Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yangzheng Hou, Fangong Kong, Zirui Wang, Manman Ren, Congde Qiao, Weiliang Liu, Jinshui Yao, Changbin Zhang, Hui Zhao
Summary: This study presents a new structure for zinc-iodine batteries (ZIBs) that addresses the issues of low electron conductivity, shuttle effect, and highly soluble iodine species. By employing a double fixation strategy and specific materials, the ZIBs demonstrate excellent electrochemical performance.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingkang Ma, Mingli Wang, Hong Zhang, Lin Fu, Wenli Zhang, Bin Song, Songtao Lu, Qianwang Chen, Ke Lu
Summary: Rechargeable metal-iodine batteries have been attracting attention for their high-rate performance, remarkable energy density, and low cost, but the slow electro-chemical kinetics of iodine have hindered practical implementation. Various strategies have been explored to accelerate the redox kinetics of iodine for developing advanced metal-iodine batteries.
MATERIALS TODAY ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shixun Wang, Zhaodong Huang, Bing Tang, Xinliang Li, Xin Zhao, Ze Chen, Chunyi Zhi, Andrey L. L. Rogach
Summary: In this study, MXDA(2)SnI(6) perovskite microcrystals are proposed as conversion-type cathode materials for aqueous Zn-I-2 batteries, which effectively alleviate the undesired shuttle effect of iodine. The study demonstrates the feasibility of using ionic perovskites to develop high-performance cathodes for metal-I-2 batteries.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chunlong Dai, Linyu Hu, Xuting Jin, Yang Zhao, Liangti Qu
Summary: Aqueous zinc-based batteries face limitations due to intercalation reactions and strict cathode requirements, while zinc-based dual electrolytic batteries utilize reversible electrolytic reactions for high performance and safety. Various types of zinc-based DEBs have been systematically studied, and opportunities and challenges for the future have been identified.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Danyang Zhao, Qiancheng Zhu, Qiancheng Zhou, Wenming Zhang, Ying Yu, Shuo Chen, Zhifeng Ren
Summary: The redox couple of I-0/I- in aqueous rechargeable iodine-zinc (I-2-Zn) batteries shows promise as a safe, cost-effective, and steady energy storage resource. However, their cycle life and efficiency are hindered by uncontrolled polyiodide shuttling and side reactions on the Zn anode. By utilizing starch to confine polyiodide shuttling, the I-0/I- conversion efficiency of I-2-Zn batteries is significantly improved. This work provides inspiration for the rational design of high-performance and low-cost I-2-Zn batteries in aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs).
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yiqun Du, Rongkai Kang, Huixin Jin, Wei Zhou, Wenyang Zhang, Han Wang, Jingyu Qin, Jiaqi Wan, Guowen Chen, Jianxin Zhang
Summary: A lithiation approach is reported for the iodine host in static zinc-iodine batteries, which suppresses the shuttle effect and catalyzes iodine conversion. This method improves self-discharge and kinetics by regulating the d- and p-band center and lowering the I-/I-0 conversion barrier. Zinc-iodine batteries featuring LiVS2 as the iodine host show high iodine utilization, high Coulombic efficiencies, and a long cyclic lifespan.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lijing Yan, Tiefeng Liu, Xiaomin Zeng, Lei Sun, Xianhe Meng, Min Ling, Meiqiang Fan, Tingli Ma
Summary: The study proposes a strategy of using porous carbon to modify the zinc anode and immobilize the iodine active materials in order to address the performance degradation issues of aqueous zinc-iodine batteries. The optimized battery demonstrates satisfactory capacity retention and fast charging speed at high rates.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chuanlong Wei, Jianjun Song, Yan Wang, Xiao Tang, Xiaomin Liu
Summary: Aqueous multivalent-ion batteries based on chalcogen and halogen conversion chemistry are attractive due to their high specific capacities and low cost. This review summarizes the advantages and recent progress of these batteries, focusing on cell configuration, electrochemical performance, and storage mechanism. The review also proposes challenges, perspectives, and promising strategies for developing device-scale applications, paving the way for the further development of high-performance aqueous multivalent-ion batteries with high safety and competitive performance.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lilin Zhang, Yining Chen, Zongyuan Jiang, Jingwei Chen, Cong Wei, Wenzhuo Wu, Shaohui Li, Qun Xu
Summary: Organic redox compounds, like copper-tetracyanoquinodimethane (CuTCNQ), show promise as cathode materials for aqueous zinc-ion batteries due to their low cost, environmental friendliness, and multiple-electron-transfer reactions. Through electrochemical activation, electrolyte optimization, and adoption of a graphene-based separator, CuTCNQ-based batteries demonstrate improved rate performance, cycling stability, and anti-self-discharge properties. The impressive electrochemical performance of CuTCNQ in aqueous electrolytes is attributed to the strong electron acceptation ability of the cyano groups in CuTCNQ and the graphene-modified separator that prevents CuTCNQ dissolution and shuttle effect.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Hui Chen, Xiang Li, Keqing Fang, Haiyan Wang, Jiqiang Ning, Yong Hu
Summary: This review summarizes the recent development of ZnI2 batteries, focusing on iodine conversion electrochemistry and working mechanism. It introduces the fundamentals of ZnI2 batteries, the challenges faced by these batteries, and the scientific problems in their cathodes, anodes, electrolytes, and separators. The review also discusses the latest findings on the working mechanism of different ZnI2 batteries and provides guidelines and directions for future research.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wanlong Wu, Sibo Wang, Lu Lin, Hua-Yu Shi, Xiaoqi Sun
Summary: A dual mediator, trimethylphenylammonium iodide (Me3PhN+I-), has been introduced in aqueous Zn-S batteries to regulate the reaction paths of sulfur cathodes and enhance their electrochemical performance. Me3PhN+ functions as a dissolution mediator to generate soluble polysulfide intermediates during discharge, allowing a facile solid-liquid-solid path for sulfur. The I-/I3- redox mediator catalyzes the oxidation of ZnS to sulfur during charge, and Me3PhN+ reduces the solubility of I3-, preventing shuttling while retaining catalyst power.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wanlong Wu, Sibo Wang, Lu Lin, Hua-Yu Shi, Xiaoqi Sun
Summary: A dual mediator of trimethylphenylammonium iodide (Me3PhN+I-) is introduced to regulate the reaction paths of sulfur cathodes in aqueous Zn-S batteries and enhance their electrochemical performance.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kang Zhao, Guilan Fan, Jiuding Liu, Fangming Liu, Jinhan Li, Xunzhu Zhou, Youxuan Ni, Meng Yu, Ying-Ming Zhang, Hui Su, Qinghua Liu, Fangyi Cheng
Summary: This study demonstrates the potential of cyclodextrins (CDs) as electrolyte additives for rechargeable Zn batteries. The addition of alpha-CD improves the stability and kinetics of Zn plating and stripping by adsorbing on the Zn surface and suppressing water-induced side reactions. This finding provides insight into the use of supramolecular macrocycles for enhancing the performance of aqueous battery chemistry.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hee Jae Kim, Jae Hyeon Jo, Ji-Young Kim, Jiwon Jeong, Jae-Ho Park, Hun-Gi Jung, Kyung Yoon Chung, Min Gyu Kim, Naesung Lee, Kee-Sun Sohn, Yauhen Aniskevich, Eugene Streltsov, Seung-Taek Myung
Summary: We report an unexpected finding of de/protonation associated conversion reaction in K2V3O8 as a promising cathode material for zinc-ion batteries. Operando characterization techniques reveal the indispensable role of proton (H+) reaction for the conversion reaction. The conversion reaction exhibits large reversible capacity and activity even at high discharge rates, contributing to reaching the theoretical capacity for cathode materials of zinc-ion batteries.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Leiqian Zhang, Mingjie Zhang, Hele Guo, Zhihong Tian, Lingfeng Ge, Guanjie He, Jiajia Huang, Jingtao Wang, Tianxi Liu, Ivan P. Parkin, Feili Lai
Summary: In this study, a quaternization engineering approach was used to improve the cycling durability of aqueous rechargeable zinc-iodine batteries. By precisely controlling the polyiodide using a commercial acrylic fiber skeleton, a high-rate and ultra-stable polymer-based zinc-iodine battery was developed. The quaternization strategy significantly eliminated the polyiodide shuttle issue and allowed for unique solution-based iodine chemistry in the battery.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Youchen Hao, Jiawen Shao, Yifei Yuan, Xifei Li, Wei Xiao, Hirbod Maleki Kheimeh Sari, Tiefeng Liu, Jun Lu
Summary: Sodium (Na) ion batteries (SIBs) show great potential for stationary energy storage applications. Current research is focused on finding suitable electroactive materials for SIBs, with phosphides being particularly appealing due to their high specific capacities and low working potentials. However, there are still challenges regarding their large volume variation and inferior interfacial stability, which affect capacity and cycling decay. This review provides an in-depth understanding of phosphides for Na storage, including their mechanism, capacity assessment, phase change, and reaction types. Effective strategies and designs for high-performance phosphides are discussed, along with the correlation between electrochemical behavior and chemical/structural characteristics. The knowledge gained from phosphide research can be shared and applied beyond phosphides.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiawei Wu, Mengting Zheng, Tiefeng Liu, Yao Wang, Yujing Liu, Jianwei Nai, Liang Zhang, Shanqing Zhang, Xinyong Tao
Summary: This review summarizes the steps and strategies for recycling spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) and discusses the impact of degradation mechanisms of electrode materials on the selection of regeneration strategies.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Silan Zhang, Penghui Ding, Tero-Petri Ruoko, Ruiheng Wu, Marc-Antoine Stoeckel, Matteo Massetti, Tiefeng Liu, Mikhail Vagin, Dilara Meli, Renee Kroon, Jonathan Rivnay, Simone Fabiano
Summary: Operational stability is crucial for the success of OECTs in bioelectronics. The study investigates the impact of ORR on the stability and degradation mechanisms of thiophene-based OECTs. It is found that an increase in pH during ORR leads to the degradation of the polymer backbone. By using a protective polymer glue layer, the stability of OECTs is significantly improved with current retention of nearly 90% for & AP;2 h cycling in the saturation regime.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Liyan Ding, Lei Wang, Jiechang Gao, Tianran Yan, Hongtai Li, Jing Mao, Fei Song, Stanislav Fedotov, Luo-Yueh Chang, Ning Li, Yuefeng Su, Tiefeng Liu, Liang Zhang
Summary: In this study, a strategy of local coordination engineering is proposed to modulate the surface and bulk structure of a conventional alpha-MnO2 cathode for aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs). This strategy effectively improves the desolvation process of hydrated Zn2+, enhances interfacial ion diffusion rate and reaction kinetics, and suppresses irreversible phase evolution. As a result, the achieved cathode exhibits excellent cycling stability and long-term durability, making it a promising candidate for grid-scale energy storage applications.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mengting Zheng, Juncheng Wang, Shangshu Qian, Qiang Sun, Hao Chen, Liang Zhang, Zhenzhen Wu, Shanqing Zhang, Tiefeng Liu
Summary: A one-step water-based recycling process is proposed to recycle and regenerate graphite anode materials from spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). The regenerated graphite with expanded interlayer spacing and oxygen-containing groups exhibits excellent performance in graphite dual-ion batteries (GDIBs). This waste-to-resource strategy provides a low-cost and sustainable recycling pathway for spent LIBs and enables the sustainable manufacturing of GDIBs.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Zongxi Lin, Ouwei Sheng, Xiaohan Cai, Dan Duan, Ke Yue, Jianwei Nai, Yao Wang, Tiefeng Liu, Xinyong Tao, Yujing Liu
Summary: All-solid-state lithium metal batteries (ASSLMBs) are highly regarded for their high theoretical capacity and safety performance. However, the practical application of ASSLMBs is hindered by low ionic conductivity and poor interfacial stability. This review summarizes the mechanisms and advanced characterization techniques of ASSLMBs, discusses the challenges faced by solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) in ASSLMBs, and explores various improvement methods. The importance of microstructure-property correlation and emerging advanced techniques are emphasized.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Lei Wang, Yihao Shen, Yuanlong Liu, Pan Zeng, Junxia Meng, Tiefeng Liu, Liang Zhang
Summary: Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are widely used in modern society, but the large number of spent batteries expected in the next five to ten years has raised concerns. As environmental awareness and resource security become more important, the effective handling of spent LIBs has become a challenging issue. Battery recycling has emerged as a highly researched topic, with the development of non-destructive methods for the restoration of electrode materials. Synchrotron radiation technology has played a major role in understanding the structural restoration of electrode materials and providing guidance for the recycling of degraded cathodes.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Yanmin Li, Yanying Shi, Haiwen Wang, Tiefeng Liu, Xiuwen Zheng, Shanmin Gao, Jun Lu
Summary: The shortage of fresh water worldwide has caused a severe crisis in human health and economic development. Solar-driven interfacial photothermal conversion water evaporation is seen as an environmentally friendly and low-cost method for obtaining clean water. However, the capacity for solar energy absorption limits water transport, particularly in terms of evaporation rates and working life. Therefore, it is crucial to find photothermal conversion materials that can efficiently absorb solar energy and design solar-driven interfacial photothermal conversion water evaporation devices accordingly.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wendi Dou, Mengting Zheng, Wu Zhang, Tiefeng Liu, Fating Wang, Guangying Wan, Yujing Liu, Xinyong Tao
Summary: The increasing demand for electric vehicles and the rapid consumption of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) require LIBs to have high energy density and resource sustainability. Binders play a key role in bonding electroactive materials and maintaining electrode integrity. Recently developed binders that hold promises in establishing sustainable high-energy-density LIBs are summarized, with a focus on their role in facilitating easy separation of electroactive materials and their contribution to higher energy density of electrodes.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qilun Zhang, Tiefeng Liu, Sebastian Wilken, Shaobing Xiong, Huotian Zhang, Iuliana Ribca, Mingna Liao, Xianjie Liu, Renee Kroon, Simone Fabiano, Feng Gao, Martin Lawoko, Qinye Bao, Ronald Oesterbacka, Mats Johansson, Mats Fahlman
Summary: This study demonstrates the use of binary cathode interface layer (CIL) strategy based on industrial solvent fractionated LignoBoost kraft lignin (KL) for fabrication of organic solar cells (OSCs). The results show that the binary CILs work well in OSCs with large KL ratio compatibility and exhibit equivalent or even higher efficiency compared to traditional CILs. Additionally, the combination of KL and BCP significantly improves OSC stability.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hejing Wang, Yitian Su, Lijing Yan, Xiaomin Zeng, Xiaoran Chen, Baorui Xiang, Huixin Ren, Tingli Ma, Min Ling
Summary: This study introduces a versatile electrolyte additive, nicotinamide, for zinc anodes to enhance deposition uniformity and suppress water-induced side reactions. The molecular structure of nicotinamide enables it to regulate electrolyte pH, enhance nucleation overpotential, and restrict 2D diffusion of Zn2+. Consequently, the battery configuration with this additive achieves an impressive lifespan of over 10,000 cycles.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Han-Yan Wu, Jun-Da Huang, Sang Young Jeong, Tiefeng Liu, Ziang Wu, Tom van der Pol, Qingqing Wang, Marc-Antoine Stoeckel, Qifan Li, Mats Fahlman, Deyu Tu, Han Young Woo, Chi-Yuan Yang, Simone Fabiano
Summary: Organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) are rapidly advancing technology with potential applications in bioelectronic devices. Recent progress in p-type/n-type organic mixed ionic-electronic conductors (OMIECs) has enabled power-efficient complementary OECT technologies. However, ensuring long-term operational stability remains a challenge. This study demonstrates stable and high-performance p-type OECTs achieved by methylation of the pyrrole-benzothiazine-based ladder polymer backbone. These advancements hold great potential for developing stable bioelectronic circuits capable of in-sensor computing.
MATERIALS HORIZONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaohu Guo, Ke Yue, Jiale Zheng, Zaoli Yu, Yao Wang, Yujing Liu, Tiefeng Liu, Jianmin Luo, Xinyong Tao, Jianwei Nai
Summary: A novel method for obtaining coronal manganese cobalt Prussian blue analogues (MnCo PBA) with high specific surface area was developed through simple chemical etching. The resulting coronal MnSe/CoSe2 demonstrates excellent OER performance, attributed to the high specific area composite MnSe/CoSe2, which exposes more active sites and promotes synergistic effects between its components. This work offers a unique and effective approach to designing high-performance OER electrocatalysts.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Orkun Furat, Donal P. Finegan, Zhenzhen Yang, Matthias Neumann, Sangwook Kim, Tanvir R. Tanim, Peter Weddle, Kandler Smith, Volker Schmidt
Summary: The operating temperature has a significant impact on the degradation behavior of batteries. This study investigates the structural degradation of lithium-ion positive electrodes under different operating temperatures, and finds that particle porosity increases with higher cycling temperature, while particle surface area remains similar across different cycling-temperature aging conditions.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Junyan Li, Ming Lu, Weijia Zheng, Wei Zhang
Summary: MXenes are two-dimensional materials with unique structures and properties, which have attracted significant scientific interest. Ion intercalation, as an important mechanism, plays a crucial role in regulating the electronic and chemical properties of MXene materials. This review provides an overview of the interaction events between ions and MXenes, including advanced characterization techniques, influencing factors, mechanisms, and functionalization roles of ion intercalation.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhengtai Zha, Tianjiang Sun, Diantao Li, Tao Ma, Weijia Zhang, Zhanliang Tao
Summary: A novel zwitterion additive is developed to improve the electrochemical performance and cycling stability of aqueous zinc batteries. The zwitterion forms a stable solid electrolyte interphase on the electrode surface, isolating the zinc anode from the electrolytes and enabling fast zinc ion migration. The proposed electrolyte shows promising results in symmetric cells and full cells, with long cycling stability and high capacity retention.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Nyung Joo Kong, Myeong Seon Kim, Jae Hyun Park, Jongbok Kim, Jungho Jin, Hyun-Wook Lee, Seok Ju Kang
Summary: Polymeric conducting binders have significant research value as they can serve as both binders and conducting agents, increasing the proportion of active materials in batteries and the volumetric energy density. This study explores the potential of a composite of PEDOT:PSS and polyethylene glycol (PEG) as a high-performing binder for silicon anodes. The addition of PEG polymer enhances the conductivity of PEDOT:PSS and improves the mechanical properties of the silicon anode, resulting in extended cycle endurance. The use of operando optical microscopy allows for direct observation of the binder's operation. Consequently, the bifunctional PEDOT:PSS/PEG binder shows promise for high-performance lithium-ion battery binders.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yangze Huang, Lixuan Zhang, Jiawen Ji, Chenyang Cai, Yu Fu
Summary: This study proposed a novel temperature-dependent viscoelastic liquid electrolyte and a hollow transition bi-metal selenide as the sulfur host material to address the issues in Li-S batteries. The experiments showed promising results in stabilizing the anode and improving cycling performance.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ao Yu, Wei Zhang, Nimanyu Joshi, Yang Yang
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive overview of research progress in ZIB anodes, including protective coating layers on zinc surfaces and intercalated anode materials. By designing protective coating layers and selecting appropriate intercalated anode materials, the inherent limitations of zinc metal anode can be overcome, leading to improved reliability and performance of ZIBs.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xin Wang, Yumiao Tian, Konghua Yang, Chenhui Ma, Wenqiang Lu, Xiaofei Bian, Nan Chen, Heng Jiang, Yan Li, Xing Meng, Pengyue Gao, Dong Zhang, Fei Du
Summary: Researchers developed a new sandwich deposition approach using boron nitride layer as a current collector, which enhances the performance of aqueous zinc-ion batteries.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sang Jun Lee, Dongwoo Kang, Dong Yeol Hyeon, Dong Seok Kim, Suyoon Eom, Su Hwan Jeong, Dong Park Lee, Dawon Baek, Jou-Hyeon Ahn, Gyeong Hee Ryu, Kwi-Il Park, San Moon, Joo-Hyung Kim
Summary: This study utilizes the ice-templating method to create a self-supporting three-dimensional hierarchical porous structure, which effectively inhibits sodium dendrite growth and improves the performance and longevity of sodium-metal batteries.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yifan Yu, Meng Lei, Yangyang Liu, Keyi Chen, Chuanzhong Lai, Jiulin Hu, Chilin Li
Summary: Metal fluorides as conversion-reaction cathodes have advantages such as low cost, environmentally friendly, and high energy density. In this study, a hydroxyl-rich copper fluoride (Cu2(OH)3F) was proposed as a conversion cathode, coupled with an electrolyte additive engineering, to address the poor reversibility issue. The presence of OH in Cu2(OH)3F enables effective suppression of Cu+ dissolution, resulting in better reaction reversibility and kinetics.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2024)
