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Summary: This article reviews safety strategies for Li-ion batteries, including various methods like positive temperature coefficient thermistors, current interrupt devices, passive protection designs in battery packages, and battery management systems. The trigger conditions, protection mechanisms, drawbacks, and applications of representative strategies are discussed, as well as potential future risk mitigation approaches.
RENEWABLE & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yiyuan Yan et al.
Summary: The integrated strategy proposed in this study can guide the preparation of highly conductive solid electrolytes and compatible interface designs to enhance the performance of practical high-energy-density all solid-state lithium metal batteries.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ouwei Sheng et al.
Summary: Compared to traditional liquid batteries, all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) show great potential for enhancing safety in electric vehicles while maintaining operational durability and range. Solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) play a crucial role in ASSBs, requiring high ionic conductivity and compatibility with electrodes. Recent efforts have focused on advancing SSE technology, particularly with metal anode-oriented SSEs with high energy density.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Partha P. Paul et al.
Summary: This review discusses various approaches used to detect and characterize the formation of Li in batteries, each technique has its unique advantages and limitations towards solving part of the puzzle of battery degradation. Multimodal characterization holds promise for addressing concerns in the implementation of the next generation of batteries in the transportation sector.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhenfang Zhou et al.
Summary: Lithium sulfur batteries, with their ultrahigh theoretical gravimetric energy density and low cost and environmental friendliness, are being further developed to operate at a wide range of temperatures. Challenges in material performance, electrolytes, lithium metal anodes, and the impact of thermal changes are key areas for future research directions in enabling lithium sulfur batteries to function effectively in extreme temperature conditions.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Norio Takenaka et al.
Summary: SEI is an ion conductive yet electron-insulating layer on battery electrodes, impacting the safety, power, and lifetime of batteries. Traditional theoretical calculations and experimental approaches have limitations in revealing intermediate steps of SEI growth, but recent multiscale simulation methods have made a significant breakthrough.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Longsheng Cao et al.
Summary: By using a eutectic electrolyte with tin chloride additive, a zincophilic/zincophobic Sn/Zn-5(OH)(8)Cl-2•H2O bilayer interphase is formed, overcoming the challenges of Zn dendritic growth and poor low-temperature performance in aqueous Zn batteries. The eutectic electrolyte enables high Coulombic efficiency and steady charge/discharge performance at low temperatures, showing great potential for practical applications.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Weixia Lv et al.
Summary: In this study, both the solvent and lithium salt were modified to enhance the low temperature performance of the electrolyte. The mixed additives of BA + EC + LBF were found to improve the capacity and voltage platform of the batteries at low temperatures by forming a thin LiF film on the cathode surface.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chunhao Yuan et al.
Summary: A new electrochemical-mechanical model was established to directly couple dendrite growth and crack propagation in solid-state lithium metal batteries. It was found that high lithiation rates and low electrolyte conductivity could accelerate electrochemical failure. The model provides insights for designing robust and safe batteries.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dan Luo et al.
Summary: Lithium anode-based batteries (LBs) are in high demand due to their high theoretical capacity and low reduction potential of metallic lithium. However, they face challenges in extreme temperature conditions, requiring electrolyte design strategies to improve performance. Research on extreme temperature electrolyte design for practical applications is essential for the deployment of LBs in various critical areas.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jianhui Wang et al.
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Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tianle Zheng et al.
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ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jialing Wu et al.
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MATERIALS CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Gearoid A. Collins et al.
Summary: This comprehensive review explores the factors influencing the performance of Li-ion batteries at low temperatures, outlines the shortcomings of current technologies, and discusses recent findings in the field with a focus on alternative anode materials. Various approaches to improving the performance of Li-ion batteries at low temperatures are analyzed in-depth, offering diverse solutions for enhancing their performance.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mingzhe Chen et al.
Summary: The energy storage system (ESS) revolution has expanded the uses of ESSs, but working under extreme conditions poses challenges that require exploring new approaches.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Meinan He et al.
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JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yongfu Tang et al.
Summary: This review discusses the current status of solid state lithium metal batteries and the challenges they face, summarizing issues related to lithium dendrite penetration through SSEs, detrimental interfacial reactions, and proposing possible mitigation strategies.
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(2020)
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ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
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(2020)
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(2020)
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(2020)
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ACS ENERGY LETTERS
(2020)
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(2020)
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(2020)
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ACS ENERGY LETTERS
(2020)
Review
Energy & Fuels
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(2020)
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CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS
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(2018)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
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NATIONAL SCIENCE REVIEW
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Chemistry, Physical
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CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS
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Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
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(2015)
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George Crabtree
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
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ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
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