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Tackling the Challenges of Aqueous Zn-Ion Batteries via Polymer-Derived Strategies

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ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Kinetics-Boosted Effect Enabled by Zwitterionic Hydrogel Electrolyte for Highly Reversible Zinc Anode in Zinc-Ion Hybrid Micro-Supercapacitors

Wentao Zhang et al.

Summary: This study proposes a kinetics-boosted strategy for Zn2+ transport and desolvation by engineering a zwitterionic hydrogel electrolyte. The modified electrolyte shows improved electrochemical performance and cyclability for Zn anodes.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Electrolyte additive engineering for aqueous Zn ion batteries

Yifei Geng et al.

Summary: Aqueous Zn ion batteries (AZIBs) are a promising electrochemical energy storage device. Additive engineering is an innovative and flexible technology that effectively solves the challenges faced by AZIBs cathode and anode. This review summarizes the effects of additive engineering on cathode and anode, as well as the influence on charge storage mechanism and kinetic characteristics of AZIBs.

ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

High capacity and long-life aqueous zinc-ion battery enabled by improving active sites utilization and protons insertion in polymer cathode

Zhiheng Li et al.

Summary: Rechargeable aqueous zinc-ion batteries using the graphene/aza-fused pi-conjugated microporous polymer composite (G-Aza-CMP) cathode exhibit an ultrahigh theoretical capacity of 602 mAh g(-1). The introduction of graphene enhances the coordination between Aza-CMP and H+/Zn2+ ions, increases the storage of H+ ions for faster kinetics, and enables a redox pseudocapacitance mechanism. The G-Aza-CMP cathode demonstrates an extraordinary specific capacity of 456 mAh g(-1) at 0.05 A g(-1) and excellent cycling stability with 91.2% capacity retention after 9700 cycles at 10 A g(-1). This study provides new insights into the charge storage mechanism and design of high-capacity polymer cathode materials for aqueous zinc-ion batteries.

ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS (2022)

Article Engineering, Chemical

Incorporating polyimide cathode materials into porous polyaniline xerogel to optimize the zinc-storage behavior

Huabo Huang et al.

Summary: Polyimide is a promising electrode material for zinc ion batteries (ZIBs) due to its resource sustainability, environmental friendliness, and structural diversity. However, the conductivity and capacity of polyimide-based electrodes need to be improved. In this study, a polyimide cathode material called PUI is synthesized and its zinc-storage performance is optimized by incorporating a 3-D porous polyaniline (PANI) xerogel carrier. The PUI/PANI composite shows significantly higher specific capacity, improved rate performance, and cycling stability. The 3-D porous PANI facilitates fast electron/ion transportation and high capacitive contribution during charging and discharging. The enhanced zinc-storage capacity of PUI/PANI is attributed to the synergistic effect of C=O (in PUI) and =NA (in PANI). This work highlights the potential of polyimide-based cathode materials and emphasizes the role of porous conducting polymers, such as PANI, in constructing high-performance cathode materials for ZIBs.

ADVANCED POWDER TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

A sustainable chitosan-zinc electrolyte for high-rate zinc-metal batteries

Meiling Wu et al.

Summary: A chitosan-Zn electrolyte with high mechanical strength, Zn2+ conductivity, and water bonding capability is demonstrated for high-performance Zn-metal batteries. It enables desirable Zn-deposition morphology and shows exceptional cycling stability and rate performance.

MATTER (2022)

Article Electrochemistry

Thiophene Based Self-Doped Conducting Polymers as Cathode for Aqueous Zinc-Ion Battery

Noufal Merukan Chola et al.

Summary: In this study, a self-doped thiophene-based conducting polymer (SDTP) was reported to enhance ion transport and improve battery performance. The dopant SO3- groups acted as a hanging ion carrier, similar to a 'pendulum hand'. The SDTP exhibited higher diffusion coefficient, specific capacitance, and rate stability compared to the neat thiophene polymer (NTP).

BATTERIES & SUPERCAPS (2022)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Boosting Zn metal anode stability: from fundamental science to design principles

Zhen Hou et al.

Summary: This study examines the critical issues in the development of Zn metal anodes, such as dendrite growth, hydrogen evolution reaction, and corrosion. Various approaches have been explored to improve the stability of Zn anodes, focusing on different steps of the Zn deposition process. Possible solutions are proposed to address the ongoing challenges for low-cost, high-safety, and long-lifespan Zn metal batteries.

ECOMAT (2022)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Ultrathin and super-tough membrane for anti-dendrite separator in aqueous zinc-ion batteries

Yu Zhang et al.

Summary: This study presents the use of ultrathin and high-toughness membranes made of eco-friendly biomass nanofibers as separators in rechargeable zinc-ion batteries. The biomass membrane prevents zinc dendrite penetration, manipulates crystallographic orientation during zinc deposition, and improves the corrosion resistance of zinc, resulting in excellent electrochemical performance.

CELL REPORTS PHYSICAL SCIENCE (2022)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Sulfur-containing polymer cathode materials: From energy storage mechanism to energy density

Rong Zou et al.

Summary: Developing new battery energy storage systems with high energy density is crucial. Emerging sulfur-containing polymers with tunable sulfur chain length and organic groups as cathode materials in Li-S batteries have garnered attention. This review summarizes the types of sulfur-containing polymers and their working principles, as well as discusses various organic groups and unique structures.

INFOMAT (2022)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Redirected Zn Electrodeposition by an Anti-Corrosion Elastic Constraint for Highly Reversible Zn Anodes

Ruirui Zhao et al.

Summary: An anti-corrosion elastic constraint (AEC) consisting of nanosized TiO2 and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) matrix was introduced to address the issues of dendrite formation and sustained corrosion in Zn metal anodes for aqueous batteries. This coating significantly improved the electrodeposition consistency and thermodynamic stability of the Zn anode, enabling long-term stable plating/stripping performance with high efficiency and no dendrite formation.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Hydrophobic Molecule Monolayer Brush-Tethered Zinc Anodes for Aqueous Zinc Batteries

Peichao Zou et al.

Summary: By tethering a hydrophobic and ultrathin polystyrene molecule brush layer onto the surface of zinc metal anodes, the performance of aqueous zinc batteries can be enhanced by improving interfacial ionic transportation, minimizing hydrogen evolution, and smoothing Zn deposition. This results in improved electrochemical performance in both symmetric Zn//Zn cells and Zn//LiV3O8 full cells.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

High-Performance Aqueous Zinc Batteries Based on Organic/Organic Cathodes Integrating Multiredox Centers

Yi Zhao et al.

Summary: This study optimized the structure of organic/organic cathodes by electrodepositing stable polymer layers onto nanoporous carbon, showing high capacity, long lifespan, and excellent capacity retention. The synergistic effect of the double organic layers led to improved performance even at high discharge currents and mass loading.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Naphthoquinone-Based Composite Cathodes for Aqueous Rechargeable Zinc-Ion Batteries

James Kumankuma-Sarpong et al.

Summary: This study investigates the electrochemical performance of aqueous zinc-ion batteries with binder-free composite cathodes consisting of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and naphthoquinone (NQ)-based organics. The composite cathodes exhibit stable and high rate cyclability, with initial capacity close to theoretical capacity. Modifying NQ with functional groups significantly impacts electrochemical behavior, improving capacity retention.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

A Patternable and In Situ Formed Polymeric Zinc Blanket for a Reversible Zinc Anode in a Skin-Mountable Microbattery

Minshen Zhu et al.

Summary: The study presents a technique using a polyimide coating to solve the capacity loss issue of zinc anodes in an acid electrolyte. The polyimide coordinates with zinc ions to build a zinc blanket, reducing the concentration gradient at the electrode/electrolyte interface for fast kinetics and low plating/stripping overpotential.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Fire-Retardant, Stable-Cycling and High-Safety Sodium Ion Battery

Zhuo Yang et al.

Summary: A non-flammable electrolyte design has been reported to achieve high-performance sodium ion battery by regulating the solvation structure of electrolyte through hydrogen bonds and optimizing the electrode-electrolyte interphase, allowing stable charge-discharge cycling and high cycling efficiency.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Recent Advances and Perspectives of Zn-Metal Free Rocking-Chair-Type Zn-Ion Batteries

Yuan Tian et al.

Summary: This review systematically evaluates the emerging rocking-chair-type Zn-ion batteries with Zn host anodes instead of Zn metal anodes. It discusses the fundamental principles, advantages, and challenges of rocking-chair-type Zn-ion batteries, summarizes the design principles and recent advances of cathode, anode, and electrolyte for rocking-chair Zn-ion batteries, and presents perspectives on the future of rocking-chair Zn-ion batteries. The review aims to provide alternative directions for the design of Zn-ion batteries.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Strategies for the Stabilization of Zn Metal Anodes for Zn-Ion Batteries

Zhehan Yi et al.

Summary: Zinc-ion batteries are considered promising candidates for next-generation energy storage systems due to their high safety, resource availability, and environmental friendliness. However, the instability of the Zn metal anode has hindered their reliable deployment, and efforts have been made to overcome this through electrode structure design, interface modification, and electrolyte/separator optimization. Understanding and categorizing these strategies based on their intrinsic mechanisms are important for the development of novel Zn metal anodes for ZIBs.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Electrochemical Activity of Nitrogen-Containing Groups in Organic Electrode Materials and Related Improvement Strategies

Qianchuan Yu et al.

Summary: Organic compounds with nitrogen-containing groups (OCNs) have shown promising potential as electrode materials in rechargeable batteries, with their electrochemical properties improved through molecular structure regulation and enhancement of electrochemical activity centers.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Poly(2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-Benzoquinonyl Sulfide) As an Efficient Cathode for High-Performance Aqueous Zinc-Organic Batteries

Tao Sun et al.

Summary: The new organic host material PDBS provides excellent cycling stability and rate performance for aqueous rechargeable zinc-ion batteries, with its malleable structure facilitating the insertion and extraction of Zn2+.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2021)

Review Polymer Science

Functional polymers for lithium metal batteries

Sipei Li et al.

Summary: This review article discusses recent advances in using functional polymer materials to improve the stability of Li metal batteries (LMBs), emphasizing the crucial role of designing and implementing functional polymers in enhancing the practical performance and commercialization of LMBs.

PROGRESS IN POLYMER SCIENCE (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Horizontally arranged zinc platelet electrodeposits modulated by fluorinated covalent organic framework film for high-rate and durable aqueous zinc ion batteries

Zedong Zhao et al.

Summary: This study developed a fluorinated covalent organic framework film as a protective layer for aqueous zinc anode battery, aiming to reduce zinc dendrite growth and electrolyte corrosion, achieve horizontally arranged zinc deposition, and improve stability and cycling performance.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Controlling Vanadate Nanofiber Interlayer via Intercalation with Conducting Polymers: Cathode Material Design for Rechargeable Aqueous Zinc Ion Batteries

Jichang Kim et al.

Summary: The study proposes a facile sonochemical method for controlling the interlayer of vanadate nanofiber crystal structure using PEDOT to overcome the shortcomings of vanadium oxide-based materials. The intercalation of the conducting polymer increases the electron pathway and extends the distance of the vanadate layers, which helps to increase the number of active sites and accelerate zinc ion intercalation/de-intercalation process. These findings could guide research on the next generation of ZIBs as a replacement for lithium ion batteries.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Modulating Zn deposition via ceramic-cellulose separator with interfacial polarization effect for durable zinc anode

Jin Cao et al.

Summary: A cellulose nanofibers-ZrO2 composite separator (ZC) has been developed to stabilize the zinc anode in aqueous zinc-ion batteries, enabling excellent ionic conductivity and high Zn2+ transfer number. The ZrO2 particles with high dielectric constant offer a directional electric field to regulate uniform zinc deposition, accelerate Zn2+ ions diffusion kinetics, and repel anions, resulting in dendrite-free plating/stripping behavior, high Coulombic efficiency and exceptional cyclability for the zinc anode.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Zn anode with flexible β-PVDF coating for aqueous Zn-ion batteries with long cycle life

Luong Trung Hieu et al.

Summary: This study successfully enhanced the performance of aqueous zinc ion batteries by coating the Zn anode with a thin protective layer of beta-PVDF, resulting in reduced overpotential and improved cyclic stability.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2021)

Article Electrochemistry

Tuning the kinetics of zinc ion in MoS2 by polyaniline intercalation

Meihong Huang et al.

Summary: In this study, a molybdenum disulfide/polyaniline hybrid was explored as a superior cathode for ARZIBs, with the appropriate amount of polyaniline intercalation found to boost Zn2+ transport and improve charge transfer efficiency. The hybrid delivered a high reversible capacity and retained 86% capacity after 1000 cycles, showing promise for overcoming energy storage challenges.

ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Mild synthesis of superadhesive hydrogel electrolyte with low interfacial resistance and enhanced ionic conductivity for flexible zinc ion battery

Jian Li et al.

Summary: A sodium lignosulfonate-polyacrylamide hydrogel electrolyte was synthesized through a mild route, showing high adhesiveness, low electrode-electrolyte resistance, and fast ionic conduction. The catechol groups in lignosulfonate interact strongly with electrode materials, reducing contact resistances, while sulfonate groups enhance ionic conductivity. This electrolyte design enables a flexible zinc ion battery to achieve low resistances, high conductivity, and 100% capacity retention under harsh bending, outperforming traditional candidates.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Realizing wide-temperature Zn metal anodes through concurrent interface stability regulation and solvation structure modulation

Zhen Hou et al.

Summary: The study investigates the challenges of stable cycling of Zn metal anodes under thermal extremes, and proposes the use of oligomer poly(ethylene glycol) dimethyl ether as a competitive-solvent to regulate the Zn metal/electrolyte interface and electrolyte solvation chemistry. The competitive-solvent shifts water-occupied interface into oligomer one through preferential Zn surface adsorption, enabling dendrite-free Zn morphologies and alleviating parasitic reactions, ultimately extending the Zn metal anodes' cyclic lifetime across different temperatures.

ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Polypeptide organic radical batteries

Tan P. Nguyen et al.

Summary: The rapid development of lithium-ion batteries has brought substantial benefits to society, but also highlighted ethical and environmental challenges. Organic redox-active materials may offer a potential alternative for sustainable batteries in the future.

NATURE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

An Artificial Polyacrylonitrile Coating Layer Confining Zinc Dendrite Growth for Highly Reversible Aqueous Zinc-Based Batteries

Peng Chen et al.

Summary: This study successfully solves the zinc dendrite growth issue in aqueous rechargeable zinc-metal batteries by applying a polyacrylonitrile coating layer on the zinc anode surface, improving the battery performance and cycle lifespan.

ADVANCED SCIENCE (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Undesired Reactions in Aqueous Rechargeable Zinc Ion Batteries

Vivek Verma et al.

Summary: Rechargeable zinc-ion batteries using aqueous electrolytes offer high safety, low cost, and fast charge/discharge rates, but also lead to undesired reactions that result in capacity fade and limited operational lifetimes.

ACS ENERGY LETTERS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Toward a Practical Zn Powder Anode: Ti3C2Tx MXene as a Lattice-Match Electrons/Ions Redistributor

Xinliang Li et al.

Summary: The study focuses on utilizing Ti(3)C(2)Tx MXene as a redistributor for zinc powder anodes, constructing a stable and highly reversible zinc powder anode to address dendrite growth and polarization issues, improving the cycle life and rate capability of zinc-based full batteries.

ACS NANO (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Anti-Corrosive and Zn-Ion-Regulating Composite Interlayer Enabling Long-Life Zn Metal Anodes

Shuang Zhou et al.

Summary: The study introduces an elastic and anti-corrosive interlayer (PSN-Zn) to address dendrite formation and complex side reactions of Zn metal anodes in aqueous Zn batteries. The interlayer improves the electrochemical stability and lifespan of Zn anodes, even under harsh conditions, and has been proven to be effective in full cells as well.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Oxygen Defects Engineering of VO2•xH2O Nanosheets via In Situ Polypyrrole Polymerization for Efficient Aqueous Zinc Ion Storage

Zhengchunyu Zhang et al.

Summary: A new cathode material, oxygen-deficient hydrate vanadium dioxide with polypyrrole coating, has been successfully designed for aqueous zinc-ion batteries, demonstrating improved surface adsorption and internal diffusion of Zn2+ as well as enhanced electrical conductivity and suppressed cathode dissolution. This material shows promising performance in terms of reversible capacity, energy density, and long cycle life, paving the way for advanced AZIBs.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Engineering Polymer Glue towards 90% Zinc Utilization for 1000 Hours to Make High-Performance Zn-Ion Batteries

Yiding Jiao et al.

Summary: A new ion-selective polymer glue coated on the zinc anode allows for rapid zinc ion migration and uniform electrodeposition, resulting in a record-high zinc utilization of 90% for 1000 hours. When paired with a vanadium-based cathode, the zinc-ion battery exhibits an ultrahigh device-scale energy density of 228 Wh kg(-1), comparable to commercial lithium-ion batteries.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Molecular Engineering of Covalent Organic Framework Cathodes for Enhanced Zinc-Ion Batteries

Wenxi Wang et al.

Summary: Covalent organic frameworks (COFs) show promising performance as electrode materials for electrochemical storage, particularly in zinc-ion batteries, when the quinone group is introduced into their structure to enhance Zn2+ storage capability and increase average charge-discharge potential. This study highlights the importance of molecular engineering in improving the practical charge storage performance of COFs.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Self-Assembling Films of Covalent Organic Frameworks Enable Long-Term, Efficient Cycling of Zinc-Ion Batteries

Jun Heuk Park et al.

Summary: In this study, the use of ultrathin COF films on zinc electrodes significantly improved the rechargeability and cycle life of zinc aqueous batteries by minimizing surface corrosion and large dendrite formation. The batteries with COF coatings showed excellent capacity retention and stable polarization voltage during cycling, demonstrating the potential for use in various applications, including foldable wire-type batteries.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

A COF-Like N-Rich Conjugated Microporous Polytriphenylamine Cathode with Pseudocapacitive Anion Storage Behavior for High-Energy Aqueous Zinc Dual-Ion Batteries

Haozhe Zhang et al.

Summary: The study introduces a zinc dual-ion battery device with high energy density and power density, utilizing a cathode made of a porous conjugated polymer structure that demonstrates high stability and reliability during charging/discharging cycles.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

Prevailing conjugated porous polymers for electrochemical energy storage and conversion: Lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors and water-splitting

Boying Zhang et al.

Summary: COFs and CMPs, with rigid structure directing motifs as building blocks, possess high specific surface area, controllable porous structure, and physical and chemical stability. They have great potential for applications in electrochemical energy storage and conversion systems, such as lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and water-splitting electrocatalysts, by designing suitable structures and synthesis methods.

COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Solution-processed perylene diimide-ethylene diamine cathodes for aqueous zinc ion batteries

Biao Jiang et al.

Summary: In this study, high-yield and high-performance organic electroactive compound PDI-EDA/CB composites were prepared via a solution-based method for application as cathodes in ZIBs. The composites showed high specific capacity, stability at high current density, and good cycling stability, outperforming many recently reported ZIB cathodes. The excellent electrochemical performance of PDI-EDA/CB was attributed to its zinc ion storage mechanism and solution-based fabrication method.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

A high capacity small molecule quinone cathode for rechargeable aqueous zinc-organic batteries

Zirui Lin et al.

Summary: In this study, tetraamino-p-benzoquinone was used as a cathode material to achieve facile proton conduction through the Grotthuss-type mechanism, showing excellent electrochemical performance. This work proposes an effective approach towards high performance organic electrode materials, with the flexible structural design of organic materials making them promising candidates for cathode in rechargeable batteries.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Realizing high-power and high-capacity zinc/sodium metal anodes through interfacial chemistry regulation

Zhen Hou et al.

Summary: The study successfully achieved dendrite-free zinc morphologies and superior cycling stability under high current densities and large cycling capacities by regulating the separator's interfacial chemistry through tin coating. This approach suppressed dendrite initiation and ensured smooth zinc metal deposition, offering a promising route to overcome challenges associated with metal anodes.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

An Ultrahigh Performance Zinc-Organic Battery using Poly(catechol) Cathode in Zn(TFSI)2-Based Concentrated Aqueous Electrolytes

Nagaraj Patil et al.

Summary: A robust Zn-polymer AZMB with poly(catechol) redox copolymer as cathode and concentrated Zn(TFSI)(2) aqueous solution as stable electrolyte is demonstrated, showing enhanced ion-transport properties and superior cell performance compared to traditional ZnSO4. This battery delivers remarkable capacities, extremely high cyclability, and attractive specific energy and power values, making it a competitive choice for sustainable batteries.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Ultrahigh-Rate and Long-Life Zinc-Metal Anodes Enabled by Self-Accelerated Cation Migration

Peichao Zou et al.

Summary: A novel ferroelectric polymer-inorganic composite thin film coating is proposed for aqueous zinc ion batteries, which can enhance the reversibility of zinc metal anodes, increase the cumulative plating capacity, and achieve a compact and horizontally-aligned zinc morphology even at ultrahigh rates. This work provides new insights into stabilizing zinc metal electrodeposition at the scale of interfacial ion diffusion.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2021)

Review Polymer Science

Preparations, Properties, and Applications of Polyaniline and Polyaniline Thin Films-A Review

Mahnoush Beygisangchin et al.

Summary: Polyaniline (PANI) is a well-known conductive polymer that has attracted significant attention in the field of nanotechnology. This review focuses on the preparation processes and various properties of PANI thin films, discussing its potential applications in electronics, drugs, and anti-corrosion materials. PANI's unique characteristics, such as high conductivity, easy synthesis, and environmental stability, make it a promising material for a wide range of applications.

POLYMERS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Tailoring the Stability and Kinetics of Zn Anodes through Trace Organic Polymer Additives in Dilute Aqueous Electrolyte

Mengdie Yan et al.

Summary: This study demonstrates the improvement of zinc anodes in low-cost aqueous electrolytes by adding polymers of different polarities, resulting in over 1300 hours of operation time and high Coulombic efficiency under 2 mA/cm², 2 mAh/cm² conditions.

ACS ENERGY LETTERS (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Self-healable hydrogel electrolyte for dendrite-free and self-healable zinc-based aqueous batteries

Wei Ling et al.

Summary: A new self-healable hydrogel electrolyte with high ionic conductivity and excellent mechanical strength was synthesized for improved regularity of zinc metal plating/stripping, thereby extending the lifespan and reliability of flexible batteries. The dynamic hydrogen bonds enabled self-healing and stretchability, and the assembled flexible zinc-manganese dioxide batteries exhibited good cycling stability with high capacity retention.

MATERIALS TODAY PHYSICS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Regulation methods for the Zn/electrolyte interphase and the effectiveness evaluation in aqueous Zn-ion batteries

Libei Yuan et al.

Summary: Aqueous Zn-ion batteries have attracted significant attention for their safety, cost effectiveness, and environmental friendliness, but challenges at the Zn/electrolyte interphase, such as dendrite growth and side reactions, still need to be addressed. Research in interfacial engineering has become a growing area of interest, providing effective evaluation techniques and strategies for improvement.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

A high-performance free-standing Zn anode for flexible zinc-ion batteries

Chenxi Gao et al.

Summary: Zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) have gained attention for their safety, energy density, and cost. By using a simple spin-coating technique, a highly flexible free-standing Zn anode was fabricated with improved mechanical properties and conductivity, resulting in high capacity, rate performance, and mechanical flexibility in ZIBs. The volumetric energy density of ZIBs reached 8.22 mW h cm(-3) with a battery thickness of 0.4 mm, demonstrating the promising potential of free-standing Zn anodes for flexible ZIBs.

NANOSCALE (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

High-voltage asymmetric metal-air batteries based on polymeric single-Zn2+-ion conductor

Chao Lin et al.

Summary: A high-performance asymmetric metal-air battery was developed with a specially designed separator and electrocatalyst, leading to enhanced battery performance.

MATTER (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

High-rate aqueous zinc-ion batteries enabled by a polymer/graphene composite cathode involving reversible electrolyte anion doping/dedoping

Dongxiao Xu et al.

Summary: A polymer/graphene composite cathode, named POLA/G, was obtained through hydrothermal synthesis for high-performance rechargeable zinc ion batteries. This composite cathode showed excellent electrochemical performance and long-term cycling stability, indicating a promising direction for enhancing zinc ion storage using polymers.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Quantification of the ion transport mechanism in protective polymer coatings on lithium metal anodes

Hongyao Zhou et al.

Summary: Protective Polymer Coatings (PPCs) are proposed for protecting lithium metal anodes in rechargeable batteries by stabilizing the Li/electrolyte interface and extending the cycle life. This study investigates the effects of the swelling ratio of PPC on conductivity, Li+ ion selectivity, activation energy, and rheological properties. The research demonstrates a trade-off between conductivity and Li+ ion transference number in PPCs, with different behaviors observed when the PPC is swollen in carbonate and ether electrolytes.

CHEMICAL SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Grafted MXene/polymer electrolyte for high performance solid zinc batteries with enhanced shelf life at low/high temperatures

Ze Chen et al.

Summary: In this study, the issues faced by the zinc metal anodes in aqueous zinc ion batteries (ZIBs) were addressed using a solid polymer electrolyte, resulting in the development of all-solid-state ZIBs with superior stability and reliability. By effectively suppressing dendrites and side reactions, excellent cycling performance of up to 10,000 cycles was achieved, with the batteries able to function normally in temperatures ranging from -35 degrees Celsius to 100 degrees Celsius.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Nitroxide radical polymers for emerging plastic energy storage and organic electronics: fundamentals, materials, and applications

Yuan Xie et al.

Summary: This review article presents a comprehensive summary of nitroxide radical polymers (NRPs) in energy storage systems and organic electronic devices, covering their fundamental properties, design principles, fabrication methods, and recent progress in charge transfer theory and emerging applications. The paper also discusses the challenges and opportunities for the future development of this field.

MATERIALS HORIZONS (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Rechargeable aqueous zinc-ion batteries: Mechanism, design strategies and future perspectives

Huanyan Liu et al.

Summary: Rechargeable aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) are considered a promising energy storage solution for grid-scale applications due to their safety, eco-friendliness, and cost-effectiveness. Despite significant progress in developing efficient cathodes, anodes, and electrolytes, the understanding of ZIBs and their energy storage mechanisms is still in its early stages and requires further investigation for practical implementation. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the development of ZIBs, design strategies, challenges, and opportunities for practical viability.

MATERIALS TODAY (2021)

Article Electrochemistry

The Fast and the Capacious: A [Ni(Salen)]-TEMPO Redox-Conducting Polymer for Organic Batteries

Anatolii. A. Vereshchagin et al.

Summary: Redox-active nitroxyl-containing polymers show promise as potential replacements for inorganic-based energy storage materials due to their high energy density and fast redox kinetics. The novel polymer with a NiSalen conductive backbone demonstrates high specific capacity and good capacity retention even at high temperatures, with its properties studied through various analytical methods during operation.

BATTERIES & SUPERCAPS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Plasma-Assisted Surface Modification on the Electrode Interface for Flexible Fiber-Shaped Zn-Polyaniline Batteries

Hyunjin Yu et al.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2020)

Review Polymer Science

Diffusion and migration in polymer electrolytes

Youngwoo Choo et al.

PROGRESS IN POLYMER SCIENCE (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Electrically Conductive Metal-Organic Frameworks

Lilia S. Xie et al.

CHEMICAL REVIEWS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Covalent-Organic Frameworks: Advanced Organic Electrode Materials for Rechargeable Batteries

Tao Sun et al.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Designing Dendrite-Free Zinc Anodes for Advanced Aqueous Zinc Batteries

Junnan Hao et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Directly Grown Vertical Graphene Carpets as Janus Separators toward Stabilized Zn Metal Anodes

Chao Li et al.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Thermal-Gated Polymer Electrolytes for Smart Zinc-Ion Batteries

Jiacai Zhu et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2020)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Stabilizing Zinc Anode Reactions by Polyethylene Oxide Polymer in Mild Aqueous Electrolytes

Yan Jin et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2020)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Ionic conductive polymers as artificial solid electrolyte interphase films in Li metal batteries - A review

Shilun Gao et al.

MATERIALS TODAY (2020)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

High-Performance Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries Realized by MOF Materials

Xuechao Pu et al.

NANO-MICRO LETTERS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Water-in-Salt Electrolyte (WiSE) for Aqueous Batteries: A Long Way to Practicality

Lea Droguet et al.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Pristine MOF and COF materials for advanced batteries

Chao Li et al.

ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS (2020)

Review Electrochemistry

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