Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fanglin Wu, Shan Fang, Matthias Kuenzel, Thomas Diemant, Jae-Kwang Kim, Dominic Bresser, Guk-Tae Kim, Stefano Passerini
Summary: In this study, a bilayer solid electrolyte architecture was proposed to improve the interfacial stability between NASICON-type electrolyte and lithium metal in solid-state batteries. The application of a novel ultrathin solid polymer electrolyte film resulted in outstanding interface stability, allowing for long-term stable performance with high energy density.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Subashchandrabose Thoka, Chun-Ming Tsai, Zizheng Tong, Anirudha Jena, Fu-Ming Wang, Chun-Chuan Hsu, Ho Chang, Shu-Fen Hu, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: The study demonstrates that Na-CO2 batteries are more cost effective than Li-CO2 batteries and have the potential to be a viable energy storage technology.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Junghwan Kim, Junghyun Choi, Patrick Joohyun Kim
Summary: Li-metal batteries (LMBs) have attracted renewed interest due to their high specific capacity and low operating potential, which can help overcome the limitations of conventional Li-ion batteries. However, poor coulombic efficiency and dendritic Li formation pose challenges for the commercial use of Li-metal anodes. Among various strategies, the utilization of 3D current collectors, specifically carbon nanotubes (MWNTs), has shown promising results in improving the electrochemical stability of LMBs. The MWNT current collector facilitates uniform and stable Li deposition, thereby reducing the growth of dendritic Li and contributing to the stable operation of Li-metal cells at high current densities.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Binbin Dan, Linyue Li, Shixuan Li, Liang Liu, Zhoulu Wang, Di Wang, Xiang Liu
Summary: This study discusses the multiple impacts of functional electrolyte additives for Li-CO2 batteries, focusing on the application of N-phenylpyrrolidine (PPD) and 1-(3-bromophenyl) pyrrole (Br-PPD). The results show that PPD can reduce the charging potential during the CO2ER process, while Br-PPD enables Li-CO2 batteries to have excellent long-term cycling performance and a stable solid electrolyte interphase (SEI).
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jin Wang, Gang Huang, Jun-Min Yan, Jin-Ling Ma, Tong Liu, Miao-Miao Shi, Yue Yu, Miao-Miao Zhang, Ji-Lin Tang, Xin-Bo Zhang
Summary: A new HSE with a LAGP core and PVDF-HFP shell has been developed to address dendrite growth in Li-O-2 batteries, providing high modulus and uniform Li+ distribution for improved performance and long cycling stability.
NATIONAL SCIENCE REVIEW
(2021)
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, Multidisciplinary
Tengrui Wang, Jian Duan, Bao Zhang, Wei Luo, Xiao Ji, Henghui Xu, Ying Huang, Liqiang Huang, Zhenyou Song, Jiayun Wen, Chunsheng Wang, Yunhui Huang, John B. Goodenough
Summary: This study addresses the major challenges in solid-state Li metal batteries (SSLMBs) by using a functional gradient Li anode (FGLA), which reduces the interface resistance and suppresses Li dendrite growth. The FGLA not only dramatically reduces the resistance at the interface, but also increases the critical current density, showing excellent cycling performances with different cathode materials.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dan Na, Roopa Kishore Kampara, Dohyeon Yu, Baeksang Yoon, Steve W. Martin, Inseok Seo
Summary: The Li-CO2 battery has attracted attention for its high energy density and potential use of carbon dioxide, but its practical application is limited by kinetic and safety challenges. This study utilizes a stable and conductive NASICON-type solid electrolyte and a Ru catalyst to address safety and polarization issues, resulting in improved battery performance.
MATERIALS TODAY ENERGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yanan Jiao, Jian Qin, Hirbod Maleki Kheimeh Sari, Dejun Li, Xifei Li, Xueliang Sun
Summary: Combining balanced CO2 emissions with energy storage technologies is an effective way to alleviate global warming, and the Li-CO2 electrochemical system, with its promising energy storage and CO2 capture strategy, is attracting attention. However, the system is still in early stages of development and faces challenges due to slow kinetics of the CO2 electrochemical reaction.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tengrui Wang, Wei Luo, Yunhui Huang
Summary: In the past 30 years, Li-ion batteries (LIBs) based on graphite anode and liquid organic electrolytes have achieved great achievements. However, the limited energy density of graphite anode and safety risks of flammable organic electrolytes hinder further developments. Solid-state batteries (SSBs) offer new opportunities to achieve both safety and high energy density. Among them, garnet-type SSBs seem to be one of the most attractive choices due to their high ionic conductivities, wide electrochemical windows, and high safety.
ACCOUNTS OF CHEMICAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Runze Zhang, Yinglei Wu, Zhenying Chen, Yu Wang, Jinhui Zhu, Xiaodong Zhuang
Summary: All-solid-state Li batteries (ASSLBs) show promise due to their high safety and energy density. Understanding the failure mechanisms of ASSLBs can aid in improving their performance. In situ/operando Raman spectroscopy (IS/O-RS) is commonly used to study ASSLBs, as it can detect molecular structural and compositional changes in the electrodes, solid electrolytes, and their interfaces. This review discusses the applications of IS/O-RS in ASSLB research, including exploring electrode-electrolyte interfaces, electrodes, and solid electrolytes. The optimized use of IS/O-RS can provide valuable insights for improving ASSLB performance.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Limin Liu, Yanyang Qin, Hongyang Zhao, Yiyang Gao, Ke Wang, Wajid Ali, Wei Yu, Dongyang Zhang, Xiaofei Hu, Yaqiong Su, Shujiang Ding
Summary: A quasi-solid polymer electrolyte (QSPE) with-CF3 functional groups was designed and fabricated for a rechargeable Li-CO2 battery. The QSPE avoids the leakage of liquid electrolytes and inhibits the diffusion of CO2 and cathode by-products. The introduction of-CF3 functional groups also forms a LiF-rich solid electrolyte interface on Li anode, promoting uniform and dense Li deposition.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jung Tae Kim, Xiaoge Hao, Changhong Wang, Xueliang Sun
Summary: Despite the challenges of low energy densities, capacity fade, and self-discharge in lithium-sulfur batteries, shuttle-free lithium-sulfur batteries operating via single-phase solid-solid conversion are an advanced technology with great potential to promote the adoption of lithium-sulfur batteries. This review provides a fundamental understanding of shuttle-free lithium-sulfur batteries by comparing their operating mechanism with traditional lithium-sulfur batteries. Various strategies for enabling shuttle-free lithium-sulfur batteries in liquid and solid state, with a focus on cathode materials, are also presented. Perspectives for future research and practical engineering design are provided to enhance the development of shuttle-free lithium-sulfur battery technology.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Changfan Xu, Yulian Dong, Yonglong Shen, Huaping Zhao, Liqiang Li, Guosheng Shao, Yong Lei
Summary: This article reviews the recent advances in the chemical and electrochemical mechanisms of nonaqueous Na-CO2 batteries and hybrid Na-CO2 batteries, including O-2-involved Na-O-2/CO2 batteries. The primary issues and challenges in various battery components are identified, and design strategies for the interfacial structure of Na anodes, electrolyte properties, and cathode materials are explored. Correlations between cell configurations, functional materials, and comprehensive performances are established, and prospects and directions for rationally constructing Na-CO2 battery materials are foreseen.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Jingru Li, Han Su, Min Li, Jiayuan Xiang, Zhao Jiang, Xiuli Wang, Xinhui Xia, Changdong Gu, Jiangping Tu
Summary: In this study, a gel polymer interlayer is coated on the anode to solve the challenges in sulfide-based solid-state Li metal batteries. The interlayer forms a deformable solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) with a dual-layer structure, where the upper layer is polymer-rich to provide elasticity and the bottom layer is filled with inorganic species to suppress Li dendrite formation. Additionally, seamless contact at the Li/sulfide interface is achieved to homogenize Li-ion flux and suppress the continuous decomposition of the sulfide electrolyte.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wen-Tse Huang, Veeramani Rajendran, Ming-Hsien Chan, Michael Hsiao, Ho Chang, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: With the development of technology, the importance and practicality of near-infrared (NIR) light in the biomedical field have gained attention from academia and industry. Luminescent materials with different doping strategies show promise in covering the near-infrared biological windows. The relationship between NIR light, nanophosphors, and biological tissue has been explored, allowing for diagnostic and therapeutic applications in different NIR windows.
ADVANCED OPTICAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Crystallography
Kashyap Dave, Wen-Tse Huang, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: This review focuses on the recent development of zero-dimensional inorganic halide luminescent materials with tetrahedral and octahedral coordination, discussing their synthesis methods, crystal structures, and applications. These materials are categorized based on the valence of central metal cations (monovalent, divalent, and trivalent). The review article provides an overview of recent progress on these materials and their potential for further development in various applications.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ming-Hsien Chan, Bo-Gu Chen, Wen-Tse Huang, Ting-Yi Su, Michael Hsiao, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: Nanomaterials act as multipliers, attaching multiple single atoms to a surface. When applied to biological applications, these catalytic targets become proteins in vivo, illustrating the potential of single-atom nanozyme nanotechnology.
MATERIALS TODAY ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jheng-Yi Huang, Ching-Yun Cheng, Yan-Ming Lai, Kevin Iputera, Ren-Jei Chung, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: In this study, Li3InCl6-coated LNMO (LIC@LNMO) was prepared using the sol-gel method to address the issues of LNMO. By introducing a halide-type solid-state electrolyte protective layer, direct contact between LNMO and electrolyte was prevented while maintaining good ionic conductivity. The results showed that 5 wt% LIC@LNMO exhibited a good cycle performance, with a Coulombic efficiency of 99% and a capacity retention of 80% after the 230th cycle at 1C at room temperature.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Wen-Tse Huang, Ling-Xuan Hong, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: Upgraded technology allows for miniaturization and drives transformation in various fields. Miniaturized LED chips enhance resolution and create immersive displays. Porous GaN structures reduce light leakage and increase light conversion efficiency. Perovskite quantum dots with high optical density can minimize aggregation and improve light absorption.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Wen-Tse Huang, Ting-Yi Su, Jung-Hwa Chuang, Kuang-Mao Lu, Shu-Fen Hu, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: The rapid changes in population, environment, and climate have led to a food crisis. Indoor agriculture, as a new form of farming, offers a potential solution to this crisis. This study used a phosphor-converted light-emitting diode (pc-LED) as energy-saving lighting for indoor agriculture and evaluated its impact on the growth of Lactuca sativa. The red phosphors, SLA and CASN, provided red emission that matched the absorption of chlorophyll, with CASN pc-LED showing a 100% increase in photosynthetically active photon flux density and a 130% promotion in plant weight compared to SLA pc-LED.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yu-Kai Liao, Ru-Shi Liu, Shu-Fen Hu
Summary: All-solid-state lithium-ion batteries with high energy density and safety are crucial for the future. This study explores the use of a high-conductivity garnet-type solid electrolyte and a composite anode to improve the performance of the batteries. The results show promising initial discharge capacity, Coulombic efficiency, and cycle stability, highlighting the potential for further improvement.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ayan Sarkar, Vasantan Rasupillai Dharmaraj, Chia-Hui Yi, Kevin Iputera, Shang-Yang Huang, Ren-Jei Chung, Shu-Fen Hu, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: This review article discusses recent advances in rechargeable metal-CO2 batteries (MCBs), particularly Li,Na, K, Mg, and Al-based MCBs with nonaqueous electrolytes. These batteries capture CO2 during discharge and release it during charging, making them a sophisticated mode for CO2 fixation and energy generation. However, further research and development are needed to improve their reliability, sustainability, and safety. Challenges include overpotential and poor cyclability, which can be addressed with efficient cathode catalysts and suitable architectural designs. Additionally, electrolytes play a crucial role in safety and ionic transportation. This article provides a comprehensive review of recent research on these secondary MCBs, highlighting key aspects that affect their performance.
Editorial Material
Chemistry, Physical
Ru-Shi Liu
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Loan Thi Ngo, Wen-Tse Huang, Ming-Hsien Chan, Ting-Yi Su, Chien-Hsiu Li, Michael Hsiao, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: This study investigates the neurotoxicity of all-inorganic lead halide perovskite quantum dots (PeQDs) using Caenorhabditis elegans as a model organism. The results show that PeQDs accumulate mainly in the alimentary system and head region, causing a decrease in locomotor behaviors, pharyngeal pumping, brood decline, short lifespan, and abnormal issues in reproduction. Excessive reactive oxygen species formation is also observed. The neurotoxicity of PeQDs is explained by gene expression. This study provides an insight into the neurotoxicity of PeQDs and inspires the development of nontoxic PeQDs.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wen-Tse Huang, Kuan-Chun Chen, Ming-Hsuan Huang, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: Applications in the near-infrared (NIR) have been extensively researched in various fields, such as bioimaging, night vision, plant growth, and chemical analysis. Different emission profiles are required in the same industry. Developing luminescent materials with different tuning methods is reliable for controlling the NIR regions. Spinel phosphors are promising candidates due to their ability to modulate the crystal field. Understanding the parameters that influence the degree of inversion in spinel compounds is crucial for harnessing the variability of the spinel structure.
ADVANCED OPTICAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ching Liu, Wen-Tse Huang, Juqing Li, Yu-Chun Lee, Tzong-Liang Tsai, Fang-Chun Shen, Wen-Wei Wu, Ru-Shi Liu, Xuejie Zhang
Summary: Perovskite quantum dots with good optical properties are hindered in practical applications due to their low stability against heat, water, oxygen, and light. In this study, CsPbBr3@glass was fabricated using melt-quenching and heat treatment. The encapsulation of CsPbBr3@glass with dense SiO2 and hydrophobic SiO2 layers improved its water resistance, thermal reversibility, and photostability. CsPbBr3@glass@ASG showed a preserved initial PL intensity of 100% after water resistance testing for seven weeks and continuous heating-cooling cycles. With a balance between optical properties and stability, CsPbBr3@glass@ASG has great potential for practical applications in optoelectronic devices in the future.
ADVANCED OPTICAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Vasantan Rasupillai Dharmaraj, Ayan Sarkar, Chia-Hui Yi, Kevin Iputera, Shang-Yang Huang, Ren-Jei Chung, Shu-Fen Hu, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: This study introduces Ru metallic nanoparticles on carbon nanotubes (CNTs) as a cathode for Mg-O2 batteries, optimizing the reaction kinetics and cyclic stability. By using a new type of mixed electrolyte, the corrosion behavior of Mg anodes can be reduced. This CME-based Ru/CNT Mg-O2 battery design shows improved cyclic stability and lower overpotential.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Mikolaj Kaminski, Agata Lazarowska, Tadeusz Lesniewski, Ru-Shi Liu, Sebastian Mahlik
Summary: This paper analyzes the influence of pressure on electron-lattice interactions in the 5d excited states of Ce3+ and Eu2+ in the AlN host. The results show that pressure has different effects on the optical properties of Eu2+ and Ce3+. The experimental data demonstrate that the displacement effect of pressure on Eu2+ is minimal, while Ce3+ shows a significant pressure-induced redshift. These findings highlight the importance of specific central ions in the lattice relaxation process.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ming-Hsien Chan, Bo-Gu Chen, Chien-Hsiu Li, Wen-Tse Huang, Ting-Yi Su, Lichang Yin, Michael Hsiao, Ru-Shi Liu
Summary: Single-atom nanozymes are a new trend in biomaterials research, enabling the application of single atoms in biological fields and catalysis of proteins with inorganic nanoparticles. This study developed a lipid-coated nanozyme with carbon quantum dots and single-atomic gold for effective treatment and diagnosis of oral squamous cell carcinoma.
