Review
Chemistry, Physical
Yichi Zhang, Guoxu Zheng, Zhuo Yuan, Xinzhe Huang, Feiyan Long, Yinan Li
Summary: This paper focuses on improving the stability of SSLBs by enhancing the compatibility between electrolytes and electrodes. It also discusses the preparation methods of the SEI film. The formation of Li dendrites is an important factor affecting the interfacial compatibility of SSLBs.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yang Xia, Jiaojiao Li, Zhen Xiao, Xiaozheng Zhou, Jun Zhang, Hui Huang, Yongping Gan, Xinping He, Wenkui Zhang
Summary: The study proposes an elaborately designed integration of a sulfide solid electrolyte onto a Ni-rich oxide cathode, using a facile tape casting method, to overcome the scalability production challenge in all-solid-state lithium batteries. The integrated electrode structure significantly strengthens the solid-solid interfacial compatibility, enables rapid Li+ transportation, and maintains a stable interfacial structure, leading to high discharge capacity, excellent cyclic stability, and remarkable rate performance.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fanglin Wu, Zhen Chen, Shan Fang, Wenhua Zuo, Guk-Tae Kim, Stefano Passerini
Summary: Interfacial issues hinder the progress of current solid-state battery technology, and interface engineering approaches are needed to achieve solid-state configuration. Ionic liquids, which are viscous and nonflammable, can optimize the interface between solid electrodes and solid electrolytes, accelerate ion transport at the interface, and create engineered interphases using robust chemical building blocks. This review summarizes the roles of ionic liquids in solid-state batteries, with a focus on the interface, and highlights their functionality and applicability in next-generation battery systems.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kanghyeon Kim, Taehun Kim, Gawon Song, Seonghyun Lee, Min Soo Jung, Seongmin Ha, A. Reum Ha, Kyu Tae Lee
Summary: Argyrodite-type Li6PS5Cl (LPSCl) has attracted attention as a solid electrolyte for all-solid-state batteries due to its high ionic conductivity and mechanical flexibility. However, the interface between LPSCl and cathode materials faces challenges such as electrochemical degradation. In this study, trimethylsilyl compounds were introduced as solid electrolyte additives to improve the interfacial stability between sulfide-based solid electrolytes and cathode materials, resulting in excellent electrochemical performance and enhanced cycle life.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Samprash Risal, Chaoshan Wu, Fei Wang, Sandesh Risal, Francisco C. Robles Hernandez, Weihang Zhu, Yan Yao, Zheng Fan
Summary: As an interlayer in all-solid-state lithium metal batteries (ASSLMBs), the silver-carbon (Ag-C) nanocomposite can significantly enhance the energy density and cycle rate. However, the regulation of lithium plating and stripping by the Ag-C interlayer and the structural and chemical instabilities between the interlayer and the electrolyte or substrate may cause cell failure. This review discusses the interfacial issues and recent progress in solution strategies, with a focus on Ag-C nanocomposite interlayer in anode-free setups, and provides future prospects for improving interlayer techniques in solid-state batteries.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiahao Yu, Qi Liu, Xia Hu, Shuwei Wang, Junru Wu, Bin Liang, Cuiping Han, Feiyu Kang, Baohua Li
Summary: Due to its high ionic conductivity, low cost, and excellent air stability, the NASICON-type Li1.5Al0.5Ge1.5(PO)(4) (LAGP) electrolyte is considered a promising candidate for high-performance solid-state batteries. However, the poor interfacial compatibilities between LAGP and lithium metal hinder its commercial application. In this study, a nano multifunctional LiF@Li-zinc (Zn) alloy layer is introduced at the LAGP|Li interface to improve the interfacial stability and homogenize the Li-ion flux. This design leads to stable and tight interface with low resistance, effective inhibition of side reactions, and dendrite-free Li-ion flux.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rui Li, Daochuan Jiang, Peng Du, Chenbo Yuan, Xiaoyu Cui, Qichen Tang, Jian Zheng, Yecheng Li, Ke Lu, Xiaodi Ren, Shan Gao, Xiaowen Zhan
Summary: Solid electrolytes hold promise for high-energy metallic sodium anodes, but the poor contact between sodium and the solid electrolyte limits the performance of solid-state sodium-metal batteries (SSSMBs). In this study, a Pb/C interlayer strategy is introduced to improve the wetting behavior of Na3Zr2Si2PO12 (NZSP) solid electrolyte. The modified NZSP exhibits excellent wetting properties at low temperature and a negligible interfacial resistance, leading to a longer cycle life. In addition, the study explores the effect of the negative/positive capacity ratio on the performance of SSSMBs and demonstrates the dual functions of the Pb/C interlayer in stabilizing the anode interface and improving sodium utilization.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
M. Nujud Badawi, Khalid Mujasam Batoo, Mamta Bhatia, Ramesh T. Subramaniam, Ramesh Kasi, Ritesh Verma
Summary: This study discusses the physical and chemical interactions between electrolyte/electrode interfaces and cotton fibers. It provides comprehensive insights into the construction of solid-state electrolyte/electrode interfaces and can be useful for future research on cotton-based batteries.
MATERIALS TODAY COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yan Jin, Yaobin Xu, Biwei Xiao, Mark H. Engelhard, Ran Yi, Thanh D. Vo, Bethany E. Matthews, Xiaolin Li, Chongmin Wang, Phung M. L. Le, Ji-Guang Zhang
Summary: This study reports an advanced electrolyte based on sodium bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide-triethyl phosphate, which is highly stable against a high-voltage cathode, enabling long-term cycling of sodium batteries. The stabilization of the high-voltage cathode is attributed to the formation of a stable electrode/electrolyte interphase layer, obtained mainly through salt decomposition, which suppresses transition metal dissolution and surface reconstruction on the cathode.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Qingshun Nian, Tianjiang Sun, Shuang Liu, Haihui Du, Xiaodi Ren, Zhanliang Tao
Summary: Aqueous batteries are gaining attention for large-scale energy storage due to their safety, environmental friendliness, and low cost. However, they suffer from low discharge capacity and power density at low temperatures, limiting practical applications. Various strategies have been proposed to improve the low-temperature performance of aqueous batteries, focusing on electrode materials, electrolyte optimization, and component modification.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chenglong Deng, Nan Chen, Chuanyu Hou, Hanxiao Liu, Zhiming Zhou, Renjie Chen
Summary: This study presents a simple strategy to enhance interfacial contact in solid-state batteries by introducing a gradient composite polymer solid electrolyte, which shows promising results in improving the performance of the battery through improved electrolyte design.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yadong Ruan, Yang Lu, Yanpei Li, Chujun Zheng, Jianmeng Su, Jun Jin, Tongping Xiu, Zhen Song, Michael E. Badding, Zhaoyin Wen
Summary: In this study, an interfacial engineering approach was demonstrated on LLZT by acid-salt treatment, resulting in the construction of a 3D cross-linking LiF-LiCl network that facilitates Li wetting and suppresses lithium dendrite formation. This method successfully reduced interfacial impedance and increased critical current density, while introducing the concept of critical areal capacity (CAC) in CCD measurement. The safety-enhanced hybrid SSBs showed remarkable rate and cycling performances, confirming the feasibility of this interfacial engineering in various SSB systems.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Ting-Ting Wu, Sijie Guo, Bing Li, Jin-Yang Li, Hong-Shen Zhang, Pei-Zhong Ma, Xing Zhang, Chang-Yu Shen, Xian-Hu Liu, An-Min Cao
Summary: The use of solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) instead of liquid ones shows potential for high energy density and safety in next-generation energy storage devices. However, solid-to-solid contact poses challenges to the stability of the electrode/electrolyte interface. In this study, a facile treatment using the dip-coating technique was demonstrated to modify the LLZT/Li interface by forming a MgO interlayer. The modified interface showed significantly reduced interfacial resistance and the assembled Li symmetrical cell exhibited high critical current density and long cycling capability. Full cells based on the LLZT@MgO electrolyte showed excellent cyclability and high rate performance.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Tianpeng Jiao, Meng Xia, Zirong Chen, Yue Zou, Gaopan Liu, Ang Fu, Libao Chen, Zhengliang Gong, Yong Yang, Jianming Zheng
Summary: In this study, a carbon fluoride-silver (CFx-Ag) composite is designed to modify the interface issues of sulfide solid-state batteries (ASSBs). By forming a LiF-enriched modification layer, Li dendrite growth and interface reactions are effectively suppressed, leading to improved stability and cycling performance of the battery.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Tianpeng Jiao, Meng Xia, Zirong Chen, Yue Zou, Gaopan Liu, Ang Fu, Libao Chen, Zhengliang Gong, Yong Yang, Jianming Zheng
Summary: In this study, a carbon fluoride-silver composite was designed to modify sulfide solid-state electrolytes, effectively suppressing the growth of lithium dendrites and improving the safety and stability of all-solid-state batteries. The modified batteries showed excellent electrochemical performance under high-rate and high-temperature conditions.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Song Xue, Jian Shang, Xiuhao Pu, Hao Cheng, Luojiang Zhang, Chenchen Wang, Chun-Sing Lee, Yongbing Tang
Summary: In this study, a dual anionic (N and Se) doping strategy was used to prepare Co9S8 (N,Se-Co9S8) as an anode material for sodium-ion batteries. The N doping increased the electron density of Co9S8, while the Se doping expanded the lattice spacing and lowered the Co-S binding energy. The synergistic combination of N and Se enabled Co9S8 to exhibit high conductivity, good Na+ affinity, and effective Na+ diffusion, resulting in fast reaction kinetics and stable performance during charging/discharging.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tianxing Kang, Chenchen Wang, Xiaoyang Zhao, Zhiqiang Guan, Dong Shen, Tianyi Song, Yan Wu, Fan Zhang, Yongbing Tang, Zhongqiu Tong, Chun-Sing Lee
Summary: The research team has developed an electrochemically inert and catalytic sp2c-COF separator to stabilize Li plating/stripping and accommodate high mass loadings of cathode in future high energy-density rechargeable batteries with Li metal anodes (LMAs). The nano-pores of sp2c-COF enable homogeneous Li+ flux and its electrochemical inertness prevents side reactions. The cyano-groups on sp2c-COF are critical for generating an inorganic-rich solid electrolyte interphase. Li symmetrical cells demonstrate excellent Li plating/stripping behaviors, and full batteries assembled with LiCoO2 and LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 cathodes show impressive areal capacities. This work provides an important strategy for the stabilization of LMA in rechargeable batteries.
ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Fanbin Zeng, Senlin Li, Sanlue Hu, Minling Qiu, Guobin Zhang, Meilin Li, Caiyun Chang, Hongliang Wang, Minwei Xu, Lirong Zheng, Yongbing Tang, Cuiping Han, Hui-Ming Cheng
Summary: Calcium ion batteries (CIBs) are potential energy storage devices due to their abundant resources and low cost. However, slow kinetics limit their performance. In this study, a solvation regulation strategy based on donor number (DN) was proposed to enhance the storage of Ca2+ in sodium vanadate (NVO) cathode. The use of solvent with low DN facilitated the migration of Ca2+ and promoted the insertion of Ca2+ into the NVO electrode, resulting in high capacity and high-rate performance.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yike Wei, Bin Tang, Xiao Liang, Fan Zhang, Yongbing Tang
Summary: A high-energy-density dual-ion battery (DIB) with an ultrahigh-mass-loading MSCG electrode is developed, which exhibits excellent electrochemical performance. The DIBs with the ultrahigh-mass-loading electrode show high discharge capacity and long-term cycling stability, achieving the highest energy density reported for any DIBs.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Xin Lei, Qingyun Tang, Yongping Zheng, Pinit Kidkhunthod, Xiaolong Zhou, Bifa Ji, Yongbing Tang
Summary: This study presents a carbon catalyst design with embedded high-entropy 3d transition metal single atoms, which exhibits superior catalytic activities in the oxygen reduction and evolution reactions compared to commercial Pt/C and RuO2 catalysts in an alkaline environment. This design principle provides a sustainable solution for critical green technologies such as fuel cells, batteries, and water splitting.
NATURE SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Donghao Xie, Miao Zhang, Qirong Liu, Yunjie Lin, Ao Yu, Yongbing Tang
Summary: A scalable and highly efficient approach for the preparation of high-purity 2D metal nanosheets has been developed using organic-inorganic conformal extending procedures. The approach achieves uniform and controllable thickness of metal nanosheets while avoiding the introduction of impurities. As a proof-of-the-concept application, a compact hybrid anode constructed from Sn nanosheets and graphene oxide exhibits high reversible capacity and excellent cycling stability. This methodology is expected to facilitate the fundamental research and applications of 2D metal nanosheets in various important fields.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Liyu Zhou, Rui Yang, Siqi Xu, Xin Lei, Yongping Zheng, Jianfeng Wen, Fan Zhang, Yongbing Tang
Summary: Despite the widespread use of additives in aqueous electrolytes, there is a lack of understanding on how to select suitable additives to regulate reversible Zn plating/stripping chemistry. This study reveals that the electrostatic polarity of non-sacrificial additives is crucial for stabilizing Zn anodes. Sucrose, with high electrostatic polarity, shows the best performance in terms of cycling stability and long-term reversible plating/stripping cycle life for ZIBs.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chunlei Jiang, Jiaxiao Yan, Doufeng Wang, Kunye Yan, Lei Shi, Yongping Zheng, Chengde Xie, Hui-Ming Cheng, Yongbing Tang
Summary: This study presents a dual-phase solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) design that incorporates Al nanoparticles within the LiPON matrix. The dual-phase structure increases the toughness and stiffness of the SEI film, leading to enhanced cycling stability for both Al and silicon anodes in lithium-ion batteries.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Caiyun Chang, Sanlue Hu, Titi Li, Fanbin Zeng, Dun Wang, Songde Guo, Minwei Xu, Guojin Liang, Yongbing Tang, Hongfei Li, Cuiping Han, Hui-Ming Cheng
Summary: The construction of a stable solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) on the zinc anode using a ternary aqueous electrolyte with DMTFA and DMF has been developed in this study. The gradient SEI layer formed provides excellent structural integrity, prevents direct contact between water and the zinc anode, and exhibits high compression modulus and electron-insulating feature. AZIBs with the gradient SEI demonstrate ultra-long cycling stability and high utilization rate under harsh conditions.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chong Chen, Wenjiao Yao, Yongbing Tang
Summary: Sodium-metal batteries (SMBs) are considered crucial for next-generation energy storage due to their high theoretical energy and potential cost-effectiveness. This article provides a detailed explanation of the degradation mechanisms and highlights recent advances in improving the electrochemical performance of SMBs. The strategies discussed include the use of 3D conductive skeletons, protective layers, compatible electrolyte systems, and alloy anodes. The challenges and potential development directions for SMBs are also discussed.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bin Tang, Yike Wei, Rui Jia, Fan Zhang, Yongbing Tang
Summary: High-loading electrodes are crucial in designing practical high-energy batteries, but face challenges such as sluggish ion diffusion and electron conduction kinetics, as well as volume expansion. This review thoroughly discusses these challenges and summarizes solutions including doping and structural design.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuanqi Lan, Xinke Li, Guangmin Zhou, Wenjiao Yao, Hui-Ming Cheng, Yongbing Tang
Summary: Recycling cathode materials from spent lithium-ion batteries is crucial for sustainability. Direct regeneration methods offer a non-destructive and efficient way to obtain high-performance cathodes, reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint. This review discusses the development of direct regeneration and introduces various methods and studies on repairing and upgrading cathodes.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Liyu Zhou, Rui Yang, Siqi Xu, Xin Lei, Yongping Zheng, Jianfeng Wen, Fan Zhang, Yongbing Tang
Summary: This study reveals the critical role of saccharide additives in regulating reversible zinc plating/stripping chemistry. By continuously modulating the solvation structure of zinc ions and forming a molecular adsorption layer, saccharide additives enable uniform zinc deposition and improve cycling stability and lifespan.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hongjin Wang, Shuangqing Zhou, Tao Wang, Zhiye Zhou, Yanggen Huang, Stephan Handschuh-Wang, Hongyu Li, Ying Zhao, Yongbing Tang
Summary: Hierarchical micro-/nano structured boron-doped diamond (BDD) electrodes were designed and synthesized to achieve efficient antifouling and water treatment. The BDD-coated electrodes demonstrated excellent antibacterial properties and reduced chemical oxygen demand, indicating their great potential for long-term water purification.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
