Review
Engineering, Environmental
Suraj Rana, Rajan Kumar, Rabinder Singh Bharj
Summary: This review summarizes safety concerns and measures in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), focuses on recent materials developments, material modifications, novel materials, and additives used to improve the safety of LIBs. The advances in inner battery materials involve improvements in cathode and anode materials, non-flammable electrolytes, flame-retardant additives, and overcharge protective additives to enhance the battery's safety. The advances in outer materials include battery thermal management systems (BTMS) and battery protective casing materials, which improve the battery's safety from thermal and mechanical abuses. This paper provides valuable insights for researchers and motivates further advancements in high energy density batteries.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xinwang Cao, Chang Ma, Lei Luo, Lei Chen, Hui Cheng, Raphael Simha Orenstein, Xiangwu Zhang
Summary: The addition of nanofiber materials to Li-ion batteries has been a significant advancement, as it provides unique structural features and enhances their electrochemical performance. This article discusses recent advancements in nanofiber materials for Li-ion batteries, including the synthesis, structure, and properties of nanofiber cathodes, anodes, separators, and electrolytes, as well as their applications. The challenges and prospects of nanofiber materials in Li-ion battery applications are also outlined.
ADVANCED FIBER MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
Jae-Seong Yeo, Eunji Yoo, Chae Nam Im, Jang-Hyeon Cho
Summary: The performance of liquid metal batteries can be significantly improved by alloying the cell components, resulting in higher charging and discharging voltages, improved rate capability, and reduced capacity losses. The Sn-Bi cell, with alloying of tin and bismuth, demonstrates excellent cycle performance and shows promising potential for industrial applications in stationary storage.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hikari Asano, Jiali Liu, Kazuhide Ueno, Kaoru Dokko, Toshikatsu Kojima, Nobuhiko Takeichi, Takuhiro Miyuki, Yukio Yamakawa, Masayoshi Watanabe
Summary: The study investigates the reversibility of Li deposition/dissolution on a copper substrate using sulfurous solvating electrolytes in fabricating anodeless Li2S-cathode-based batteries. By optimizing the electrolyte composition and deposition conditions, high reversibility and cycling performance of the battery can be achieved.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yanan Zhang, Jiangbo Wang, Mensah Alfred, Pengfei Lv, Fenglin Huang, Yibing Cai, Hui Qiao, Qufu Wei
Summary: This article provides a systematic summary of the recent advances in micro-nanofiber-derived functional materials for zinc-air batteries (ZABs), highlighting their roles in accelerating charge and discharge reactions, increasing service life, and enhancing flexibility.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2022)
Editorial Material
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Sheng Shui Zhang
Summary: Fast charging of Li-ion cells faces challenges including accelerated capacity fade and inferior charging capability. Apart from the well-known issues of Li plating and voltage polarization, there are hidden factors such as failure of the solid electrolyte interphase, structural degradation of cathode materials, and high activation energies of Li+ ions in the electrolyte. Understanding these factors can help propose solutions to the fast-charging problems.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chengtian Zhou, Lei Zheng, Tianhao He, Mohammad Akbari Garakani, Sara Abouali, Yanbin Shen, Liwei Chen, Venkataraman Thangadurai
Summary: An economical carbonate-glyme hybrid electrolyte (CGHE) compatible with both Li anode and Ni-rich cathode was designed to improve the performance of Li batteries, achieving a capacity retention of 73%. The unique solvation structure of the electrolyte enables facile ion migrations, resulting in significantly extended cycle life of the battery.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jin Li, Chengjun Han, Xuewu Ou, Yongbing Tang
Summary: Calcium-ion batteries (CIBs) have great potential for energy storage applications due to the abundance, low redox potential, and multivalent properties of calcium (Ca). However, the lack of suitable electrolytes and electrode materials has restricted the cycling stability and capacity of CIBs. In this study, a concentrated electrolyte with a calcium bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide (Ca(FSI)(2)) salt dissolved in carbonate solvents was developed, which significantly improved the intercalation capacity for anions in the graphite cathode and the reversible insertion of Ca2+ in the organic anode. By combining this electrolyte with low-cost graphite cathode and organic anode, a Ca-based dual-ion battery (Ca-DIB) with high specific discharge capacity and good capacity retention was achieved.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Srikanth Ponnada, Demudu Babu Gorle, Rapaka S. Chandra Bose, Maryam Sadat Kiai, Meghali Devi, Chikkili Venkateswara Raju, Nilgun Baydogan, Karuna Kar Nanda, Frank Marken, Rakesh K. Sharma
Summary: Compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries, all-solid-state batteries offer improved safety and higher energy and power density. However, the limitations of solid electrolytes and the lack of suitable electrolytes hinder their practical applications. In recent years, 3D printing techniques have played a vital role in constructing solid-state batteries, enhancing their performance and addressing existing challenges and limitations.
BATTERIES & SUPERCAPS
(2022)
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)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Muharrem Kunduraci, Selda Kilic Cetin, Ugur Caglayan, Rasiha Nefise Mutlu, Dogan Kaya, Ahmet Ekicibil
Summary: The electrochemical performance of an aqueous lithium-ion battery with LiV3O8 anode, 'water-in-salt' 20 M LiTFSI electrolyte, and LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 cathode was investigated. The battery exhibited high lithiation capacity, extended cycle life, and stable discharge potential.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zhen Meng, Adam Reupert, Yushu Tang, Zhenyou Li, Guruprakash Karkera, Liping Wang, Ananyo Roy, Thomas Diemant, Maximilian Fichtner, Zhirong Zhao-Karger
Summary: Calcium batteries are a promising option for energy storage, but they face technical challenges. This study explores the use of FeS2 as a cathode material and a Li+/Ca2+ hybrid electrolyte for calcium batteries, providing new directions for long-term cycling of these batteries.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mariya S. Shchelkanova, Georgyi Sh Shekhtman, Svetlana Pershina, Alexander A. Pankratov, Anna Khodimchuk, Victoria Pryakhina
Summary: In this study, sodium-vanadium oxide NaV3O8 was synthesized and characterized using various techniques. It showed good thermal stability, electronic conductivity, and cyclic performance in solid state cells.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Natasha Ronith Levy, Yair Ein-Eli
Summary: This study introduces a new air electrode that allows two discharge processes simultaneously, with the use of fluorinated graphite coating on carbon nanotube substrates to enhance battery performance. However, at high discharge loads, the additional layer may restrict oxygen access into the cell.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE ELECTROCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei Zhang, Fenfen Ma, Qiang Wu, Zhaohui Cai, Wei Zhong, Ziqi Zeng, Shijie Cheng, Jia Xie
Summary: In this study, a bifunctional electrolyte additive, 1,4-difluoroanthraquinone (DFAQ), is proposed to control lithium deposition and accelerate sulfur redox kinetics in lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries. DFAQ forms a solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) rich in LiF, allowing reversible lithium plating/stripping, suppressing dendrite growth, and protecting the lithium anode from side reactions with lithium polysulfides (LiPSs). Additionally, DFAQ acts as a redox mediator, promoting the conversion of LiPSs and enhancing the performance of Li-S batteries.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Guiomar Hernandez, Sergio Ferrero, Helmut Reinecke, Camino Bartolome, Jesus M. Martinez-Ilarduya, Cristina Alvarez, Angel E. Lozano
Summary: By modifying the polyamidation method and using in situ silylated diamines and acid chlorides, a rod-type polyamide, poly(p-phenylene terephthalamide) (PPTA), with a significantly higher molecular weight than the classical and industrial method was obtained. The optimization of the method involved the use of a mixture of pyridine and a high-pKa tertiary amine along with the silylating agent. Nuclear magnetic resonance and molecular simulation studies confirmed that the increase in molecular weight was mainly attributed to the formation of silylamide groups in the polymer chain.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
Iratxe de Meatza, Idoia Urdampilleta, Iker Boyano, Iker Castrillo, Imanol Landa-Medrano, Susan Sananes-Israel, Aitor Eguia-Barrio, Veronica Palomares
Summary: In this study, a more environmentally friendly aqueous route was used to prepare high-energy cathode electrodes for lithium-ion batteries. The preparation steps were optimized and the method was successfully upscaled to a semi-industrial electrode coating line. The water-processed electrodes showed better cycling performance compared to the organic-processed ones, indicating the feasibility of manufacturing high energy density LIB electrodes using environmentally friendly and industrially implementable electrode processing methods.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jordi Jacas Biendicho, Pedro Mazaira, Hemesh Avireddy, Chaoqi Zhang, Pengyi Tang, Alexander Missyul, Lluis Trilla, Jordi Arbiol, Joan Ramon Morante, Andreu Cabot
Summary: A new cathode material, FeS2-decorated carbon nanofiber (CNF), has been proposed for Li-S batteries to enhance the cycling stability typically displayed by sulfur composites. The composite material shows a complex architecture with a CNF matrix hosting the sulfur and FeS2 nanoparticles acting as a catalyst. The FeS2-decorated CNF cathode delivers high discharge capacities and stable capacity retention, making it highly promising for the next generation of electrochemical energy storage devices.
Article
Electrochemistry
C. Lenz, J. Hennig, W. Tegethoff, H. -G. Schweiger, J. Koehler
Summary: Lithium-ion battery cells with high energy density are widely used in electric vehicles, but thermal runaway remains a major safety issue. This study investigates the variability of individual decomposition reactions during thermal runaway and their influence on overall behavior. Through differential scanning calorimetry measurements, it is found that different chemical reactions show significant variations in heat release. Mapping the variability of individual reactions helps to understand the scattering of thermal runaway behavior at the material level.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Katharina Woehrl, Yash Kotak, Christian Geisbauer, Sonke Barra, Gudrun Wilhelm, Gerhard Schneider, Hans-Georg Schweiger
Summary: The increasing deployment of battery-powered electric vehicles in the market has led to a growing need for the safe deactivation and recycling of batteries. Different deactivation methods for lithium-ion cells are used, including electrical discharging and deactivation with liquids. In this experimental research, the use of calcium chloride (CaCl2) salt as a deactivation medium is compared to regular Tap Water and Demineralized Water to analyze its performance and safety. The results show that cells deactivated in CaCl2 solution did not show any signs of Fluoride ions, making it a potential optimal solution for rapid deactivation of cells.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Thomas Thersleff, Jordi Jacas Biendicho, Kunkanadu Rajappa Prakasha, Elias Martinez Moreno, Leif Olav Josang, Jekabs Grins, Aleksander Jaworski, Gunnar Svensson
Summary: Chemical doping can narrow the performance gap between Co-free and Co-containing lithium ion batteries, improving their longevity and stability. Optimized doping profiles enhance the structural and chemical compatibility of the layered Mn oxide system, resulting in unobstructed lithium ion pathways.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Lander Lizaso, Idoia Urdampilleta, Miguel Bengoechea, Iker Boyano, Hans-Juergen Grande, Imanol Landa-Medrano, Aitor Eguia-Barrio, Iratxe de Meatza
Summary: In this study, the influence of electrode preparation feasibility and electrochemical response was analyzed through the design of the experiment's methodology. An equation was obtained using Derringer-Suich's methodology to predict the desirability of the electrodes, and Solver's method was used to identify the formulation with the highest desirability. It was also observed that the LNMO cathode required an activation period to become fully electrochemically active.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chao Yue Zhang, Xuan Lu, Xu Han, Jing Yu, Chaoqi Zhang, Chen Huang, Lluis Balcells, Alba Garzon Manjon, Jordi Jacas Biendicho, Junshan Li, Jordi Arbiol, Gengzhi Sun, Jin Yuan Zhou, Andreu Cabot
Summary: This study investigates the influence of the geometric configuration and composition of ABX spinel catalysts on their catalytic mechanisms and polysulfide conversion. The results show that Co-oh (3+) serves as the active site for breaking S-S bonds, while Co-td (2+) functions as the active site for forming S-Na bonds. This research highlights the subtle relationship between the activity and geometric configuration of spinel catalysts, offering insights for the rational development of improved catalysts by optimizing their atomic geometric configuration.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Electrochemistry
Mads C. Heintz, Jekabs Grins, Aleksander Jaworski, Gunnar Svensson, Thomas Thersleff, William R. Brant, Rebecka Lindblad, Andrew J. Naylor, Kristina Edstrom, Guiomar Hernandez
Summary: Silicon powder kerf loss from diamond wire sawing can be used as a raw material for lithium-ion battery negative electrodes. The kerf particles contain approximately 50% amorphous silicon. Thorough investigation of the amorphicity and other relevant features was conducted. In-situ X-ray powder diffraction experiments demonstrated the significance of the powders for battery applications.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Habtom D. Asfaw, Antonia Kotronia, Nuria Garcia-Araez, Kristina Edstrom, Daniel Brandell
Summary: This review highlights the latest advances in the application of different electrolytes, particularly gel polymer electrolytes (GPEs), in dual-ion batteries (DIBs). GPEs have been shown to improve the Coulombic efficiency, energy density, and long-term cycle life of DIBs, and are suitable for compact designs.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Ana Clara Rolandi, Cristina Pozo-Gonzalo, Iratxe de Meatza, Nerea Casado, David Mecerreyes, Maria Forsyth
Summary: The use of fluorine-free poly(ionic liquid)s as binders in batteries offers a sustainable alternative to toxic solvents. These binders exhibit high ionic conductivity and effectively prevent degradation of battery particles, resulting in improved capacity retention and lithium diffusion.
ADVANCED ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Maximilian Bauder, Tibor Kubjatko, Hans-Georg Schweiger
Summary: Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems have been deployed in mass-produced vehicles in Europe since 2019, promising major improvements in vehicle safety, efficiency, and comfort. This study found that the use of Vehicle-2-X communication, specifically Cooperative Awareness Messages, can provide higher temporal resolution for accident reconstruction compared to traditional event data recorders. The findings suggest that utilizing Cooperative Awareness Messages can significantly benefit accident analysis, especially for accidents on rural roads.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Guiomar Hernandez, Tian Khoon Lee, Mate Erdelyi, Daniel Brandell, Jonas Mindemark
Summary: By studying the salt dissolution properties and ionic conductivity of PVdF-HFP-based electrolytes using different fabrication methods and a low-molecular-weight solvent analogue, it is found that PVdF-HFP is a poor host for solid polymer electrolytes despite its high dielectric constant. The salt dissolution properties are instead controlled by fluorophilic interactions between the anion and the polymer.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
Correction
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Carlos Antonio Rufino Junior, Eleonora Riva Sanseverino, Pierluigi Gallo, Daniel Koch, Hans-Georg Schweiger, Hudson Zanin
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2023)