Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ziying Wen, Cuiping Gu, Yanjun Yin, Maryam Bayati, Terence Xiaoteng Liu, Jiarui Huang
Summary: N-doped SnO2/C NTs, prepared through sacrificial template method, exhibit high reversible capacity, stability, and rate performance as anodes for LIBs. The N-doped carbon coating improves conductivity, while the whole nanotube structure provides ample surface and pores while constraining volume expansion.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yao Chen, Run-Chao Zhou, Yong-Hua Wan, Jun-Wei Hao, Hai-Rui You, Xiao-Min Liu, Hui Yang
Summary: Researchers have successfully improved the reversible capacity and rate capability of LIBs by employing a multi-metal Prussian blue composite with carbon nanotubes as the anode. The enhanced performance may be attributed to the effective connection between CNT and CoMnHCF particles, which enhances charge-transfer kinetics and reduces electrical resistance. The charge/discharge mechanism involves the full reduction of Co2+, Mn2+, and Fe2+ in the initial lithiation process, followed by the redox of Fe2O3/Fe0, CoO/Co0, and MnO/Mn0 in subsequent cycles.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jing Wang, Haowen Liu, Hengcai Wu, Qunqing Li, Yuegang Zhang, Shoushan Fan, Jiaping Wang
Summary: Research shows that using carbon nanotube aerogels coated with amorphous carbon can improve the practical application of lithium metal anodes by providing a solid structure to reduce local current density, suppress lithium dendrites growth, and achieve better electrochemical performance.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiantong Sun, Cheng Liu, Huili Wang, Yu Cao, Xinpeng Han, Shaojie Zhang, Haipeng Wang, Yiming Zhang, Aibing Chen, Zhanxu Yang, Jie Sun
Summary: A phosphorus/carbon nanotube@polypyrrole (BP/CNT@PPy) composite with good performance was successfully synthesized using a simple method, showing excellent stability in the application of lithium-ion batteries.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Suzhe Liang, Xiaoyan Wang, Ya-Jun Cheng, Yonggao Xia, Peter Mueller-Buschbaum
Summary: This review summarizes the research progress and optimization strategies of anatase TiO2 electrode materials in energy storage devices. It also provides important insights into the evolution trends of the research and future directions for the development of anatase TiO2 electrode materials.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Jiarui Huang, Qingshan Dai, Chengjie Cui, Hiabo Ren, Xiaojing Lu, Yong Hong, Sang Woo Joo
Summary: A cake-like porous Fe3O4 coated with a carbon layer (Fe3O4@C nanocakes) has been prepared and used as an anode for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). The Fe3O4@C nanocakes show superior electrochemical properties and rate behavior, making them a potential electrode for LIBs with high specific capacities.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lirong Yang, Ziru Niu, Chunmei Wang, Zhigang Liu, Xiaoxin Feng
Summary: Biomass-derived porous carbon/MoO2@TiO2 (LC/MoO2@TiO2) anode materials were prepared via hydrothermal route for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). Transmission electron microscopy and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy of LC/MoO2@TiO2 showed that MoO2 and TiO2 nanoparticles were uniformly embedded in the porous and surface of honeycomb porous carbon (LC). The LC/MoO2@TiO2 anode exhibits excellent rate capability and maintains a stable specific capacity of-600 mAhg-1 at a current density of 100 mAg-1 after 100 cycles. Moreover, at a current density of 500 mAg-1 its reversible capacity can reach 310 mAhg-1 after 250 cycles. Therefore, the structure of MoO2 and TiO2 nanoparticles anchored of a porous LC can not only buffer the volume change during lithiation /delithiation process but also provide more active surface area, and more convenient and efficient channel for lithium-ion transport and storage.
SOLID STATE IONICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tong-Hyun Kang, Byong-June Lee, Chaesung Lim, Ha-Young Lee, Jeong Woo Han, Jong-Sung Yu
Summary: The study presents a unique titanium oxide composite material with a high reversible capacity and stable charge-discharge performance. The material exhibits ultrafast charging at a high current density and stable operation over a wider potential window.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jizhe Wu, Chenxin Jin, Guojun Xu, Huaide Chen, Bin Lu, Xiaomin Li, Fugen Sun, Lang Zhou, Zhihao Yue
Summary: In this study, cuprous oxide and carbon coated silicon monoxide (SiOx/C/Cu2O) composites were synthesized by high temperature heat treatment. The carbon acts as a buffer for the volume expansion during lithium intercalation, enhances the material's conductivity, and reduces the contact between the electrolyte and the active substance. Cu2O further reduces the contact between the electrolyte and the active substance, buffering the change of electrode structure and improving the overall cycling performance.
SOLID STATE IONICS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mihaela-Ramona Buga, Adnana Alina Spinu-Zaulet, Cosmin Giorgian Ungureanu, Raul-Augustin Mitran, Eugeniu Vasile, Mihaela Florea, Florentina Neatu
Summary: Porous silica-based materials show promise as an alternative to graphite anodes for Li-ion batteries, but face challenges such as low coulombic efficiency and irreversible capacity losses. The main strategy to address these challenges is the preparation of carbon-coated SiO2 composites, where the carbon thin layer effectively reduces interfacial impedance.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yanli Tan, Chunxiao Yang, Weiwei Qian, Xin Sui, Chao Teng, Qun Li, Zhou Lu
Summary: Carbon-coated porous Co3O4 polyhedrons with (220) facets were successfully fabricated through a hydrothermal method and subsequent calcination process, exhibiting discharge capacities of 1463 and 596 mA h g(-1) at 100 and 5000 mA g(-1) respectively. After 150 charge-discharge cycles, the anode maintained a reversible capacity of 840 mA h g(-1) at 1000 mA g(-1).
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yanchen Ma, Aoming Huang, Yan Li, Hongcheng Jiang, Wen Zhang, Li Zhang, Linlin Li, Shengjie Peng
Summary: The study introduces the preparation of Si/N-doped carbon composite anode materials using recycled Si waste from the photovoltaic industry. The coating of Si micro/nano-plates with N-doped carbon facilitates electron transfer, inhibits volume expansion, and enhances the stability of the composites. This approach shows promising results in terms of high discharge capacity and cycling performance for the next generation of LIBs.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Suzhe Liang, Xiaoyan Wang, Ruoxuan Qi, Ya-Jun Cheng, Yonggao Xia, Peter Mueller-Buschbaum, Xile Hu
Summary: This review discusses the potential and challenges of using titanium dioxide of bronze phase (TiO2(B)) as an anode material in lithium/sodium-ion batteries. It provides insights into the evolution of research on TiO2(B) anodes and suggests future directions for their practical application.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jannes Mueller, Mozaffar Abdollahifar, Stefan Doose, Peter Michalowski, Nae-Lih Wu, Arno Kwade
Summary: This study scaled up the production process of silicon/graphite composites and investigated the effects of carbon coating and calendering on the particle level. The study found that carbon coating reduces surface area, stabilizes the composite, and enhances electrical conductivity. The electrochemical performance of the composites showed improved capacity retention with carbon coating, especially after calendering.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hee Jae Kim, Jae Hyeon Jo, Ji Ung Choi, Natalia Voronina, Docheon Ahn, Tae-Yeol Jeon, Hitoshi Yashiro, Yauhen Aniskevich, Genady Ragoisha, Eugene Streltsov, Seung-Taek Myung
Summary: Carbon-modified Li4Ti5O12 spinel successfully stores potassium and exhibits excellent electrode performance, including high initial charge capacity, cycling stability, and high-rate capability.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ting Feng, Jingyi Jin, Yanren Cao, Haiyan Li, Bohua Dong, Lixin Cao
Summary: A novel CoSeO3/g-C3N4 composite photocatalyst with Z-scheme heterostructure was synthesized through electrostatic self-assembly for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. The hybrid material exhibited an optimal photocatalytic H-2 evolution rate and apparent quantum yield (AQY) that were approximately 65.4 times higher than those of pure g-C3N4 under full light irradiation without noble metal cocatalyst loading. The introduction of CoSeO3 semiconductor and the formation of a sheet-sheet structure in the CoSeO3/g-C3N4 hybrids were responsible for the enhanced photocatalytic activity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rui Zhou, Yanxin Li, Ruonan Wang, Ge Su, Rongjie Gao, Lixin Cao, Bohua Dong
Summary: This study successfully prepared ultra-fine Fe doped CePO4 nanocrystals by a simple hydrothermal synthesis method, combining the advantages of various groups to enhance the conductivity and charge transfer ability of the electrocatalyst. The Fe-CePO4 exhibited excellent oxygen evolution reaction (OER) performance with low overpotentials and high turnover frequency, providing insights for the preparation of efficient and economical electrocatalysts.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhijing Wu, Jianwei Wang, Haiyan Li, Lixin Cao, Bohua Dong
Summary: Efficient, stable, and inexpensive electrocatalysts for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) are crucial for clean energy development. Defects and lattice distortions in electrocatalysts strongly impact their chemical properties and can enhance performance, but tuning them for efficient electrolytic activity remains a challenge. The study reveals a promising approach using defect- and lattice distortion-enriched 3D hierarchical Co9S8/Ni3S2 nanowire arrays supported on Ni foam for an efficient OER.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Liang Liang, Zhicheng Shi, Xueling Tan, Shengbiao Sun, Ming Chen, Davoud Dastan, Bohua Dong, Lixin Cao
Summary: The study achieved a well-balanced energy density and efficiency in a series of bilayer composites by introducing a small amount of Zr(HPO4)(2) nanosheets into the ferroelectric layer. The improved energy density, high charge/discharge efficiency, and low loss tangent demonstrate the potential of Zr(HPO4)(2) nanosheets as promising fillers for other high-performance dielectric composites.
ADVANCED MATERIALS INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ting Feng, Haiyan Li, Rongjie Gao, Ge Su, Wei Wang, Bohua Dong, Lixin Cao
Summary: In this study, a Mn0.25Cd0.75S/NiCo2O4 composite material was constructed for photocatalytic water splitting. The composite material showed enhanced light absorption capacity, separation efficiency of photogenerated carriers, and reaction kinetics, leading to improved photocatalytic performance for hydrogen evolution.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ruikai Wang, Haiyan Li, Zhichao Hao, Ting Feng, Yanxin Li, Bohua Dong, Lixin Cao
Summary: The recombination of photogenerated carriers and sluggish surface oxidation kinetics were effectively inhibited in the Zn1-xMgxO-modified CuWO4 photoanode, resulting in enhanced photoelectrochemical water oxidation. The heterojunction transformation between Zn1-xMgxO and CuWO4 and the local surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) of plasma metal (Ag) facilitated the extraction of carriers and promoted the water oxidation reaction. Moreover, the surface states trapped/stored holes and reduced charge transfer resistance, leading to improved charge transfer. The optimized CuWO4/Zn0.7Mg0.3O/Ag photoanode demonstrated significant advancements in photocurrent density, electrochemical impedance, and stability.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yanxin Li, Shimiao Tang, Hongbin Sheng, Can Li, Haiyan Li, Bohua Dong, Lixin Cao
Summary: Constructing heterojunctions and loading co-catalysts are effective means to enhance the performance of photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting. In this study, NiCo-LFO/WO3 heterojunction is constructed, which not only enhances the separation of photogenerated carriers, but also improves the conductivity and modulates the surface state density at the catalyst-electrolyte interface, leading to a significant improvement in PEC performance.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanxin Li, Zhijing Wu, Xiaoyan Zhang, Fuzhan Song, Lixin Cao, Hongbin Sheng, Xuefei Gao, Can Li, Haiyan Li, Wei Li, Bohua Dong
Summary: This study demonstrates the use of Pt5P2 nanocrystals anchored on amorphous nickel phosphate nanorods as a high-performance electrocatalyst for the alkaline HER. The unique polycrystalline/amorphous interface with abundant defects and optimized intermediate adsorption strength accelerates water dissociation and promotes hydride coupling. The Pt5P2 NCs/a-NiPi exhibits small overpotentials and an unprecedentedly high mass activity, making it a promising candidate for alkaline HER.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yan Li, Yanxin Li, Ruonan Wang, Chenghui Xia, Haiyan Li, Lixin Cao, Bohua Dong
Summary: Multimetallic systems have high catalytic activity due to the ability to change electronic and crystal structures. However, the development of multimetallic catalysts is limited by the complexity of homogeneous catalyst preparation and the understanding of synergistic interactions. In this study, atomically thin quinary CNWFVOx nanobelts were synthesized as an OER electrocatalyst, showing excellent catalytic performance with low overpotentials and high stability. The synergistic effect of multiple metals and the amorphous ultra-thin structure significantly enhanced the catalyst's activity and kinetics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanxin Li, Xiaoyan Zhang, Lin Liu, Hongbin Sheng, Can Li, Lixin Cao, Haiyan Li, Chenghui Xia, Bohua Dong
Summary: In this study, a hierarchical nanostructured electrocatalyst with enriched amorphous/crystalline interfaces was reported for high-efficiency alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). The electrocatalyst consisted of amorphous/crystalline (Co, Ni)(11)(HPO3)(8)(OH)(6) homogeneous hierarchical structure with an ultra-low doped Pt. Due to the structural flexibility of the amorphous component, extremely low Pt was stably doped on it via a simple two-phase hydrothermal method. The obtained catalyst exhibited an exceptionally high mass activity (39.1 mA mu g(Pt)(-1)) at 70 mV.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hongbin Sheng, Hao Qu, Biao Zeng, Yanxin Li, Chenghui Xia, Can Li, Lixin Cao, Bohua Dong
Summary: The rational design of efficient and cost-effective electrocatalysts for oxygen evolution reaction (OER) is crucial for clean energy technologies. A new approach is proposed to design electrocatalysts with abundant active sites by utilizing crystalline/amorphous heterostructure. The Fe-NiCoHPi electrocatalyst with cauliflower-like structure exhibits remarkable activity and unceasing durability, making it a promising candidate for sustainable energy devices.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hao Guo, Guangyao Wang, Haiyan Li, Chenghui Xia, Bohua Dong, Lixin Cao
Summary: This study selected ZnIn2S4 as a photocatalyst and compounded it with a novel high-entropy metal phosphide (HEMP) catalyst to design a direct Z-scheme HEMP/ZnIn2S4 heterojunction, which demonstrated outstanding photocatalytic activity and stability for hydrogen evolution.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lifeng Zhang, Baohua Ding, Zhichao Hao, Haiyan Li, Chenghui Xia, Zhibin Zhu, Bohua Dong, Lixin Cao
Summary: The Fe2TiO5 photoelectrode is limited in photoelectrochemical field (PEC) due to slow charge transfer kinetics, short carrier diffusion distances, and low separation efficiency. To overcome these limitations, Fe2TiO5/NiCo-LDH photoelectrodes with dual roles of co-catalyst and heterojunction were constructed. The addition of the co-catalyst modulates the surface state of the Fe2TiO5-based photoanode and enhances the OER photocurrent density by 3.4 folds compared to pristine Fe2TiO5. This work also demonstrates the enhanced performance of Fe2TiO5/NiCo-LDH photoanodes in the sulphur oxidation reaction (SOR), showing a 2-fold increase in sulphur oxidation photocurrent density compared to pristine Fe2TiO5.
JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qian Chen, Ruonan Wang, Lin Liu, Zhiming Guan, Zhibin Zhu, Lixin Cao, Bohua Dong
Summary: In this study, a stable and active acidic OER catalyst, Ru/RuO2@C, was developed. The carbon layer acts as a protective layer against catalyst dissolution, while the presence of grain boundaries enhances the catalytic activity. This catalyst exhibits outstanding activity and stability, and has the potential to serve as an efficient anode catalyst in electrolyzers for water splitting.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Baohua Ding, Haiyan Li, Ruonan Wang, Bohua Dong, Lixin Cao
Summary: A novel Fe2TiO5 nanorod photoanode coated with a cocatalyst NiMoO4/CoMoO4 has been designed for efficient photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting. The Fe2TiO5/NiMoO4/CoMoO4 photoanode shows significantly improved photocurrent density and stability compared to Fe2TiO5 nanorods.
CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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)