Summary: In this study, the introduction of Ni2+ into γ-MnO2 is proposed to promote proton migration kinetics, resulting in improved energy storage performance for aqueous Zn-MnO2 batteries.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Ze Huang, Yutong Liu, Qiyang Cao, Yong Zhao, Zhaowang Cao, Sai Guo, Ling Miao, Jianjun Jiang
Summary: This article discusses the significant reduction of radar cross section (RCS) on curved surfaces in the low microwave frequency band. By using a design method of partition layout loading of frequency selective surface (FSS) absorbers, the surface current can be controlled to effectively reduce RCS. The comparison of scattering field intensities on different zones of the curved surface shows the importance of suppressing surface current to reduce RCS effectively.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON MICROWAVE THEORY AND TECHNIQUES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Sai Guo, Zhanglong Mao, Shimin Hu, Haoran Li, Zhaowang Cao, Xiao Ji, Ling Miao, Jianjun Jiang
Summary: This letter presents a switchable double-sided absorber/reflector that achieves broadband performance. By using resonance cancelation and appropriate design measures, it overcomes the limitation of absorption bandwidth caused by the parasitic capacitance of the p-i-n diode. Experimental measurements are consistent with simulations.
IEEE ANTENNAS AND WIRELESS PROPAGATION LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Fan He, Kaixuan Si, Rui Li, Dace Zha, Jianxiong Dong, Ling Miao, Shaowei Bie, Jianjun Jiang
Summary: A novel composite of an area-coated grading honeycomb (ACGH) structure and a frequency selective surface (FSS) was investigated for use as broadband microwave absorbing. By replacing the traditional aramid honeycomb with an absorbing honeycomb structure, the absorption bandwidth was increased, and the physical mechanism was analyzed using an equivalent circuit model and the impedance range diagram.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON ANTENNAS AND PROPAGATION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hongyu Lu, Jisong Hu, Yan Zhang, Kaiqi Zhang, Xiaoying Yan, Heqi Li, Jianzhu Li, Yujie Li, Jingxin Zhao, Bingang Xu
Summary: In this research, a novel 3D cold-trap environment printing (3DCEP) technology is proposed to fabricate the MXene and Zn-P (3DCEP-MXene/Zn-P) anode with highly ordered arrangement. The 3DCEP-MXene/Zn-P anode demonstrates improved cycling lifespan and coulombic efficiency due to the unique inhibition mechanism and physical confinement effects within the anode. Furthermore, when paired with MXene and Co doped MnHCF cathode via 3DCEP, the full battery shows high cyclic durability with a capacity retention of 95.7% after 1600 cycles.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ming Li, Xuanpeng Wang, Jisong Hu, Jiexin Zhu, Chaojiang Niu, Huazhang Zhang, Cong Li, Buke Wu, Chunhua Han, Liqiang Mai
Summary: A novel strategy was reported to break the hydrogen bond network between water molecules and construct the Zn(TFSI)(2)-sulfolane-H2O deep eutectic solvents. This strategy effectively cuts off the transfer of protons/hydroxides and inhibit the activity of H2O, resulting in improved stability and performance of aqueous Zn metal batteries.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Hao Zhang, Hang Ye, Zeguo Lu, Wentao Dai, Meng Xiao, Jianjun Jiang, Ling Miao
Summary: This letter proposes a miniaturized frequency selective rasorber (FSR) based on parallel-plate capacitors, which can delay the appearance of grating lobes in antenna systems. Through optimizing the unit topology and material selection, an efficient and compact design is achieved, and its feasibility is verified through experiments.
IEEE ANTENNAS AND WIRELESS PROPAGATION LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qiang Hu, Jisong Hu, Lei Li, Qiwen Ran, Yuyao Ji, Xingquan Liu, Jingxin Zhao, Bingang Xu
Summary: The addition of additives such as hexanehexol (Hex) can enhance the reversibility of Zn-metal aqueous batteries by regulating the solvation shell and electrode interface. Experimental results show that Hex, with 6 hydroxyls, is the most effective additive as it forms more hydrogen bonds with active H2O molecules and achieves stronger adsorption energy with Zn metal. This hydroxyl chemistry strategy can be applied to screening other electrolyte additives, indicating its practical universality.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Huan He, Fu-Chun Pan, Xue-Wei Liang, Qiang Hub, Shude Liu, Jisong Hue, Seong Chan Jun, Dunmin Lin, Yusuke Yamauchi, Yu Huo
Summary: This study develops a cathode material called NVO with controllable structural water for zinc-ion storage, which improves ion transport and enables fast storage. The NVO-2.6 cathode exhibits high structural stability and multi-electron redox ability, leading to high performance in terms of specific capacity and long-term cyclability.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Huan Liu, Zijun Xin, Bin Cao, Zhijing Xu, Bin Xu, Qizhen Zhu, Jin-Lin Yang, Bao Zhang, Hong Jin Fan
Summary: Trehalose, as an electrolyte additive, can improve the stability of the zinc anode, promote planar zinc deposition, and increase the cycle life of the battery.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xinyuan Zhang, Bao Zhang, Jin-Lin Yang, Jiawen Wu, Heng Jiang, Fei Du, Hong Jin Fan
Summary: A decoupled aqueous zinc-sulfur battery with a high-mass loading sulfur electrode and single ion-selective membrane has been achieved. The battery exhibits a reversible energy density of 3988 Wh kgs-1, stable operation over 300 cycles, and an energy density of 53.2 mWh cm-2.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Ze Huang, Zhinan Luo, Yong Zhao, Haoran Li, Kaixuan Si, Yi Han, Ling Miao, Jianjun Jiang
Summary: This communication reports a wideband radar cross section (RCS) reduction of an elliptic surface in TM polarization. The main scattering sources and mechanisms of the elliptic surface are accurately identified using the inverse synthetic aperture radar (ISAR) imaging technique and high-frequency approximation theory. The use of frequency selective surface (FSS) absorber and tapered resistive sheets (TRSs) effectively suppress specular reflection and handle scattering from trailing edges. Both simulation and measurement results demonstrate a 10 dB RCS reduction (RCSR) within the 1.35-4.9 GHz TM polarization range.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON ANTENNAS AND PROPAGATION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hongyu Lu, Jisong Hu, Xijun Wei, Kaiqi Zhang, Xiao Xiao, Jingxin Zhao, Qiang Hu, Jing Yu, Guangmin Zhou, Bingang Xu
Summary: This paper presents the development of a biomass-based hydrogel electrolyte that can effectively inhibit side reactions on the zinc anode and be easily retrieved from zinc batteries.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Shuibin Tu, Bao Zhang, Yan Zhang, Zihe Chen, Xiancheng Wang, Renming Zhan, Yangtao Ou, Wenyu Wang, Xuerui Liu, Xiangrui Duan, Li Wang, Yongming Sun
Summary: This study shows that by constructing an ultrathin phosphorus layer on the graphite surface, the charging speed and capacity retention of lithium-ion batteries can be improved. The results suggest that the regulation of SEI components and structure is crucial for enhancing battery performance.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Zhaowang Cao, Gengjiang Yao, Dace Zha, Yong Zhao, Yi Wu, Ling Miao, Shaowei Bie, Jianjun Jiang
Summary: In this study, a new design concept of a single-layer impedance-well (IW) passive absorber is proposed for the first time, which exhibits enhanced absorption bandwidth and effectively approaches the Rozanov thickness limit for passive absorbers. The design concept is explained using transmission line theory and circuit analysis.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON ANTENNAS AND PROPAGATION
(2022)
