Opportunities for High-Entropy Materials in Rechargeable Batteries

High entropy materials, a horizon-broadening class of materials with complex stoichiometry, have gained significant interest recently. The ideal regulation and the attractive synergy effect make high entropy materials promising candidates for energy storage devices. In this Perspective, we present a survey of high entropy materials as anodes, cathodes, catalysts, and solid-state electrolytes in rechargeable batteries. The entropy-stabilized rock-salt-type Co0.2Cu0.2Mg0.2Ni0.2Zn0.2O is highlighted due to its multiple functions. Suggestions on future perspectives of HEM as an important role in next-generation batteries are given.

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High entropy materials, with complex stoichiometry and attractive synergy effects, have attracted significant interest as promising candidates for energy storage devices. The entropy-stabilized rock-salt-type Co0.2Cu0.2Mg0.2Ni0.2Zn0.2O stands out for its multiple functions and is highlighted in this survey. Suggestions are given on the future role of high entropy materials in next-generation batteries.