Opinion
Approaching convergence in the electrochemical mechanism of aqueous Zn–MnO2 sustainable batteries
Manganese oxide cathodes are quite appealing when considering aqueous rechargeable zinc-ion batteries (ARZIBs) and long-term cycling for stationary energy storage systems.
Review Article
Review of interface issues in Li–argyrodite-based solid-state Li–metal batteries
Sulfide solid electrolyte-based all-solid-state Li-metal batteries (ASSLBs) offer increased safety, extended cycle life, reduced costs, and increased energy and power density.
Communication
Molecular dynamics of the coordination effect and ionic transport in TiO2-filled poly(ethylene carbonate)-based electrolytes
TiO2 addition alters the Li+ transport pathway in PEC-based electrolytes. In highly concentrated SCEs, Li+ hopping involves only 1 or 2 TFSI− ions.
Communication
Beyond lithium lanthanum titanate: metal-stable hafnium perovskite electrolytes for solid-state batteries
This study shows the possibility of using lithium hafnium titanate as a potential stable metal battery electrolyte.
Paper
Current distribution simulation of parallel-connected modules using degraded lithium-ion battery cells
This study introduces a method for determining current distribution during the charging of modules composed of parallel-connected lithium-ion battery cells exhibiting varying levels of degradation.
Paper
Multifunctional scavengers in an MOF-Al2O3-based Janus separator for high-voltage lithium batteries
The scavenging mechanism for H2O and HF by HKUST-1 and Al2O3 nanoparticles, respectively, in a double-scavenger Janus separator.
Paper
Interphase design from ionic liquid cation mixtures and multi-mode surface analysis for safe and stable Na metal batteries
Mixed-cation ILs containing P1444+ significantly improve sodium cycling stability, revealed through in situ techniques studying interfacial nano-structuring.
Paper
Operando quantification of diffusion-induced stresses in O3-type NaNi1/3Fe1/3Mn1/3O2 sodium-ion battery electrode during electrochemical cycling
The novelty of this study includes correlating stress with the complex structural transformation and volume changes in sodium-ion battery cathodes.
Paper
Small changes, big gains: standardizing non-electrode coin cell components in aqueous zinc battery research
We talk about standardization of coin cell design and how small changes in the coin cell assembly make big impacts in its' performance.
Paper
Artificial solid electrolyte interphase composed of a tris(2-acryloyloxyethyl) isocyanurate-based polymer for lithium metal anode
An artificial solid electrolyte interphase based on tris(2-acryloyloxyethyl) isocyanurate-based polymer effectively suppresses lithium dendrite growth and uncontrolled SEI formation, enabling prolonged cycling stability.
Paper
Mechanistic trade-offs in dense cathode architectures for high-energy-density solid-state batteries
This work explores crystallographically-oriented dense cathode architectures for solid-state batteries, demonstrating significant energy density improvements over traditional composite cathodes.
Paper
Probing the electrochemical behaviour of lithium imide as an electrolyte for solid-state batteries
Lithium imide is an underexplored candidate for an all-solid-state battery electrolyte. Here it is shown to possess many desirable properties and unusual electrochemical behaviour, alongside its first operation in two lithium metal batteries.