In recent years,photo-powered energy storage devices have attracted considerable research attention due to their potential applications in smart electronics.In this review,we present a comprehensive summary of recent ...In recent years,photo-powered energy storage devices have attracted considerable research attention due to their potential applications in smart electronics.In this review,we present a comprehensive summary of recent developments in two distinct but highly promising energy storage technologies,photo-assisted metal-air batteries and photo-supercapacitors.The section on metal-air batteries primarily describes the electrochemical performance of Zn-air and Li-air systems,innovative photo-electrode designs,and mechanisms that enhance oxygen evolution and reduction reactions.A brief discussion is also provided of other metal-air systems,including Mg,Fe,and Al.In contrast,the section on photo-supercapacitors explores recent advancements in light-driven charge storage,electrode materials,and device architectures,presenting a comparative performance analysis of materials such as metal oxides,sulfides,and perovskites.Various critical challenges,including material stability,efficiency under varying light conditions,and scalability,are also thoroughly examined.Despite their different working principles,both technologies hold great potential to increase energy efficiency and sustainability through the use of photo-assisted processes.The purpose of this review is to bridge existing knowledge gaps and propose future directions for research in these emerging fields.展开更多
The growing concern for energy efficiency and the increasing deployment of intermittent renewable energies has led to the development of technologies for capturing,storing,and discharging energy.Supercapacitors can be...The growing concern for energy efficiency and the increasing deployment of intermittent renewable energies has led to the development of technologies for capturing,storing,and discharging energy.Supercapacitors can be considered where batteries do not meet the requirements.However,supercapacitors in systems with a slower charge/discharge cycle,such as photovoltaic systems(PVS),present other obstacles that make replacing batteries more challenging.An extensive literature review unveils a knowledge gap regarding a methodological comparison of batteries and supercapacitors.In this study,we address the technological feasibility of intermittent renewable energy generation systems,focusing on storage solutions for PVS energy.We propose a framework according to one of the essential parameters for their application in PVS:Energy Density or Specific Energy(Wh/kg).Through computational modelling,issues related to the intermittency and seasonality of the solar energy source are addressed,evaluating the possible benefits of implementing batteries,supercapacitors,and hybrid solutions in renewable energy generation systems.Also,the characteristics of two hypothetical configurations of photovoltaic systems,off-grid and on-grid,were analysed.This analysis highlights the characteristics of totally isolated systems(e.g.,on an island or remote village)and systems connected to the grid(e.g.,solar farms),where eliminating the use of batteries can bring significant benefits,in addition to tax incentives,which are decisive in the investment decision-making process.The results clarify the viability of PVS and allow an understanding of parameters that can support the technical decision process between isolated or non-isolated systems,reflecting economic and financial issues.展开更多
In order to meet the demands of new-generation electric vehicles that require high power output(over 15 kW/kg),it is crucial to increase the energy density of car-bon-based supercapacitors to a level comparable to tha...In order to meet the demands of new-generation electric vehicles that require high power output(over 15 kW/kg),it is crucial to increase the energy density of car-bon-based supercapacitors to a level comparable to that of batteries,while maintaining a high power density.We re-port a porous carbon material produced by immersing pop-lar wood(PW)sawdust in a solution of KOH and graphene oxide(GO),followed by carbonization.The resulting mater-ial has exceptional properties as an electrode for high-en-ergy supercapacitors.Compared to the material prepared by the direct carbonization of PW,its electrical conductivity was in-creased from 0.36 to 26.3 S/cm.Because of this and a high microporosity of over 80%,which provides fast electron channels and a large ion storage surface,when used as the electrodes for a symmetric supercapacitor,it gave a high energy density of 27.9 Wh/kg@0.95 kW/kg in an aqueous electrolyte of 1.0 mol/L Na_(2)SO_(4).The device also had battery-level energy storage with maximum energy densities of 73.9 Wh/kg@2.0 kW/kg and 67.6 Wh/kg@40 kW/kg,an ultrahigh power density,in an organic electrolyte of 1.0 mol/L TEABF4/AN.These values are comparable to those of 30−45 Wh/kg for Pb-acid batteries and 30−55 Wh/kg for aqueous lithium batteries.This work indicates a way to prepare carbon materials that can be used in supercapacit-ors with ultrahigh energy and power densities.展开更多
In order to address the widespread data shortage problem in battery research,this paper proposes a generative adversarial network model that combines it with deep convolutional networks,the Wasserstein distance,and th...In order to address the widespread data shortage problem in battery research,this paper proposes a generative adversarial network model that combines it with deep convolutional networks,the Wasserstein distance,and the gradient penalty to achieve data augmentation.To lower the threshold for implementing the proposed method,transfer learning is further introduced.The W-DC-GAN-GP-TL framework is thereby formed.This framework is evaluated on 3 different publicly available datasets to judge the quality of generated data.Through visual comparisons and the examination of two visualization methods(probability density function(PDF)and principal component analysis(PCA)),it is demonstrated that the generated data is hard to distinguish from the real data.The application of generated data for training a battery state model using transfer learning is further evaluated.Specifically,Bi-GRU-based and Transformer-based methods are implemented on 2 separate datasets for estimating state of health(SOH)and state of charge(SOC),respectively.The results indicate that the proposed framework demonstrates satisfactory performance in different scenarios:for the data replacement scenario,where real data are removed and replaced with generated data,the state estimator accuracy decreases only slightly;for the data enhancement scenario,the estimator accuracy is further improved.The estimation accuracy of SOH and SOC is as low as 0.69%and 0.58%root mean square error(RMSE)after applying the proposed framework.This framework provides a reliable method for enriching battery measurement data.It is a generalized framework capable of generating a variety of time series data.展开更多
Herein,we developed three-dimensional pristine titanium dioxide(TiO_(2))photo-electrocatalyst material(PEM)with homogeneous distribution of oxygen vacancies(OV)for lithium-oxygen(Li-O_(2))battery system(denoted as LOB...Herein,we developed three-dimensional pristine titanium dioxide(TiO_(2))photo-electrocatalyst material(PEM)with homogeneous distribution of oxygen vacancies(OV)for lithium-oxygen(Li-O_(2))battery system(denoted as LOBs)under illumination.This rationally designed OV-TiO_(2)photoelectrode-catalyst has exhibited excellent capacity,small overpotential,long-term cycle stability,and higher rate capability performance according to our electrochemical experiment study.In short,OV as photoinduced charge separation centers(inert surface atomic modification method)fascinate the effective separation of electrons(e^(−))and holes(h^(+)).In turn,induced e−and h+are beneficial to the oxygen reduction reaction(ORR)and oxygen evolution reaction(OER)process.More importantly,machine learning(ML)algorithms to analyze and optimize battery performance are innovative in the photoelectrical field.The utility of ML analysis is extensively shown to be effective in learning the in/output connection of interest.Based on ML analysis results,the OV-TiO_(2)cathode is indeed the key point to extend the LOB life span.More importantly,our brilliant anatase OV-TiO_(2)revealed the optimization of electrode material for high performance and reversibility in LOBs.We expect that it will bring special OV-TiO_(2)and some other hierarchical hollow nanomaterials,a big step toward battery technology no matter in cost-effectiveness and environmentally friendly aspects.展开更多
Herein,manganese(Mn)‑doped poly(1,5‑diaminonaphthalene)(PN)electrode material(Mn@PN)was synthesized via chemical oxidative polymerization.The material′s distinctive vesicular architecture enables rapid ion transport ...Herein,manganese(Mn)‑doped poly(1,5‑diaminonaphthalene)(PN)electrode material(Mn@PN)was synthesized via chemical oxidative polymerization.The material′s distinctive vesicular architecture enables rapid ion transport while maintaining the structural stability of the electrode under continuous charge‑discharge cycles.Electrochemical characterization under a three‑electrode system revealed exceptional rate capability:Mn@PN delivered an ultrahigh specific capacitance of 10318 F·g^(-1) at a low current density of 3 A·g^(-1) and retained 9415 F·g^(-1)(91.2%retention compared to the value at 3 A·g^(-1))even at an ultrahigh current density of 50 A·g^(-1).Moreover,the material exhibited 97.4%capacitance retention after 9000 cycles at 30 A·g^(-1),corresponding with a low capacitance decay rate of 0.003‰per cycle,significantly outperforming conventional conductive polymers like polyaniline(PANI).An asymmetric supercapacitor assembled with Mn@PN as the positive electrode(Mn@PN||AC)achieved an energy density of 328 Wh·kg^(-1) at 15 A·g^(-1) and retained 80.7%of its initial specific capacitance after 4000 cycles at 20 A·g^(-1).展开更多
Herein,3‑aminopropyltriethoxysilane(APTES)was used to modify F‑containing silica slag(SS)by simple grafting and served as a multifunctional barrier layer.The amino group(—NH2)in the amino‑modified SS(NH2‑SS)forms lig...Herein,3‑aminopropyltriethoxysilane(APTES)was used to modify F‑containing silica slag(SS)by simple grafting and served as a multifunctional barrier layer.The amino group(—NH2)in the amino‑modified SS(NH2‑SS)forms ligand bonds or hydrogen bonds with sulfur ions in lithium polysulfides(LiPSs),thus inhibiting the shuttle effect.Electrochemical analyses demonstrated that lithium‑sulfur(Li‑S)batteries employing the NH2‑SS interlayer exhibited discharge specific capacities of 1048 and 789 mAh·g^(-1) at 0.2C and 2C,respectively,and even at 4C,the initial discharge specific capacity remained at 590 mAh·g^(-1),outperforming the Li‑S battery with unmodified SS as the interlayer.展开更多
Lithium–sulfur(Li–S)batteries are promisingcandidates for next-generation energy storagegiven their high energy density and potential low cost.Chemically activated carbon(CAC)is often used fortheir cathodes,because ...Lithium–sulfur(Li–S)batteries are promisingcandidates for next-generation energy storagegiven their high energy density and potential low cost.Chemically activated carbon(CAC)is often used fortheir cathodes,because it has a high specific surfacearea for sulfur loading.We have developed a pressurizedphysical activation(PPA)method that producedan activated carbon(PPAC)with a high specific surfacearea comparable to that of CAC.The pore structure of PPAC could be changed and its use as a cathode material for Li–Sbatteries was investigated.Battery tests at different capacity rates(C-rates)showed that it had a much improved high-rate performancewith a discharge capacity of 900 mAh/(g of sulfur)at 1 C,in contrast to only 600 mAh/(g of sulfur)for CAC.Porestructure analyses showed that PPAC prepared at a high activation temperature(1000℃)had unusual channel-like mesoporesbetween the microdomains that are the basic structural units of artificial carbon materials.These are connected to microporesdeveloped in each microdomain,and deliver ions from the surroundings to the internal pores and vice versa.The well-developedmicropores and mesopores of PPAC respectively ensured the high adsorption of lithium polysulfides and a high rate ofion diffusion.Compared to CAC,PPAC is a high-performance,low-cost cathode material that is promising for use in futureLi–S batteries.展开更多
Operating Lithium-ion batteries at their temperature limits is a challenging design task due to explosion risk at high temperatures and rapid degradation at low temperatures.Depending on the battery package design,tho...Operating Lithium-ion batteries at their temperature limits is a challenging design task due to explosion risk at high temperatures and rapid degradation at low temperatures.Depending on the battery package design,those risks can be solved with passive solutions,which require no active cooling or heating.Thecurrentwork aims to optimize the pack design and materials of the type-NCR18650B battery based on a wide range of operation temperature.The lower limit was denoted by cold case while the maximum limit was expressed by hot case.A combined analyticalnumerical approach was developed to model the heat generation inside the battery.A thermal resistance analysis was used to determine the boundary conditions of the numerical model.The governing differential equations for the 1-D heat generation model were solved analytically.The numerical analysis was considered to determine the best battery pack design based on material parameters,number of batteries,and geometrical arrangement.The analytical results revealedthat the cold case canbe selectedas theworst case and thebestmodel wasobtainedusing thehexagonal-shaped 10-battery pack that was covered with Delrin of 1.8 mm in thickness.The numerical results showed that the best model was the hexagonal-shaped 10-battery pack with Delrin of 2 mm in thickness that achieved the largest temperature of−20.6℃ in the cold case.展开更多
Vanadium redox flow batteries(VRFBs)are a means of large-scale energy storage due to their excellent scalability,safety,long cycling life,and decoupled power and energy capacities.However,the slow redox kinetics of va...Vanadium redox flow batteries(VRFBs)are a means of large-scale energy storage due to their excellent scalability,safety,long cycling life,and decoupled power and energy capacities.However,the slow redox kinetics of vanadium species on conventional carbon electrodes remains a major limitation to their performance.We investigated the deposition of carbon black,carbon nanotubes,and electrochemically exfoliated graphene(Exf-Gr)onto thermally-activated carbon paper(ACP)by spray coating to increase the electrode electrocatalytic activity.The modified electrodes were characterized using scanning electron microscopy,X-ray diffraction,Raman spectroscopy,X-ray photoelectron microscopy,and surface area analysis,while their electrochemical properties were evaluated by cyclic voltammetry,electrochemical impedance spectroscopy,and singlecell VRFB testing.Among the modified electrodes,Exf-Gr/ACP had the best performance,achieving a 2.9-fold reduction in charge transfer resistance compared to pristine ACP and delivering 2.5 times the discharge capacity in single-cell tests.This improvement is attributed to Exf-Gr’s high surface area,favorable catalytic activity,and excellent dispersion on the ACP substrate.Surface modification with electrochemically exfoliated graphene is a highly effective strategy for improving the electrode performance in VRFB systems,with significant implications for large-scale energy storage.展开更多
Despite their high theoretical capacity and energy density,lithiumsulfur(Li–S)batteries still face challenges such as soluble lithium polysulfides(LiPSs)shuttling and sluggish redox kinetics.In this work,we used a no...Despite their high theoretical capacity and energy density,lithiumsulfur(Li–S)batteries still face challenges such as soluble lithium polysulfides(LiPSs)shuttling and sluggish redox kinetics.In this work,we used a novel MoS_(2)-Mo_(2)C heterostructure anchored on a carbon sponge(CS)as a Li_(2)S host to solve these problems.A simple hydrothermal process following carbothermal reduction was used to construct the MoS_(2)-Mo_(2)C heterostructure,enabling control of the phases and integration of MoS_(2) and Mo_(2)C.Structural characterization confirmed the coherent interface of the heterostructure with a precise orientation relationship between the two phases and their uniform distribution.An evaluation of the adsorption and catalytic performance of the material showed that it has an exceptional LiPSs adsorption capacity with faster conversion from Li_(2)S_(4) to Li_(2)S_(2).Density functional theory calculations further confirmed these results.As a result,the cathode had a high initial discharge capacity of 693 mAh g^(−1) at 0.2 C and achieved stable cycling at 2 C for 500 cycles with a low decay rate of 0.107%per cycle.The heterostructure design,coupled with the macroporous CS framework,effectively prevented the shuttling and increased sulfur utilization,offering a promising way to produce practical high-energydensity Li–S batteries.展开更多
Nowadays,higher requirements are put forward to the storage and utilization of energy,and supercapacitor is a kind of energy storage electronic devices.The resulting CA-N,with a specific surface area of 320.6 m^(2)/g ...Nowadays,higher requirements are put forward to the storage and utilization of energy,and supercapacitor is a kind of energy storage electronic devices.The resulting CA-N,with a specific surface area of 320.6 m^(2)/g and a pore volume of 0.28 cm^(3)/g,demonstrated a remarkable supercapacitance of 283.3 F/g.As a mesoporous material,CA-N offers numerous channels for the diffusion and absorption of electrolyte ions.Furthermore,it exhibited an impressive capacity retention rate of 98.48% after 5000 charge-discharge cycles.These outstanding electrochemical properties highlight the potential of CA-N for applications in energy storage.展开更多
With the widespread application of lithium batteries in electric vehicles and energy storage systems,battery-related safety and reliability issues have become increasingly prominent.Conventional monitoring methods oft...With the widespread application of lithium batteries in electric vehicles and energy storage systems,battery-related safety and reliability issues have become increasingly prominent.Conventional monitoring methods often struggle to address dynamic changes under complex operando.In recent years,flexible sensing technology has emerged as a promising solution for battery health monitoring due to its high adaptability and conformability to complex structures.Meanwhile,empowered by artificial intelligence(AI)for data analysis,the collected data enables efficient and accurate state assessment,offering robust support for accident prevention.Against this background,this paper first explores the integrated applications of flexible sensors in battery health monitoring and their unique advantages in addressing complex battery operating conditions,while analyzing the potential of AI in battery state analysis.Subsequently,it systematically reviews mainstream flexible sensing technologies(e.g.,film sensors,thermocouples,and optical fiber sensors),elucidating their mechanisms for revealing intricate internal battery processes during operation.Finally,the paper discusses AI’s role in enhancing monitoring efficiency and accuracy,and envisions future research directions and application prospects.This work aims to provide technical references for the battery health monitoring field as well as promote the application of flexible sensing technologies in improving battery system safety and reliability.展开更多
Sodium-based dual-ion batteries(SDIBs)have been attracting increasing attention in recent years owing to their low cost,environmental benignancy,and high operating voltage.However,the sluggish ion kinetics of conventi...Sodium-based dual-ion batteries(SDIBs)have been attracting increasing attention in recent years owing to their low cost,environmental benignancy,and high operating voltage.However,the sluggish ion kinetics of conventional carbon anodes that cannot match the fast capacitive anion intercalation behavior of graphite cathodes constraints on improving power density of SDIBs.Herein,we present an ingenious carbon microdomain engineering strategy to fabricate high-performance carbon anode with ion-mediated high-activity nitrogen species and molecular-scale closed-pore architectures.Experimental characterizations and theoretical investigations demonstrate that Zn^(2+)-mediated structural engineering tailors oxidized nitrogen species,which proficiently accelerate the sodium-ion desolvation kinetics;meanwhile the acetate-mediated pore-forming process modulates closed pores,which synergistically afford abundant sodium storage sites for high plateau-region capacity.As a result,the optimized microdomain engineered carbon material(MEC_(3))tailored with the optimal amount of zinc acetate demonstrates an outstanding plateau-region capacity of 253 mAh g^(-1)even at 1 C,among the highest reported values.Consequently,the MEC_(3)||expanded graphite dual-ion battery exhibits an unprecedented cycling stability at high current rate,maintaining 80.6%capacity retention after 10,000 cycles at 10 C,among the best reports.This microdomain engineering strategy provides a new design principle for overcoming kinetic limitations of carbonaceous materials in plateau-dominated sodium storage systems.展开更多
The development of shape-customizable and bulk flexible electrochemical devices through processing technologies as versatile as those used for plastics promises to revolutionize the future of battery technology.Howeve...The development of shape-customizable and bulk flexible electrochemical devices through processing technologies as versatile as those used for plastics promises to revolutionize the future of battery technology.However,this pursuit has been fundamentally hindered by the absence of transformative battery materials capable of delivering the necessary electrochemical functions,robust interface adhesion,and,crucially,the suitable rheological properties required for on-demand shaping.In this work,we introduce a concept of a multifunctional plasticine electrode matrix(PEM)featuring nano-interpenetrating networks(nano-IPN)to address this challenge.Utilizing the nonflammable liquid-electrolyte hydration combined with conductive nanomaterials,we have realized a PEM in the form of a multifunctional nanocomposite that integrates ion and electron conduction,component binding,non-flammability,and plasticine-like moldability.With this PEM,we have successfully fabricated a variety of bulk-flexible electrodes with high mass loading of active material(AM)(>70 wt%)using industry-friendly extrusion and compression molding techniques.Moreover,these high AM-loading composite electrodes achieve an unparalleled bulk conformability and flexibility,remaining structurally intact even under severe mechanical stress.Ultimately,we have successfully produced shape-patternable and flexible batteries via extrusion molding.This study underscores the potential of the PEM to revolutionize battery microstructures,interfaces,manufacturing processes,and performance characteristics.展开更多
Each morning at Yangluo Port in Wuhan,Hubei Province,the all-electric cargo vessel Huahang Xinneng No.1 completes a battery swap in under 10 minutes before returning to service with nearly 8,000 kWh of power onboard。
Lithium-oxygen(Li-O2)batteries are perceived as a promising breakthrough in sustainable electrochemical energy storage,utilizing ambient air as an energy source,eliminating the need for costly cathode materials,and of...Lithium-oxygen(Li-O2)batteries are perceived as a promising breakthrough in sustainable electrochemical energy storage,utilizing ambient air as an energy source,eliminating the need for costly cathode materials,and offering the highest theoretical energy density(~3.5 k Wh kg^(-1))among discussed candidates.Contributing to the poor cycle life of currently reported Li-O_(2)cells is singlet oxygen(1O_(2))formation,inducing parasitic reactions,degrading key components,and severely deteriorating cell performance.Here,we harness the chirality-induced spin selectivity effect of chiral cobalt oxide nanosheets(Co_(3)O_(4)NSs)as cathode materials to suppress 1O_(2)in Li-O_(2)batteries for the first time.Operando photoluminescence spectroscopy reveals a 3.7-fold and 3.23-fold reduction in 1O_(2)during discharge and charge,respectively,compared to conventional carbon paperbased cells,consistent with differential electrochemical mass spectrometry results,which indicate a near-theoretical charge-to-O_(2)ratio(2.04 e-/O_(2)).Density functional theory calculations demonstrate that chirality induces a peak shift near the Fermi level,enhancing Co 3d-O 2p hybridization,stabilizing reaction intermediates,and lowering activation barriers for Li_(2)O_(2)formation and decomposition.These findings establish a new strategy for improving the stability and energy efficiency of sustainable Li-O_(2)batteries,abridging the current gap to commercialization.展开更多
Strategies for achieving high-energy-density lithium-ion batteries include using high-capacity materials such as high-nickel NCM,increasing the active material content in the electrode by utilizing high-conductivity c...Strategies for achieving high-energy-density lithium-ion batteries include using high-capacity materials such as high-nickel NCM,increasing the active material content in the electrode by utilizing high-conductivity carbon nanotubes(CNT)conductive materials,and electrode thickening.However,these methods are still limited due to the limitation in the capacity of high-nickel NCM,aggregation of CNT conductive materials,and nonuniform material distribution of thick-film electrodes,which ultimately damage the mechanical and electrical integrity of the electrode,leading to a decrease in electrochemical performance.Here,we present an integrated binder-CNT composite dispersion solution to realize a high-solids-content(>77 wt%)slurry for high-mass-loading electrodes and to mitigate the migration of binder and conductive additives.Indeed,the approach reduces solvent usage by approximately 30%and ensures uniform conductive additive-binder domain distribution during electrode manufacturing,resulting in improved coating quality and adhesive strength for high-mass-loading electrodes(>12 mAh cm^(−2)).In terms of various electrode properties,the presented electrode showed low resistance and excellent electrochemical properties despite the low CNT contents of 0.6 wt%compared to the pristine-applied electrode with 0.85 wt%CNT contents.Moreover,our strategy enables faster drying,which increases the coating speed,thereby offering potential energy savings and supporting carbon neutrality in wet-based electrode manufacturing processes.展开更多
Niobium-based oxides show great potential in anode materials for fast-charging lithium-ion batteries,but their practical application remains hindered by intrinsically low conductivity.In this study,we successfully syn...Niobium-based oxides show great potential in anode materials for fast-charging lithium-ion batteries,but their practical application remains hindered by intrinsically low conductivity.In this study,we successfully synthesize nano-sized Wadsley-Roth FeNb_(11)O_(29)through Fe-driven phase transformation of Nb_(2)O_(5),which delivers a high specific capacity(280.5 mA h g^(−1)at 0.25 C)along with abundant redox-active sites.Moreover,the Wadsley-Roth shear structure of FeNb_(11)O_(29)facilitates rapid Li^(+)diffusion and guarantees exceptional structural stability.Theoretical calculations further confirm that FeNb_(11)O_(29)has a narrow band gap,which significantly enhances the conductivity.Owing to these merits,FeNb_(11)O_(29)achieves a full charge/discharge cycle within merely 25 s at 75 C rate and retains remarkable cycling stability over 2500 cycles.As a consequence,our assembled FeNb_(11)O_(29)||LiFePO_(4)full cell demonstrates ultra-long cyclability(>10000 cycles)and outstanding fast-charging capability(complete cycling within 2 min at 30 C).These findings highlight nano-sized FeNb_(11)O_(29)as a highly promising anode candidate for next-generation fast-charging LIBs.展开更多
Lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries require efficient catalysts to accelerate polysulfide conversion and mitigate the shuttle effect.However,the rational design of catalysts remains challenging due to the lack of a systemat...Lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries require efficient catalysts to accelerate polysulfide conversion and mitigate the shuttle effect.However,the rational design of catalysts remains challenging due to the lack of a systematic strategy that rationally optimizes electronic structures and mesoscale transport properties.In this work,we propose an autogenously transformed CoWO_(4)/WO_(2) heterojunction catalyst,integrating a strong polysulfide-adsorbing intercalation catalyst with a metallic-phase promoter for enhanced activity.CoWO_(4) effectively captures polysulfides,while the CoWO_(4)/WO_(2) interface facilitates their S-S bond activation on heterogenous catalytic sites.Benefiting from its directional intercalation channels,CoWO_(4) not only serves as a dynamic Li-ion reservoir but also provides continuous and direct pathways for rapid Li-ion transport.Such synergistic interactions across the heterojunction interfaces enhance the catalytic activity of the composite.As a result,the CoWO_(4)/WO_(2) heterostructure demonstrates significantly enhanced catalytic performance,delivering a high capacity of 1262 mAh g^(−1) at 0.1 C.Furthermore,its rate capability and high sulfur loading performance are markedly improved,surpassing the limitations of its single-component counterparts.This study provides new insights into the catalytic mechanisms governing Li-S chemistry and offers a promising strategy for the rational design of high-performance Li-S battery catalysts.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52263028)Xingdian Talent Funding Project(Year 2022,Yunnan Province,China).
文摘In recent years,photo-powered energy storage devices have attracted considerable research attention due to their potential applications in smart electronics.In this review,we present a comprehensive summary of recent developments in two distinct but highly promising energy storage technologies,photo-assisted metal-air batteries and photo-supercapacitors.The section on metal-air batteries primarily describes the electrochemical performance of Zn-air and Li-air systems,innovative photo-electrode designs,and mechanisms that enhance oxygen evolution and reduction reactions.A brief discussion is also provided of other metal-air systems,including Mg,Fe,and Al.In contrast,the section on photo-supercapacitors explores recent advancements in light-driven charge storage,electrode materials,and device architectures,presenting a comparative performance analysis of materials such as metal oxides,sulfides,and perovskites.Various critical challenges,including material stability,efficiency under varying light conditions,and scalability,are also thoroughly examined.Despite their different working principles,both technologies hold great potential to increase energy efficiency and sustainability through the use of photo-assisted processes.The purpose of this review is to bridge existing knowledge gaps and propose future directions for research in these emerging fields.
基金the financial support from:“Ministerio de Ciencia,Innovación y Universidades”of Spain(PID2021-127713OA-I00,PID2021-123511OB-C33,PID2021-124139NBC22-CIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033/FEDER,EU,TED2021-129851B-I00-/AEI/10.13039/501100011033/Unión Europea NextGenerationEU/PRTR and RED2022-134219-T)“Ministerio da Educacao-MEC”of Brazil(CAPES PDPG-POSDOC 88887.807971/2023-00).
文摘The growing concern for energy efficiency and the increasing deployment of intermittent renewable energies has led to the development of technologies for capturing,storing,and discharging energy.Supercapacitors can be considered where batteries do not meet the requirements.However,supercapacitors in systems with a slower charge/discharge cycle,such as photovoltaic systems(PVS),present other obstacles that make replacing batteries more challenging.An extensive literature review unveils a knowledge gap regarding a methodological comparison of batteries and supercapacitors.In this study,we address the technological feasibility of intermittent renewable energy generation systems,focusing on storage solutions for PVS energy.We propose a framework according to one of the essential parameters for their application in PVS:Energy Density or Specific Energy(Wh/kg).Through computational modelling,issues related to the intermittency and seasonality of the solar energy source are addressed,evaluating the possible benefits of implementing batteries,supercapacitors,and hybrid solutions in renewable energy generation systems.Also,the characteristics of two hypothetical configurations of photovoltaic systems,off-grid and on-grid,were analysed.This analysis highlights the characteristics of totally isolated systems(e.g.,on an island or remote village)and systems connected to the grid(e.g.,solar farms),where eliminating the use of batteries can bring significant benefits,in addition to tax incentives,which are decisive in the investment decision-making process.The results clarify the viability of PVS and allow an understanding of parameters that can support the technical decision process between isolated or non-isolated systems,reflecting economic and financial issues.
文摘In order to meet the demands of new-generation electric vehicles that require high power output(over 15 kW/kg),it is crucial to increase the energy density of car-bon-based supercapacitors to a level comparable to that of batteries,while maintaining a high power density.We re-port a porous carbon material produced by immersing pop-lar wood(PW)sawdust in a solution of KOH and graphene oxide(GO),followed by carbonization.The resulting mater-ial has exceptional properties as an electrode for high-en-ergy supercapacitors.Compared to the material prepared by the direct carbonization of PW,its electrical conductivity was in-creased from 0.36 to 26.3 S/cm.Because of this and a high microporosity of over 80%,which provides fast electron channels and a large ion storage surface,when used as the electrodes for a symmetric supercapacitor,it gave a high energy density of 27.9 Wh/kg@0.95 kW/kg in an aqueous electrolyte of 1.0 mol/L Na_(2)SO_(4).The device also had battery-level energy storage with maximum energy densities of 73.9 Wh/kg@2.0 kW/kg and 67.6 Wh/kg@40 kW/kg,an ultrahigh power density,in an organic electrolyte of 1.0 mol/L TEABF4/AN.These values are comparable to those of 30−45 Wh/kg for Pb-acid batteries and 30−55 Wh/kg for aqueous lithium batteries.This work indicates a way to prepare carbon materials that can be used in supercapacit-ors with ultrahigh energy and power densities.
基金funded by the Bavarian State Ministry of Science,Research and Art(Grant number:H.2-F1116.WE/52/2)。
文摘In order to address the widespread data shortage problem in battery research,this paper proposes a generative adversarial network model that combines it with deep convolutional networks,the Wasserstein distance,and the gradient penalty to achieve data augmentation.To lower the threshold for implementing the proposed method,transfer learning is further introduced.The W-DC-GAN-GP-TL framework is thereby formed.This framework is evaluated on 3 different publicly available datasets to judge the quality of generated data.Through visual comparisons and the examination of two visualization methods(probability density function(PDF)and principal component analysis(PCA)),it is demonstrated that the generated data is hard to distinguish from the real data.The application of generated data for training a battery state model using transfer learning is further evaluated.Specifically,Bi-GRU-based and Transformer-based methods are implemented on 2 separate datasets for estimating state of health(SOH)and state of charge(SOC),respectively.The results indicate that the proposed framework demonstrates satisfactory performance in different scenarios:for the data replacement scenario,where real data are removed and replaced with generated data,the state estimator accuracy decreases only slightly;for the data enhancement scenario,the estimator accuracy is further improved.The estimation accuracy of SOH and SOC is as low as 0.69%and 0.58%root mean square error(RMSE)after applying the proposed framework.This framework provides a reliable method for enriching battery measurement data.It is a generalized framework capable of generating a variety of time series data.
基金supported by the Australian Research Council Discovery Program(No.DP220103416)Australian Research Council Future Fellowships(Nos.FT200100730 and FT210100804)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52474431,51874051 and 52111530139).
文摘Herein,we developed three-dimensional pristine titanium dioxide(TiO_(2))photo-electrocatalyst material(PEM)with homogeneous distribution of oxygen vacancies(OV)for lithium-oxygen(Li-O_(2))battery system(denoted as LOBs)under illumination.This rationally designed OV-TiO_(2)photoelectrode-catalyst has exhibited excellent capacity,small overpotential,long-term cycle stability,and higher rate capability performance according to our electrochemical experiment study.In short,OV as photoinduced charge separation centers(inert surface atomic modification method)fascinate the effective separation of electrons(e^(−))and holes(h^(+)).In turn,induced e−and h+are beneficial to the oxygen reduction reaction(ORR)and oxygen evolution reaction(OER)process.More importantly,machine learning(ML)algorithms to analyze and optimize battery performance are innovative in the photoelectrical field.The utility of ML analysis is extensively shown to be effective in learning the in/output connection of interest.Based on ML analysis results,the OV-TiO_(2)cathode is indeed the key point to extend the LOB life span.More importantly,our brilliant anatase OV-TiO_(2)revealed the optimization of electrode material for high performance and reversibility in LOBs.We expect that it will bring special OV-TiO_(2)and some other hierarchical hollow nanomaterials,a big step toward battery technology no matter in cost-effectiveness and environmentally friendly aspects.
文摘Herein,manganese(Mn)‑doped poly(1,5‑diaminonaphthalene)(PN)electrode material(Mn@PN)was synthesized via chemical oxidative polymerization.The material′s distinctive vesicular architecture enables rapid ion transport while maintaining the structural stability of the electrode under continuous charge‑discharge cycles.Electrochemical characterization under a three‑electrode system revealed exceptional rate capability:Mn@PN delivered an ultrahigh specific capacitance of 10318 F·g^(-1) at a low current density of 3 A·g^(-1) and retained 9415 F·g^(-1)(91.2%retention compared to the value at 3 A·g^(-1))even at an ultrahigh current density of 50 A·g^(-1).Moreover,the material exhibited 97.4%capacitance retention after 9000 cycles at 30 A·g^(-1),corresponding with a low capacitance decay rate of 0.003‰per cycle,significantly outperforming conventional conductive polymers like polyaniline(PANI).An asymmetric supercapacitor assembled with Mn@PN as the positive electrode(Mn@PN||AC)achieved an energy density of 328 Wh·kg^(-1) at 15 A·g^(-1) and retained 80.7%of its initial specific capacitance after 4000 cycles at 20 A·g^(-1).
文摘Herein,3‑aminopropyltriethoxysilane(APTES)was used to modify F‑containing silica slag(SS)by simple grafting and served as a multifunctional barrier layer.The amino group(—NH2)in the amino‑modified SS(NH2‑SS)forms ligand bonds or hydrogen bonds with sulfur ions in lithium polysulfides(LiPSs),thus inhibiting the shuttle effect.Electrochemical analyses demonstrated that lithium‑sulfur(Li‑S)batteries employing the NH2‑SS interlayer exhibited discharge specific capacities of 1048 and 789 mAh·g^(-1) at 0.2C and 2C,respectively,and even at 4C,the initial discharge specific capacity remained at 590 mAh·g^(-1),outperforming the Li‑S battery with unmodified SS as the interlayer.
文摘Lithium–sulfur(Li–S)batteries are promisingcandidates for next-generation energy storagegiven their high energy density and potential low cost.Chemically activated carbon(CAC)is often used fortheir cathodes,because it has a high specific surfacearea for sulfur loading.We have developed a pressurizedphysical activation(PPA)method that producedan activated carbon(PPAC)with a high specific surfacearea comparable to that of CAC.The pore structure of PPAC could be changed and its use as a cathode material for Li–Sbatteries was investigated.Battery tests at different capacity rates(C-rates)showed that it had a much improved high-rate performancewith a discharge capacity of 900 mAh/(g of sulfur)at 1 C,in contrast to only 600 mAh/(g of sulfur)for CAC.Porestructure analyses showed that PPAC prepared at a high activation temperature(1000℃)had unusual channel-like mesoporesbetween the microdomains that are the basic structural units of artificial carbon materials.These are connected to microporesdeveloped in each microdomain,and deliver ions from the surroundings to the internal pores and vice versa.The well-developedmicropores and mesopores of PPAC respectively ensured the high adsorption of lithium polysulfides and a high rate ofion diffusion.Compared to CAC,PPAC is a high-performance,low-cost cathode material that is promising for use in futureLi–S batteries.
文摘Operating Lithium-ion batteries at their temperature limits is a challenging design task due to explosion risk at high temperatures and rapid degradation at low temperatures.Depending on the battery package design,those risks can be solved with passive solutions,which require no active cooling or heating.Thecurrentwork aims to optimize the pack design and materials of the type-NCR18650B battery based on a wide range of operation temperature.The lower limit was denoted by cold case while the maximum limit was expressed by hot case.A combined analyticalnumerical approach was developed to model the heat generation inside the battery.A thermal resistance analysis was used to determine the boundary conditions of the numerical model.The governing differential equations for the 1-D heat generation model were solved analytically.The numerical analysis was considered to determine the best battery pack design based on material parameters,number of batteries,and geometrical arrangement.The analytical results revealedthat the cold case canbe selectedas theworst case and thebestmodel wasobtainedusing thehexagonal-shaped 10-battery pack that was covered with Delrin of 1.8 mm in thickness.The numerical results showed that the best model was the hexagonal-shaped 10-battery pack with Delrin of 2 mm in thickness that achieved the largest temperature of−20.6℃ in the cold case.
基金supported by the University of Seoul’s 2025 Research Fund.
文摘Vanadium redox flow batteries(VRFBs)are a means of large-scale energy storage due to their excellent scalability,safety,long cycling life,and decoupled power and energy capacities.However,the slow redox kinetics of vanadium species on conventional carbon electrodes remains a major limitation to their performance.We investigated the deposition of carbon black,carbon nanotubes,and electrochemically exfoliated graphene(Exf-Gr)onto thermally-activated carbon paper(ACP)by spray coating to increase the electrode electrocatalytic activity.The modified electrodes were characterized using scanning electron microscopy,X-ray diffraction,Raman spectroscopy,X-ray photoelectron microscopy,and surface area analysis,while their electrochemical properties were evaluated by cyclic voltammetry,electrochemical impedance spectroscopy,and singlecell VRFB testing.Among the modified electrodes,Exf-Gr/ACP had the best performance,achieving a 2.9-fold reduction in charge transfer resistance compared to pristine ACP and delivering 2.5 times the discharge capacity in single-cell tests.This improvement is attributed to Exf-Gr’s high surface area,favorable catalytic activity,and excellent dispersion on the ACP substrate.Surface modification with electrochemically exfoliated graphene is a highly effective strategy for improving the electrode performance in VRFB systems,with significant implications for large-scale energy storage.
文摘Despite their high theoretical capacity and energy density,lithiumsulfur(Li–S)batteries still face challenges such as soluble lithium polysulfides(LiPSs)shuttling and sluggish redox kinetics.In this work,we used a novel MoS_(2)-Mo_(2)C heterostructure anchored on a carbon sponge(CS)as a Li_(2)S host to solve these problems.A simple hydrothermal process following carbothermal reduction was used to construct the MoS_(2)-Mo_(2)C heterostructure,enabling control of the phases and integration of MoS_(2) and Mo_(2)C.Structural characterization confirmed the coherent interface of the heterostructure with a precise orientation relationship between the two phases and their uniform distribution.An evaluation of the adsorption and catalytic performance of the material showed that it has an exceptional LiPSs adsorption capacity with faster conversion from Li_(2)S_(4) to Li_(2)S_(2).Density functional theory calculations further confirmed these results.As a result,the cathode had a high initial discharge capacity of 693 mAh g^(−1) at 0.2 C and achieved stable cycling at 2 C for 500 cycles with a low decay rate of 0.107%per cycle.The heterostructure design,coupled with the macroporous CS framework,effectively prevented the shuttling and increased sulfur utilization,offering a promising way to produce practical high-energydensity Li–S batteries.
基金supported by Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(No.JCYJ20240813103608012)State Key Laboratory of New Textile Materials andAdvanced Processing Technologies(No.FZ2024019)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22104117).
文摘Nowadays,higher requirements are put forward to the storage and utilization of energy,and supercapacitor is a kind of energy storage electronic devices.The resulting CA-N,with a specific surface area of 320.6 m^(2)/g and a pore volume of 0.28 cm^(3)/g,demonstrated a remarkable supercapacitance of 283.3 F/g.As a mesoporous material,CA-N offers numerous channels for the diffusion and absorption of electrolyte ions.Furthermore,it exhibited an impressive capacity retention rate of 98.48% after 5000 charge-discharge cycles.These outstanding electrochemical properties highlight the potential of CA-N for applications in energy storage.
基金supported by the grant of State Key Laboratory of Space Environment Interaction with Matters,the Science and Technology on Vacuum Technology and Physics Laboratory Fund(HTKJ2023KL510008)Key Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62433017)+6 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62274140)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(20720230030)the Xiaomi Young Talents Program/Xiaomi Foundation,Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(JCYJ20230807091401003)the Young Elite Scientist Sponsorship Program by Cast(No.YESS20230523)the State Key Laboratory of Space Environment Interaction with Matters(WDZC-HGD-2022-08)the Gansu Provincial Science and Technology Major Project(2244ZZDD1133GGAA000077)the China Aerospace Science and Technology Group Corporation Young Top Talents.
文摘With the widespread application of lithium batteries in electric vehicles and energy storage systems,battery-related safety and reliability issues have become increasingly prominent.Conventional monitoring methods often struggle to address dynamic changes under complex operando.In recent years,flexible sensing technology has emerged as a promising solution for battery health monitoring due to its high adaptability and conformability to complex structures.Meanwhile,empowered by artificial intelligence(AI)for data analysis,the collected data enables efficient and accurate state assessment,offering robust support for accident prevention.Against this background,this paper first explores the integrated applications of flexible sensors in battery health monitoring and their unique advantages in addressing complex battery operating conditions,while analyzing the potential of AI in battery state analysis.Subsequently,it systematically reviews mainstream flexible sensing technologies(e.g.,film sensors,thermocouples,and optical fiber sensors),elucidating their mechanisms for revealing intricate internal battery processes during operation.Finally,the paper discusses AI’s role in enhancing monitoring efficiency and accuracy,and envisions future research directions and application prospects.This work aims to provide technical references for the battery health monitoring field as well as promote the application of flexible sensing technologies in improving battery system safety and reliability.
基金support from the National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFB2402600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52125105,52572282,52472269,52273312,22309200)+3 种基金Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2024A1515010201,2024A1515012379,2024A1515011670,2023A1515011519)Guangdong Special Support Program Outstanding Young Talents in Science and Technology Innovation(2021TQ05L894)Shenzhen Science and Technology Planning Project(JSGG20220831104004008,SGDX20230116092055008,KCXST20221021111606016)the NSRF via the Program Management Unit for Human Resources&Institutional Development,Research and Innovation(B49G680115).
文摘Sodium-based dual-ion batteries(SDIBs)have been attracting increasing attention in recent years owing to their low cost,environmental benignancy,and high operating voltage.However,the sluggish ion kinetics of conventional carbon anodes that cannot match the fast capacitive anion intercalation behavior of graphite cathodes constraints on improving power density of SDIBs.Herein,we present an ingenious carbon microdomain engineering strategy to fabricate high-performance carbon anode with ion-mediated high-activity nitrogen species and molecular-scale closed-pore architectures.Experimental characterizations and theoretical investigations demonstrate that Zn^(2+)-mediated structural engineering tailors oxidized nitrogen species,which proficiently accelerate the sodium-ion desolvation kinetics;meanwhile the acetate-mediated pore-forming process modulates closed pores,which synergistically afford abundant sodium storage sites for high plateau-region capacity.As a result,the optimized microdomain engineered carbon material(MEC_(3))tailored with the optimal amount of zinc acetate demonstrates an outstanding plateau-region capacity of 253 mAh g^(-1)even at 1 C,among the highest reported values.Consequently,the MEC_(3)||expanded graphite dual-ion battery exhibits an unprecedented cycling stability at high current rate,maintaining 80.6%capacity retention after 10,000 cycles at 10 C,among the best reports.This microdomain engineering strategy provides a new design principle for overcoming kinetic limitations of carbonaceous materials in plateau-dominated sodium storage systems.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52473248,52203123,52125301,22279070 and U21A20170)the State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering(Grant No:sklpme 2023-1-05 and sklpme 2024-2-04)+3 种基金the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(No.2019YFA0705703)the Sichuan Science and Technology Program(2023NSFSC0991 and 2025ZNSFSC1411)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universitiespartially sponsored by the Double First-Class Construction Funds of Sichuan University.
文摘The development of shape-customizable and bulk flexible electrochemical devices through processing technologies as versatile as those used for plastics promises to revolutionize the future of battery technology.However,this pursuit has been fundamentally hindered by the absence of transformative battery materials capable of delivering the necessary electrochemical functions,robust interface adhesion,and,crucially,the suitable rheological properties required for on-demand shaping.In this work,we introduce a concept of a multifunctional plasticine electrode matrix(PEM)featuring nano-interpenetrating networks(nano-IPN)to address this challenge.Utilizing the nonflammable liquid-electrolyte hydration combined with conductive nanomaterials,we have realized a PEM in the form of a multifunctional nanocomposite that integrates ion and electron conduction,component binding,non-flammability,and plasticine-like moldability.With this PEM,we have successfully fabricated a variety of bulk-flexible electrodes with high mass loading of active material(AM)(>70 wt%)using industry-friendly extrusion and compression molding techniques.Moreover,these high AM-loading composite electrodes achieve an unparalleled bulk conformability and flexibility,remaining structurally intact even under severe mechanical stress.Ultimately,we have successfully produced shape-patternable and flexible batteries via extrusion molding.This study underscores the potential of the PEM to revolutionize battery microstructures,interfaces,manufacturing processes,and performance characteristics.
文摘Each morning at Yangluo Port in Wuhan,Hubei Province,the all-electric cargo vessel Huahang Xinneng No.1 completes a battery swap in under 10 minutes before returning to service with nearly 8,000 kWh of power onboard。
基金supported by Basic Science Research Program(Priority Research Institute)through the NRF of Korea funded by the Ministry of Education(2021R1A6A1A10039823)by the Korea Basic Science Institute(National Research Facilities and Equipment Center)grant funded by the Ministry of Education(2020R1A6C101B194)。
文摘Lithium-oxygen(Li-O2)batteries are perceived as a promising breakthrough in sustainable electrochemical energy storage,utilizing ambient air as an energy source,eliminating the need for costly cathode materials,and offering the highest theoretical energy density(~3.5 k Wh kg^(-1))among discussed candidates.Contributing to the poor cycle life of currently reported Li-O_(2)cells is singlet oxygen(1O_(2))formation,inducing parasitic reactions,degrading key components,and severely deteriorating cell performance.Here,we harness the chirality-induced spin selectivity effect of chiral cobalt oxide nanosheets(Co_(3)O_(4)NSs)as cathode materials to suppress 1O_(2)in Li-O_(2)batteries for the first time.Operando photoluminescence spectroscopy reveals a 3.7-fold and 3.23-fold reduction in 1O_(2)during discharge and charge,respectively,compared to conventional carbon paperbased cells,consistent with differential electrochemical mass spectrometry results,which indicate a near-theoretical charge-to-O_(2)ratio(2.04 e-/O_(2)).Density functional theory calculations demonstrate that chirality induces a peak shift near the Fermi level,enhancing Co 3d-O 2p hybridization,stabilizing reaction intermediates,and lowering activation barriers for Li_(2)O_(2)formation and decomposition.These findings establish a new strategy for improving the stability and energy efficiency of sustainable Li-O_(2)batteries,abridging the current gap to commercialization.
基金supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF)grant funded by the Korea government(MSIT)(No.2022M3H4A6A0103720142)the National Research Council of Science&Technology(NST)grant by the Korea government(MSIT)(No.GTL24011-000)+1 种基金the Technology Innovation Program(RS-2024-00404165)through the Korea Planning&Evaluation Institute of Industrial Technology(KEIT)funded by the Ministry of Trade,Industry&Energy(MOTIE,Korea)supported by the Samsung SDI Co.Ltd.and the Korea Institute of Science and Technology(KIST)institutional program(2E33942,2E3394B)。
文摘Strategies for achieving high-energy-density lithium-ion batteries include using high-capacity materials such as high-nickel NCM,increasing the active material content in the electrode by utilizing high-conductivity carbon nanotubes(CNT)conductive materials,and electrode thickening.However,these methods are still limited due to the limitation in the capacity of high-nickel NCM,aggregation of CNT conductive materials,and nonuniform material distribution of thick-film electrodes,which ultimately damage the mechanical and electrical integrity of the electrode,leading to a decrease in electrochemical performance.Here,we present an integrated binder-CNT composite dispersion solution to realize a high-solids-content(>77 wt%)slurry for high-mass-loading electrodes and to mitigate the migration of binder and conductive additives.Indeed,the approach reduces solvent usage by approximately 30%and ensures uniform conductive additive-binder domain distribution during electrode manufacturing,resulting in improved coating quality and adhesive strength for high-mass-loading electrodes(>12 mAh cm^(−2)).In terms of various electrode properties,the presented electrode showed low resistance and excellent electrochemical properties despite the low CNT contents of 0.6 wt%compared to the pristine-applied electrode with 0.85 wt%CNT contents.Moreover,our strategy enables faster drying,which increases the coating speed,thereby offering potential energy savings and supporting carbon neutrality in wet-based electrode manufacturing processes.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (52272209)
文摘Niobium-based oxides show great potential in anode materials for fast-charging lithium-ion batteries,but their practical application remains hindered by intrinsically low conductivity.In this study,we successfully synthesize nano-sized Wadsley-Roth FeNb_(11)O_(29)through Fe-driven phase transformation of Nb_(2)O_(5),which delivers a high specific capacity(280.5 mA h g^(−1)at 0.25 C)along with abundant redox-active sites.Moreover,the Wadsley-Roth shear structure of FeNb_(11)O_(29)facilitates rapid Li^(+)diffusion and guarantees exceptional structural stability.Theoretical calculations further confirm that FeNb_(11)O_(29)has a narrow band gap,which significantly enhances the conductivity.Owing to these merits,FeNb_(11)O_(29)achieves a full charge/discharge cycle within merely 25 s at 75 C rate and retains remarkable cycling stability over 2500 cycles.As a consequence,our assembled FeNb_(11)O_(29)||LiFePO_(4)full cell demonstrates ultra-long cyclability(>10000 cycles)and outstanding fast-charging capability(complete cycling within 2 min at 30 C).These findings highlight nano-sized FeNb_(11)O_(29)as a highly promising anode candidate for next-generation fast-charging LIBs.
基金support of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22075131 and 22078265)the Shaanxi Fundamental Science Research Project for Mathematics and Physics under Grants(No.22JSZ005)the State-Key Laboratory of Multiphase Complex Systems(No.MPCS-2021-A).
文摘Lithium-sulfur(Li-S)batteries require efficient catalysts to accelerate polysulfide conversion and mitigate the shuttle effect.However,the rational design of catalysts remains challenging due to the lack of a systematic strategy that rationally optimizes electronic structures and mesoscale transport properties.In this work,we propose an autogenously transformed CoWO_(4)/WO_(2) heterojunction catalyst,integrating a strong polysulfide-adsorbing intercalation catalyst with a metallic-phase promoter for enhanced activity.CoWO_(4) effectively captures polysulfides,while the CoWO_(4)/WO_(2) interface facilitates their S-S bond activation on heterogenous catalytic sites.Benefiting from its directional intercalation channels,CoWO_(4) not only serves as a dynamic Li-ion reservoir but also provides continuous and direct pathways for rapid Li-ion transport.Such synergistic interactions across the heterojunction interfaces enhance the catalytic activity of the composite.As a result,the CoWO_(4)/WO_(2) heterostructure demonstrates significantly enhanced catalytic performance,delivering a high capacity of 1262 mAh g^(−1) at 0.1 C.Furthermore,its rate capability and high sulfur loading performance are markedly improved,surpassing the limitations of its single-component counterparts.This study provides new insights into the catalytic mechanisms governing Li-S chemistry and offers a promising strategy for the rational design of high-performance Li-S battery catalysts.
