Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuan Tian, Yongling An, Chengkai Liu, Shenglin Xiong, Jinkui Feng, Yitai Qian
Summary: By designing and growing multifunctional uniform antimony nanoarrays on Ti3C2Tx MXene paper, this study demonstrates the feasibility of antimony as an alloying-type Zn storage anode and provides an effective approach to suppress Zn dendrites.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Muhammad Ashfaq Jamil, Ghulam Ali, Khurram Imran Khan, Faiza Jan Iftikhar, Sher Zaman, Shoyebmohamad F. Shaikh, Bidhan Pandit, Qamar Wali, Supriya A. Patil
Summary: In this study, SnF2/C nanocomposite with high capacity and stable cycling performance was prepared via a facile ball-milling method. The nanocomposite exhibited high rate capability and underwent conversion and alloying reactions during the discharge-charge process.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
G. N. Suresh Babu, V Mani, S. T. Nishanthi, M. K. Nikhil Chandran, N. Kalaiselvi
Summary: This study demonstrates the potential of GeMn2O4/graphene as an alternative anode for lithium and sodium ion batteries, addressing volume changes and transport kinetics issues through the addition of graphene. The composite material showed promising performance in terms of capacity and cycling stability, paving the way for future high capacity and high rate demanding battery applications.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shaokun Chong, Shuangyan Qiao, Lingling Yuan, Qianwen Zhou, Ting Li, Shihong Dong, Yikun Wang, Meng Ma, Wei Huang
Summary: Nanoplate-structured Sb2Te3 anchored on graphene and N-doped C (Sb2Te3@rGO@NC) is used as an anode material for potassium-ion batteries, exhibiting a dual encapsulation effect that can effectively restrain large volume expansion and enhance electronic transfer and ion adsorption. The resulting Sb2Te3@rGO@NC electrode delivers high charge capacity, rate capability, and long-term lifetime, demonstrating the potential of Sb2Te3-based anodes for potassium-ion batteries and providing insights into the K-ion storage mechanism.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sunny Nandi, Yichen Yan, Xintong Yuan, Chongzhen Wang, Ximin He, Yuzhang Li, Shyamal K. K. Das
Summary: In this study, the electrochemical reactivity of MoTe2 for various metal ions was investigated. The storage of Al3+ ion in aqueous electrolytes was focused on and a stable discharge capacity of 100 mA h g(-1) over 250 cycles at a current density of 1 Ag-1 was achieved. However, inferior storage capacities were observed for other metal ions.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiujuan Wang, Sen Zhang, Yong Shan, Ling Chen, Guanyuan Gao, Xiaolin Zhu, Bin Cao, Xiaoming He
Summary: In this study, a MoSe2-SnS heterostructure material was constructed to improve rate performance and cyclability for Li/K storage through the electric-field effect generated by heterointerfaces accelerating charge transfer kinetics. When used to construct K-ion capacitors, the material exhibited outstanding performance and long lifespan.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ke Sun, Zhangquan Peng
Summary: A robust electrode-electrolyte interface is crucial for battery systems, especially in the development of new battery technologies. The introduction of artificial Li-alloying intermetallic interphases has significantly improved the stability and performance of lithium metal batteries and solid-state batteries.
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Haibin Wang, Lantao Chen, Feng Xu, Yufei Zhang, Haosen Fan
Summary: Hierarchical Co1-xS/MnS/NC nanowires were prepared successfully through a simple hydrothermal reaction and subsequent annealing of one-dimensional coordination polymer precursors. The heterostructure nanowires not only act as a buffer for volume expansion during charging and discharging but also significantly enhance electronic conductivity, leading to improved rate performance and cycling stability. The nanowires maintain a high capacity of 612.9 mA h g(-1) after 100 cycles at 0.5 A g(-1) and 544.6 mA h g(-1) after 200 cycles at 1.0 A g(-1) for SIBs.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yaqing Wei, Jun He, Jie Zhang, Mingyang Ou, Yanpeng Guo, Jiajun Chen, Cheng Zeng, Jia Xu, Jiantao Han, Tianyou Zhai, Huiqiao Li
Summary: This study proposes a seamless integration strategy by merging the voltage and capacity of phosphorus and antimony into a solid solution alloy. Experimental results show that this alloy exhibits superior cycle stability, rate performance, and even delivers high capacity at low temperature.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenwen Wang, Hongyun Cui, Jiwen Cui, Tong Wang, Jingquan Sha, Guodong Liu
Summary: PW12 @ Co3O4 @ GO composites were successfully fabricated to address the shortcomings of Co3O4 as an anode material for lithium-ion batteries. The results showed that the introduction of PW12 and GO improved the ion and charge transfer rate of Co3O4 and maintained its capacity retention rate.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bo Yan, Yan Li, Lulu Zhang, Xuelin Yang
Summary: Hierarchical hollow double-shelled Cu1.96S/NiS@nitrogen/sulfur dual-doped carbon (Cu1.96S/NiS@DC) microspheres were fabricated via a template-free method and exhibited excellent electrochemical performance, including high capacity, high electrical conductivity, and outstanding redox potentials.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhaomin Wang, Fanming Zeng, Dongyu Zhang, Yabin Shen, Shaohua Wang, Yong Cheng, Chun Li, Limin Wang
Summary: Antimony/carbon composites demonstrate excellent electrochemical performance as anodes in lithium-ion batteries, with high invertible specific capacity and remarkable rate capability.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jinhyup Han, Jehee Park, Seong-Min Bak, Seoung-Bum Son, Jihyeon Gim, Cesar Villa, Xiaobing Hu, Vinayak P. Dravid, Chi Cheung Su, Youngsik Kim, Christopher Johnson, Eungje Lee
Summary: The paper presents a new, high-performance Pb-based nanocomposite anode material for lithium-ion batteries with excellent reversible capacity and cycle stability. It reveals detailed lithium storage mechanisms, highlighting the wide reversible Pb redox range and the evolution of LiyPb structures during electrochemical reactions. This material shows great potential as a low-cost, high-performance anode.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaofei Sun, Meijuan Li, Anastase Ndahimana, Peng Ding, Youlong Xu, Qiongdan Hu, Kai Chen, Tianyu Feng
Summary: A biomimetic ear-of-wheat-like nanocomposite of ultrafine Mn(3)O(4) nanoparticles and multi-walled carbon nanotubes was successfully prepared, showing excellent reversible capacity and cycling stability for lithium storage. This unique nanostructure and facile biomimetic method have great potential for designing high-performance energy materials for lithium/sodium ion batteries and fuel cells.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qiyu Liu, Haozhe Zhang, Jinhao Xie, Fan Yang, Zujin Yang, Xiaoqing Liu, Haibo Wu, Qi Liu, Xihong Lu
Summary: The coordination environment of antimony (Sb) is regulated by introducing high-affinity chloride ligands, which enables high-kinetic and reversible Sb stripping/plating behavior.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Bincy Lathakumary Vijayan, Nurul Khairiyyah Mohd Zain, Izan Izwan Misnon, Mogalahalli Venkatashamy Reddy, Stefan Adams, Chun-Chen Yang, Gopinathan M. Anilkumar, Rajan Jose
Article
Chemistry, Physical
A. H. Salehi, S. M. Masoudpanah, M. Hasheminiasari, A. Yaghtin, D. Safanama, C. K. Ong, M. Reddy, S. Adams
SOLID STATE IONICS
(2020)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Mogalahalli Reddy, Alain Mauger, Christian M. Julien, Andrea Paolella, Karim Zaghib
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Michael Ruby Raj, Ramalinga Viswanathan Mangalaraja, Gibaek Lee, David Contreras, Karim Zaghib, M. Reddy
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Manjula R. Shenoy, Sakunthala Ayyasamy, Mogalahalli VenkateshReddy Venkatashamy Reddy, Govindan Kadarkarai, J. Suryakanth, Saravanakumar Tamilarasan, Selvaraju Thangavelu, Arout Chelvane Jeyaramane
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2020)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ali Yaghtin, Seyyed Morteza Masoudpanah, Masood Hasheminiasari, Amirhossein Salehi, Dorsasadat Safanama, Chong Kim Ong, Stefan Adams, Mogalahalli V. Reddy
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mogalahalli Reddy, Christian M. Julien, Alain Mauger, Karim Zaghib
Article
Energy & Fuels
Hussein A. Z. AL-bonsrulah, Mohammed J. Alshukri, Lama M. Mikhaeel, Noor N. AL-sawaf, Kefif Nesrine, M. V. Reddy, Karim Zaghib
Summary: The increasing need for reducing environmental impacts and increasing flexibility in the energy sector has led to a higher penetration of renewable energy sources. Fuel cells are considered a promising technology for energy conversion and generation. Integrating wind and photovoltaic energy systems can enhance system reliability.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Brindha Ramasubramanian, M. V. Reddy, Karim Zaghib, Michel Armand, Seeram Ramakrishna
Summary: Metal-ion batteries face challenges with the formation and expansion of metal dendrites. Progression of protrusions can be evaluated through theoretical modeling and experimentation. Analyzing dendrite suppression within a pragmatic framework is crucial for ensuring the viability of current and future-generation batteries for commercial use.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
I. Neelakanta Reddy, Bhargav Akkinepally, Venkatesu Manjunath, Gaddam Neelima, Mogalahalli V. Reddy, Jaesool Shim
Summary: By synthesizing SnO2 quantum dot (QD)-garnished V2O5 nanobelts, a significantly enhanced reversible capacity and outstanding cyclic stability for Li+ storage were achieved. These nanobelts have a huge surface area and improved electronic conductivity, making them potentially valuable for high-performance lithium-ion batteries.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Muthukrishnan Kaliaperumal, Milindar S. Dharanendrakumar, Santosh Prasanna, Kaginele Abhishek, Ramesh Kumar Chidambaram, Stefan Adams, Karim Zaghib, M. Reddy
Summary: Lithium-ion batteries are considered a viable option for meeting the increasing demand for energy storage, but their fragility and potential failure modes must be carefully addressed. Mitigation strategies include intrinsic safety measures, additional protection devices, and fire suppression and ventilation methods.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Varun Kumar, K. Chandan, K. V. Nagaraja, M. V. Reddy
Summary: This paper discusses the fundamental principles of heat transfer and its importance in engineering system design. By using the finite element method for heat analysis, the temperature distribution and heat flow rate in a three-dimensional bracket were determined. This study is of significant value for the design of machine elements and thermal stress analysis.
Review
Energy & Fuels
S. Pavithra, A. Sakunthala, M. V. Venkatashamy Reddy
Summary: While research on metal oxides and other materials for various applications is growing rapidly, it is crucial to understand the importance of environmentally friendly preparation methods. The Rheological Phase Reaction (RPR) method is explored as an eco-friendly industrial method for preparing metal oxides and metal oxide/carbon composites for lithium ion battery applications. This review aims to identify RPR as a mass production method, discuss the preparation steps, advantages, and drawbacks, and provide a detailed review of the electrochemical performance of different metal oxides by the RPR method, with a focus on lithium trivanadate (LiV3O8) for lithium ion battery applications.
Review
Electrochemistry
Brindha Ramasubramanian, Subramanian Sundarrajan, Vijila Chellappan, M. Reddy, Seeram Ramakrishna, Karim Zaghib
Summary: This review focuses on the importance, current developments, and future possibilities of carbon-LFP (C-LFP) cathodes in lithium-ion batteries. The addition of carbon materials can enhance the performance of cathode materials, while factors such as carbon size, LFP shape, diffusion, etc. also influence the performance of C-LFP cathodes.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Anukul K. Thakur, Mandira Majumder, Shashikant P. Patole, Karim Zaghib, M. Reddy
Summary: In researching the application of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in post-lithium batteries, there are still many issues to be addressed, particularly in the design of electrode materials, catalysts, and sulfur encapsulation.
MATERIALS ADVANCES
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Abdul Qayoom Mugheri, Shaista Khan, Ali Asghar Sangah, Aijaz Ahmed Bhutto, Muhammad Younis Laghari, Nadeem Ahmed Mugheri, Asif Ali Jamali, Arsalan Ahmed Mugheri, Nagji Sodho, Abdul Waheed Mastoi, Aftab Kandhro
Summary: Green hydrogen has the potential to transition to a pollution-free energy infrastructure. This study proposes a solution to produce hydrogen during the photoelectrochemical process, offering greater stability and control over chemical reactions. Techno-economic assessments show the efficiency and economic feasibility of co-producing value-added chemicals to enhance green hydrogen production.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Danpeng Cheng, Wuxin Sha, Qigao Han, Shun Tang, Jun Zhong, Jinqiao Du, Jie Tian, Yuan-Cheng Cao
Summary: LiNixCoyMn1-x-yO2 (NCM) is a critical cathode material for lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles. The aging of cathode/electrolyte interfaces leads to capacity degradation and long-term cycle instability. A novel neural network model called ACGNet is developed to predict electrochemical stability windows of crystals, allowing for high-throughput screening of coating materials. LiPO3 is identified as a promising coating material with high oxidation voltage and low cost, which significantly improves the cycle stability of NCM batteries. This study demonstrates the accuracy and potential of machine learning in battery materials.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
P. Mohana, R. Yuvakkumar, G. Ravi, S. Arunmetha
Summary: This study successfully fabricates a non-noble CuO/NiO/rGO nanocomposite and investigates its electrocatalytic performance for oxygen evolution reaction in alkaline environment. The experimental results demonstrate that the electrocatalyst exhibits high activity and good stability, offering a new synthetic approach for sustainable energy production.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Qiong Qu, Jing Guo, Hongyu Wang, Kai Zhang, Jingde Li
Summary: In this study, a bifunctional electrode host design consisting of carbon nanofibers implanted ordered porous Co-decorated Al2O3 supported on carbon nanotube film (CNTF) was proposed to address the shuttling effect of lithium polysulfides (LiPSs) and dendrite formation of metal lithium anode in lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries. The electrode exhibited excellent conductivity, efficient confinement of LiPSs, and catalytic conversion performance, resulting in high initial capacity and good capacity retention during cycling. As an anode, the electrode showed excellent Li+ diffusion performance and uniform lithium growth behavior, achieving a dendrite-free lithium electrode. The flexible pack cell assembled from these electrodes delivered a specific capacity of 972 mAh g(-1) with good capacity retention.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Hong Zhang, Jin-Peng Yu, Chen Chen, Cheng-Yong Shu, Guang-Yu Xu, Jie Ren, Kai Cui, Wen-Fang Cai, Yun-Hai Wang, Kun Guo
Summary: Spray coating of acetylene black nanoparticles onto stainless steel mesh can enhance its biofilm formation ability and current density, making it a promising electrode material for microbial electrochemical systems. The spray coating method is simple, cost-effective, and suitable for large-size stainless steel electrodes.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Binpeng Hou, Jingjin Chen, Li-Hong Zhang, Xiaowen Shi, Zizhong Zhu
Summary: The electrochemical performance of Li1.20Mn0.44Ni0.32Co0.04O2 and its oxygen-deficient phase Li1.20Mn0.44Ni0.32Co0.04O1.83 was studied through first-principles calculations. The results show that the oxygen-deficient phase has a higher theoretical capacity but lower voltage platform and higher chemical activity compared to the pristine phase.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Yating Du, Sayoko Shironita, Daisuke Asakura, Eiji Hosono, Yoshitsugu Sone, Yugo Miseki, Eiichi Kobayashi, Minoru Umeda
Summary: This study investigates the effect of high- and low-temperature environments on the charge-discharge performance of a Li-ion battery. The deterioration mechanisms of the battery at different temperatures are analyzed through various characterization techniques. The results indicate that the battery performance deteriorates more significantly at a low-temperature environment of 5 degrees C compared to higher temperatures. The understanding of the deterioration mechanisms can contribute to the development of safer battery usage methods.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Si-Si Shi, Zhi-Xiang Yuan, Fei Zhang, Ping Chen
Summary: In this study, a new nano-electrocatalyst was prepared, which exhibited superior electrocatalytic activity for the reduction of NO2- to ammonia in a neutral electrolyte, potentially due to the synergistic enhancement between Co3O4-x and Co.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Berna Dalkiran, Havva Bekirog
Summary: This study reports the use of deep eutectic solvents (DES) based on ethylene glycol and urea as low-cost and green electrolytes for enhancing electrochemical detection of natural antioxidants. The study successfully developed a disposable and effective electrochemical sensing platform for simultaneous determination of ascorbic acid (AA) and gallic acid (GA) using NaOH nanorods on a pencil graphite electrode. The proposed electrode showed improved analytical performance, with higher peak currents and shifted oxidation potentials in DES compared to BR buffer medium.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Sijun Ren, Jianguo Huang
Summary: In this study, a novel bio-inspired nanofibrous WO3/carbon composite was synthesized using a facile hydrothermal method. The three-dimensional network structure of the composite alleviated the volume expansion of WO3 nanorods and enhanced the charge-transport kinetics. The optimized composite exhibited superior lithium storage properties.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Zhilong Zheng, Yu Chen, Hongxia Yin, Hengbo Xiao, Xiangji Zhou, Zhiwen Li, Ximin Li, Jin Chen, Songliu Yuan, Junjie Guo, Haibin Yu, Zhen Zhang, Lihua Qian
Summary: This study found that interstitial Zn cations in CoMoO4 can modulate the dissolution kinetics of Mo cations and improve the OER performance. The interstitial Zn cations can prevent the dissolution of Co cations at high potential, enhancing the durability of the catalyst.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Xiaobo Lin, Shern R. Tee, Debra J. Searles, Peter T. Cummings
Summary: Molecular dynamics simulations using the constant potential method were used to investigate the charging dynamics and charge storage of supercapacitors. The simulations revealed that the water-in-salt electrolyte exhibited the highest charge storage and significantly higher capacitance on the negative electrode. The varying contributions of different electrode regions to supercapacitor performance were also demonstrated.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Wiktoria Lipinska, Vita Saska, Katarzyna Siuzdak, Jakub Karczewski, Karol Zaleski, Emerson Coy, Anne de Poulpiquet, Ievgen Mazurenko, Elisabeth Lojou
Summary: The spatial distribution of enzymes on electrodes is important for bioelectrocatalysis. In this study, controlled spatial distribution of gold nanoparticles on Ti nanodimples was achieved. The efficiency of enzymatic O2 reduction was found to be influenced by the size of the gold nanoparticles and their colocalization with TiO2. The highest stability of enzymatic current was observed with the largest gold nanoparticles.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Tariq M. Al-Hejri, Zeenat A. Shaikh, Ahmed H. Al-Naggar, Siddheshwar D. Raut, Tabassum Siddiqui, Hamdan M. Danamah, Vijaykumar V. Jadhav, Abdullah M. Al-Enizi, Rajaram S. Mane
Summary: This study explores a promising self-growth approach for the synthesis of nickel hydroxide (Ni(OH)2) nanosponge-balls on the surface of a nickel-foam (NiF) electrode. The modified NiF electrode, named Ni(OH)2@NiF, shows distinctive nanosponge-ball morphology and demonstrates excellent energy storage capability and electrocatalytic performance in both hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)
Article
Electrochemistry
Rafael Del Olmo, Gregorio Guzman-Gonzalez, Oihane Sanz, Maria Forsyth, Nerea Casado
Summary: The use of Lithium-Ion Batteries (LIBs) is becoming increasingly extensive, and it is important to optimize the devices to achieve their maximum practical specific capacity. In this study, mixed ionic-electronic conducting (MIEC) binders based on PEDOT:PSS and PEDOT: PDADMA-TFSI were developed for Li-ion cathodes, and their performance was compared with conventional formulations. The influence of electrode formulations, including the addition of conducting carbon and an Organic Ionic Plastic Cristal (OIPC), was also analyzed. The proposed binders showed improved performance compared to conventional formulations with different electrolyte types and active materials.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2024)