Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Joel Galos, Koranat Pattarakunnan, Adam S. Best, Ilias L. Kyratzis, Chun-Hui Wang, Adrian P. Mouritz
Summary: Integration of lithium-ion batteries into fiber-polymer composite structures to carry mechanical loads and store electrical energy has potential to reduce overall system weight. This review discusses recent progress in integration methods for high mechanical efficiencies, manufacturing techniques, and potential applications for energy storage composites containing integrated lithium-ion batteries. Factors affecting mechanical performance of energy storage composites with integrated lithium-ion batteries include manufacturing method, materials, structural design, and bonding. Energy storage composites with integrated lithium-ion pouch batteries show superior balance between mechanical performance and energy density compared to other commercial battery systems.
ADVANCED MATERIALS TECHNOLOGIES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Gozde Barim, Wei Yin, Jason Lin, Chengyu Song, Tevye R. Kuykendall, Kenneth J. Takeuchi, Esther S. Takeuchi, Amy C. Marschilok, Marca M. Doeff
Summary: Composite materials of lepidocrocite titanates and reduced graphene oxide were successfully synthesized through a solution-based self-assembly approach to tackle the electronic transport issues in sodium-ion batteries. The composites showed promising electrochemical performance and cycling stability when used as electrodes in sodium half-cells.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lian Cheng, Kai Liu, Huayun Gao, Zhongming Fan, Naohisa Takesue, Heming Deng, Haibo Zhang, Yongming Hu, Hua Tan, Zilin Yan, Yang Liu
Summary: In recent years, research efforts on dielectric capacitors have increased rapidly due to their high power density and fast charge/discharge speed. To meet the lightweight and compact requirement for practical applications, researchers have reported sandwich-structured nano-composite films with strawberry-like Ag@SrTiO3 nanofillers. The introduction of Ag nanoparticles has significantly improved dielectric properties, breakdown strength, energy storage density, and efficiency.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chaoran Yang, Qi Li, Xi Cao, Chuanzhao Cao, Haodong Lei, Xiaofan Ping, Qian Cheng, Mingyi Liu
Summary: Rechargeable magnesium batteries (RMBs) are considered as an alternative to Li-ion batteries due to their high safety, low cost, and high energy density. A promising multi-walled carbon nanotubes/hierarchical Li4Ti5O12 composite (MWCNTs@HLTO) is prepared and applied in RMBs, solving the poor conductivity and diffusion issues of LTO. MWCNTs@HLTO delivers a high specific capacity of about 160 mAh/g at 20 mA g(-1) and exhibits excellent cycle stability at high current density (300 mA g(-1)).
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Fujin Li, Liang Chen, Leiyi He, Hongyu Ruo, Shoudong Xu, Ding Zhang, Jiaqi Chen, Shibin Liu
Summary: To improve the energy density of lithium-ion batteries, researchers have explored alternative alloy-based anode materials to replace graphite. However, these alloys face challenges due to volume expansion, leading to poor electrochemical performance. To overcome this, various strategies including nanostructuring and introducing conductive phases have been investigated. In this study, a pomegranate-like NiSb/C composite was fabricated and showed stable reversible capacity and rate performance. The performance mechanisms were analyzed using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and distribution of relaxation times analysis.
Article
Materials Science, Composites
Tong Yan, Hanyang Chen, Kewang Yi, Jin Wang, Pei Xu, Baojin Chu
Summary: The study showed that PLA-based sandwich-structured composites with PDA coated fillers exhibited enhanced dielectric and energy storage performance, with PDA@Mica fillers showing higher energy storage efficiency compared to PDA@BN fillers.
COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Alejandro Datas, Alicia Lopez-Ceballos, Esther Lopez, Alba Ramos, Carlos del Canizo
Summary: This study discusses the techno-economics of latent heat thermophotovoltaic (LHTPV) systems and compares their levelized cost of storage with Li-ion batteries in both long-duration storage and combined heat and power (CHP) applications. The results indicate that LHTPV systems have lower levelized cost of storage and are suitable for long-duration storage and CHP applications.
Article
Electrochemistry
Gonzalo Jimenez-Martin, Julen Castillo, Xabier Judez, Juan Luis Gomez-Urbano, Gelines Moreno-Fernandez, Alexander Santiago, Amaia Saenz de Buruaga, Inigo Garbayo, Jose Antonio Coca-Clemente, Aitor Villaverde, Michel Armand, Chunmei Li, Daniel Carriazo
Summary: This study presents the synthesis and study of two high-performance activated carbon-based materials that can overcome the limitations of lithium-sulfur batteries. These materials exhibit excellent performance in batteries and show potential for commercialization.
BATTERIES & SUPERCAPS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yiting Guo, Sichen Wu, Shuhang Liu, Jie Xu, Emilia Pawlikowska, Mikolaj Szafran, Artur Rydosz, Feng Gao
Summary: The regional distribution of fillers in ceramic/polymer composites can significantly impact the electric field distribution and dielectric properties. This study fabricated BST/PVDF monolayer and two sandwich structural composites, PBP and BPB, and found that the BPB structure exhibited the best dielectric performances with higher energy density and dielectric tunability. Finite element simulation further confirmed that the sandwich structure can reduce electrical breakdown and improve energy storage characteristics in the composites.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Seong-Chan Jo, Jeong-Won Hong, Ik-Hyeon Choi, Min-Ju Kim, Byung Gon Kim, You-Jin Lee, Hye Young Choi, Doohun Kim, TaeYoung Kim, Kang-Jun Baeg, Jun-Woo Park
Summary: This study developed high-energy-density lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries for next-generation flexible electronics and electric vehicles with long cruising distances. The electrochemical performance of Li-S batteries was significantly improved by optimizing the active materials and structural design of both the electrodes and separators. The foldable Li-S cells exhibited stable specific capacities and high gravimetric and volumetric energy densities. Furthermore, Li-S batteries demonstrated high durability and mechanical flexibility under severe deformation conditions.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Andrea Trovo, Matteo Rugna, Nicola Poli, Massimo Guarnieri
Summary: Vanadium Flow Batteries (VFBs) are a stationary energy storage technology that can seamlessly integrate renewable energy sources into the electrical grid with advantages such as adjustable power and energy, safety, and durability. This paper discusses the features and performance parameters of VFBs, their potential grid services, economic analysis, and deployment prospects. The study draws inspiration from industrial-scale VFBs operated at the Electrochemical Energy Storage and Conversion Lab (EESCoLab) at the University of Padua, Italy.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Shakeel Ahmed, Priynka Sharma, Satyaranjan Bairagi, Nelson Pynadathu Rumjit, Shivani Garg, Akbar Ali, Chin Wei Lai, Seyyed Mojtaba Mousavi, Seyyed Alireza Hashemi, Chaudhary Mustansar Hussain
Summary: Energy depository devices control energy utilization in various applications and the selection of materials for batteries and supercapacitors is crucial for enhancing energy storage capability. Traditional materials have environmental issues, leading to a switch towards eco-friendly biobased polymers. These polymers show great potential as energy repository dielectric layers in high-performing batteries and supercapacitors.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
John Holoubek, Zheng Chen, Ping Liu
Summary: Dual-ion batteries have unique performance advantages and disadvantages due to their storage mechanism, but current tradeoffs in cyclability and energy density prevent them from replacing lithium-ion batteries. However, their low-cost electrode materials and reduced desolvation penalty may make them suitable for low-temperature and grid storage applications.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Abdul Hai Alami, Ahmad Yasin, Rashid Alrashid, Shamma Alasad, Haya Aljaghoub, Ghaith Alabsi, Latifa Alketbi, Anfal Alkhzaimi, Ameera Alteneji, Siraj Shikhli
Summary: This work reports on an experimental compressed air energy storage system and compares it with a battery-inverter setup. The results show that the battery provides higher energy and power results at the same pressure. This work paves the way for further experiments and innovation in specialized air handling turbines for large-scale energy storage.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Li-Zhen Fan, Hongcai He, Ce-Wen Nan
Summary: Solid-state batteries are being revived as a safer and more energy-dense alternative to conventional Li-ion batteries, and the development of suitable solid electrolytes, such as inorganic-polymer composites, is crucial for their mass production. Various challenges in terms of processing technologies and integration into batteries need to be addressed for the successful implementation of inorganic-polymer composite electrolytes in solid-state batteries.
NATURE REVIEWS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yves Preibisch, Fabian Horsthemke, Martin Winter, Sascha Nowak, Adam S. Best
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2020)
Review
Mechanics
Joel Galos
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2020)
Review
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
Joel Galos
Summary: Microwave processing of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites is gaining attention as an alternative to traditional thermal processing techniques. It has the potential to reduce processing times, alleviate production bottlenecks, and improve product quality. However, notable limitations exist which hinder its widespread adoption in industry.
POLYMERS & POLYMER COMPOSITES
(2021)
Article
Mechanics
P. Attar, J. Galos, A. S. Best, A. P. Mouritz
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Joel Galos, Claes Fredriksson, Raj Das
Summary: This paper investigates the mechanical properties of lithium-ion polymer batteries and their use in automotive design. Experimentally determined shear, flexural, and compression properties of LiPo batteries were applied to analytical models of sandwich panels, discussing the trade-off between mechanical performance and cost in automotive panel design. The practicality of using sandwich composites with LiPo battery cores in automotive applications was also discussed.
JOURNAL OF SANDWICH STRUCTURES & MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
A. Gargano, J. Galos, A. P. Mouritz
COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
K. Pattarakunnan, J. Galos, R. Das, A. P. Mouritz
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2020)
Article
Mechanics
K. Pattarakunnan, J. Galos, R. Das, A. P. Mouritz
Summary: This study investigates the impact of low velocity impact on composite materials containing embedded lithium-ion polymer batteries. The results show that the presence of batteries can enhance the impact energy absorption of the composites, but collisions can reduce the compressive properties of the materials. Low energy impacts have minimal effects on the energy storage capacity of the batteries, while high energy impacts can lead to internal short circuits.
COMPOSITE STRUCTURES
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Joel Galos, Yiwei Hu, Anil R. Ravindran, Raj B. Ladani, Adrian P. Mouritz
Summary: The study investigates the electrical conductivity of continuous carbon fiber-nylon filaments and laminates printed with an FDM machine. While the longitudinal conductivity of the 3D printed laminate is lower than that of a hot molded composite due to fiber breakages caused by the FDM process, the transverse and through-thickness electrical conductivities are higher due to increased fiber-to-fiber contact.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Characterization & Testing
J. Galos, B. Ghaffari, E. T. Hetrick, M. H. Jones, M. J. Benoit, T. Wood, P. G. Sanders, M. A. Easton, A. P. Mouritz
Summary: This study demonstrates a novel method that provides contrast between the Al substrate and weld fusion zone in x-ray images by incorporating a dopant element in the filler wire with a higher x-ray attenuation coefficient. This technique enables the detection of penetration depth and weld throat more accurately than conventional methods.
NDT & E INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Joel Galos, Raj Das, Michael P. Sutcliffe, Adrian P. Mouritz
Summary: This paper reviews the research on the applications, manufacturing, properties, and performance of sandwich structures with balsa wood cores. Balsa wood offers advantages such as environmental sustainability, low cost, excellent mechanical properties, and thermal insulation. However, challenges including global supply chain issues and limitations in processing techniques, as well as impact, blast, fire, and water durability, need to be addressed. The paper also discusses future research directions for balsa structural sandwich materials.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
K. Pattarakunnan, J. Galos, R. Das, A. S. Best, I. L. Kyratzis, A. P. Mouritz
Summary: This study investigates the temperature rise and heat dissipation in CFRP laminates containing an embedded pouch lithium-ion polymer battery. Experimental testing and finite element modeling show that CFRP material has a cooling effect on embedded batteries due to heat dissipation from the thermal conductivity of carbon fibers. The surface temperature of the pouch LiPo battery embedded in carbon-epoxy laminates only increased by a few degrees during discharging. FE modeling accurately predicts the temperature rise in energy storage composites, considering battery discharge rate, capacity, and laminate thickness. Safe design limits for energy storage laminates with batteries are defined to prevent excessive temperatures.
COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING
(2023)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Michael J. Benoit, Joel Galos, Kevin Heieis, Suming Zhu, Tom Wood, Paul G. Sanders, Elizabeth T. Hetrick, Bita Ghaffari, Adrian P. Mouritz, Mark A. Easton
Summary: One challenge in using X-ray imaging for post-process inspection of fusion welding is the lack of contrast between the fusion zone and base metal. This study develops novel filler wires with Ce additions to create grayscale contrast for X-ray imaging. The addition of Ce-containing precipitate particles enhances the contrast and enables superior quantitative inspection. This method effectively measures weld penetration by X-ray imaging.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Composites
J. Galos
COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
(2020)
