Aqueous sodium-ion batteries(ASIBs)have attracted great attention in aqueous batteries due to their merit of high safety.However,the constrained work potential and insufficient chemical stability of anode materials in...Aqueous sodium-ion batteries(ASIBs)have attracted great attention in aqueous batteries due to their merit of high safety.However,the constrained work potential and insufficient chemical stability of anode materials in aqueous electro-lytes hinder the large-scale application of ASIBs.Sodium titanium phosphate,NaTi_(2)(PO_(4))_(3)(NTP),is considered one of the most promising anode materials for ASIBs due to its excellent electrochemical performance and tunable structure.Recently,great achievements have been made in the development of NTP,however,a comprehensive review of existing studies is still lacking.This article firstly introduces the basic properties of NTP and analyzes the existing challenges.Subsequently,it will provide a comprehensive overview of the key strategies related to the design and modification of NTP materials with optimized electrochemical performance.Finally,based on the current research status and practical needs,suggestions,and future perspectives for advancing NTP in practical applications of ASIBs are presented.This review aims to guide the future research trajectory from basic material innovation to industrial applications,thus promoting the large-scale commercializa-tion of ASIBs.展开更多
The advantages of sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)for large-scale energy storage are well known.Among possible anode materials,hard carbon(HC)stands out as the most viable commercial option because of its superior performan...The advantages of sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)for large-scale energy storage are well known.Among possible anode materials,hard carbon(HC)stands out as the most viable commercial option because of its superior performance.However,there is still disagreement regarding the sodium storage mechanism in the low-voltage plateau region of HC anodes,and the structure-performance relationship between its complex multiscale micro/nanostructure and electrochemical behavior remains unclear.This paper summarizes current research progress and the major problems in understanding HC’s microstructure and sodium storage mechanism,and the relationship between them.Findings about a universal sodium storage mechanism in HC,including predictions about micropore-capacity relationships,and the opportunities and challenges for using HC anodes in commercial SIBs are presented.展开更多
As an emerging electrochemical energy storage technology,potassium-ion batteries(PIBs),which are considered a“beyond Li-ion”battery system,have attracted tremendous attention due to their potential for providing a h...As an emerging electrochemical energy storage technology,potassium-ion batteries(PIBs),which are considered a“beyond Li-ion”battery system,have attracted tremendous attention due to their potential for providing a high energy density,and having abundant resource,and a low cost.However,their commercialization is hindered by the lack of practical anode materials.Among various reported anodes,conventional carbon materials,including graphite,soft carbon,and hard carbon,have emerged as promising candidates because of their abundance,low cost,high conductivity,and tunable structures.However,these materials have problems such as a low initial Coulombic efficiency,significant volume expansion,and unsatisfactory cyclability and rate performance.Various strategies to solve these have been explored,including optimizing the interlayer spacing,structural design,surface coating,constructing a multifunctional framework,and forming composites.This review provides a comprehensive overview of the recent progress in conventional carbon anodes,highlighting structural design strategies,mechanisms for improving the electrochemical performance,and underscores the critical role of these materials in promoting the practical application of PIBs.展开更多
Transition metal sulfides are considered promising anode materials for sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)due to their high theoretical capacity and low synthesis cost.However,is-sues such as poor cyclic stability and rate per...Transition metal sulfides are considered promising anode materials for sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)due to their high theoretical capacity and low synthesis cost.However,is-sues such as poor cyclic stability and rate performance,arising from volume expansion and structural degradation,remain sig-nificant challenges.We report a novel FeS_(2)/CoS_(2) heterostruc-ture embedded in a 3D carbon aerogel matrix(FeS_(2)/CoS_(2)@C)synthesized by a cross-linking and vulcanization process.The resulting core-shell structure,with bimetallic FeS_(2)/CoS_(2) nano-particles encapsulated in a conductive carbon shell,effectively reduces the adverse effects of volume changes during sodiation/desodiation cycles.The 3D porous carbon network increases both ion and electron diffusion,while preventing agglomeration of the active material and maintaining interface integrity.The FeS_(2)/CoS_(2)@C composite has an outstanding electrochemical performance,including a high specific capacity of 725 mAh g^(-1)at 0.5 A g^(-1)and an exceptional rate capability of 572 mAh g^(-1)at 10 A g^(-1).It also has remarkable cycling stability with no signific-ant capacity decay over 1000 cycles at 5 A g^(-1).展开更多
Because of their excellent low-temperature(−15 to−40℃)tolerance,sodium-ion batteries are emerging as a complement to lithium-ion batteries for use in extremely cold environments(e.g.high-latitude areas).Hard carbon h...Because of their excellent low-temperature(−15 to−40℃)tolerance,sodium-ion batteries are emerging as a complement to lithium-ion batteries for use in extremely cold environments(e.g.high-latitude areas).Hard carbon has a high low-voltage sodium storage capacity and a good initial efficiency,making it one of the most promising anode materials for sodium-ion batteries.It has a complex structure,featuring closed pores,nano graphitic domains,and surface functional groups.The sodium storage sites in hard carbon are reviewed as are the widely accepted sodium storage mechanisms.The main factors contributing to the degradation of the good low-temperature performance in hard carbon anodes are considered,including sodium dendrite formation,low ion diffusion rates,and surface-side reactions.Finally,strategies to increase the low-temperature sodium storage performance of hard carbon anodes are summarized,including bulk structure design,and improvements in interfaces and cut-off voltage.Guidance is provided for improving the low-temperature performance of hard carbon anodes to accelerate the development of these batteries.展开更多
Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)have emerged as a promising contender for next-gener-ation energy storage systems.Hard carbon is re-garded as the most promising anode for commer-cial SIB,however,the large number of defects ...Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)have emerged as a promising contender for next-gener-ation energy storage systems.Hard carbon is re-garded as the most promising anode for commer-cial SIB,however,the large number of defects on its surface cause irreversible electrolyte consump-tion and an uneven solid electrolyte interphase film.An advanced molecular engineering strategy to coat hard carbon with polycyclic aromatic mo-lecules is reported.Specifically,polystyrene-based carbon microspheres(CSs)were first synthesized and then coated with polycyclic aromatic mo-lecules derived from coal tar pitch by spray-drying and followed by oxidation.Compared to the traditional CVD coating meth-od,this molecular framework strategy has been shown to reduce the number of defects on the surface of CSs without sacrifi-cing internal storage sites and suppressing transport kinetics in hosting the sodium ions.Besides the lower surface defect con-centration,the synthesized hybrid carbon microspheres(HCSs)have a larger grain size and more abundant closed pores,and have a higher reversible sodium storage capacity.A HCS-P-60%electrode has a capacity of 332.3 mAh g^(-1)with an initial Cou-lombic efficiency of 88.5%.It also has a superior rate performance of 246.6 mAh g^(-1)at 2 C and a 95.2%capacity retention after 100 cycles at 0.2 C.This work offers new insights into designing high-performance hard carbon microsphere anodes,advan-cing the commercialization of sodium-ion batteries.展开更多
Direct ethanol fuel cells(DEFCs)are a promising alternative to conventional energy sources,offering high energy density,environmental sustainability,and operational safety.Compared to methanol fuel cells,DEFCs exhibit...Direct ethanol fuel cells(DEFCs)are a promising alternative to conventional energy sources,offering high energy density,environmental sustainability,and operational safety.Compared to methanol fuel cells,DEFCs exhibit lower toxicity and a more mature preparation process.Unlike hydrogen fuel cells,DEFCs provide superior storage and transport feasibility,as well as cost-effectiveness,significantly enhancing their commercial viability.However,the stable C-C bond in ethanol creates a high activation energy barrier,often resulting in incomplete electrooxidation.Current commercial platinum(Pt)-and palladium(Pd)-based catalysts demonstrate low C-C bond cleavage efficiency(<7.5%),severely limiting DEFC energy output and power density.Furthermore,high catalyst costs and insufficient activity impede large-scale commercialization.Recent advances in DEFC anode catalyst design have focused on optimizing material composition and elucidating catalytic mechanisms.This review systematically examines developments in ethanol electrooxidation catalysts over the past five years,highlighting strategies to improve C1 pathway selectivity and C-C bond activation.Key approaches,such as alloying,nanostructure engineering,and interfacial synergy effects,are discussed alongside their mechanistic implications.Finally,we outline current challenges and future prospects for DEFC commercialization.展开更多
Metal-organic frameworks(MOFs)are import-ant as possible energy storage materials.Nitrogen-doped iron-cobalt MOFs were synthesized by a one-pot solvo-thermal method using CoCl_(3)·6H_(2)O and FeCl_(3)·6H_(2)...Metal-organic frameworks(MOFs)are import-ant as possible energy storage materials.Nitrogen-doped iron-cobalt MOFs were synthesized by a one-pot solvo-thermal method using CoCl_(3)·6H_(2)O and FeCl_(3)·6H_(2)O dis-solved in N,N-dimethylformamide,and were converted into Fe-Co embedded in N-doped porous carbon polyhedra by pyrolysis in a nitrogen atmosphere.During pyrolysis,the or-ganic ligands transformed into N-doped porous carbon which improved their structural stability and also their electrical contact with other materials.The Fe and Co are tightly bound together because of their encapsulation by the carbon nitride and are well dispersed in the carbon matrix,and improve the material’s conductivity and stability and provide additional capacity.When used as the anode for lithium-ion batteries,the material gives an initial capacity of up to 2230.7 mAh g^(-1)and a reversible capa-city of 1146.3 mAh g^(-1)is retained after 500 cycles at a current density of 0.5 A g^(-1),making it an excellent candidate for this purpose.展开更多
Biomass-derived hard carbons,usually prepared by pyrolysis,are widely considered the most promising anode materials for sodium-ion bat-teries(SIBs)due to their high capacity,low poten-tial,sustainability,cost-effectiv...Biomass-derived hard carbons,usually prepared by pyrolysis,are widely considered the most promising anode materials for sodium-ion bat-teries(SIBs)due to their high capacity,low poten-tial,sustainability,cost-effectiveness,and environ-mental friendliness.The pyrolysis method affects the microstructure of the material,and ultimately its so-dium storage performance.Our previous work has shown that pyrolysis in a sealed graphite vessel im-proved the sodium storage performance of the car-bon,however the changes in its microstructure and the way this influences the sodium storage are still unclear.A series of hard carbon materials derived from corncobs(CCG-T,where T is the pyrolysis temperature)were pyrolyzed in a sealed graphite vessel at different temperatures.As the pyrolysis temperature increased from 1000 to 1400℃ small carbon domains gradually transformed into long and curved domains.At the same time,a greater number of large open pores with uniform apertures,as well as more closed pores,were formed.With the further increase of pyrolysis temperature to 1600℃,the long and curved domains became longer and straighter,and some closed pores gradually became open.CCG-1400,with abundant closed pores,had a superior SIB performance,with an initial reversible ca-pacity of 320.73 mAh g^(-1) at a current density of 30 mA g^(-1),an initial Coulomb efficiency(ICE)of 84.34%,and a capacity re-tention of 96.70%after 100 cycles.This study provides a method for the precise regulation of the microcrystalline and pore structures of hard carbon materials.展开更多
Silicon-based materials have attracted considerable attention as potential anodes in lithium-ion energy storage systems,primarily due to their having a theoretical capacity greater than conventional graphite anodes.De...Silicon-based materials have attracted considerable attention as potential anodes in lithium-ion energy storage systems,primarily due to their having a theoretical capacity greater than conventional graphite anodes.Despite this advantage,the inherent problem of substantial volume changes during lithiation/delithiation severely hinders their practical implementation in commercial battery configurations.We report the synthesis of a material by an electrostatic self-assembly method in which citric acid(CA)serves as a crosslinker to anchor cetyltrimethylammonium bromide-modified positively charged silicon nanoparticles between graphene oxide(GO)layers.After freeze-drying and thermal treatment under a nitrogen atmosphere,silicon particle core layers sandwiched between reduced graphene oxide(rGO)layers were obtained.Control samples with Si/rGO mass ratios of 0.5,1 and 2 were prepared for evaluation.The continuous conductive rGO network significantly increased the electronic conductivity of the material and the incorporation of CA acted as a binding agent between the Si and the rGO which increased the structural stability.By anchoring the silicon particles between adjacent rGO layers,the abundant void spaces and favorable mechanical flexibility of rGO were harnessed to effectively alleviate the volume expansion of silicon during charge-discharge cycles.The material with the Si/rGO mass ratio of 1 gave the highest specific capacity of 946.6 mAh g^(−1)after 200 cycles at a current density of 0.5 A g^(−1).It also had a good rate performance,with a good reversible capacity of 1005.1 mAh g^(−1)at a high current density of 2 A g^(−1).展开更多
Solid-state Na metal batteries(SSNBs),known for the low cost,high safety,and high energy density,hold a significant position in the next generation of rechargeable batteries.However,the urgent challenge of poor interf...Solid-state Na metal batteries(SSNBs),known for the low cost,high safety,and high energy density,hold a significant position in the next generation of rechargeable batteries.However,the urgent challenge of poor interfacial contact in solid-state electrolytes has hindered the commercialization of SSNBs.Driven by the concept of intimate electrode-electrolyte interface design,this study employs a combination of sodium-potassium(NaK)alloy and carbon nanotubes to prepare a semi-solid NaK(NKC)anode.Unlike traditional Na anodes,the paintable paste-like NKC anode exhibits superior adhesion and interface compatibility with both current collectors and gel electrolytes,significantly enhancing the physical contact of the electrode-electrolyte interface.Additionally,the filling of SiO_(2) nanoparticles improves the wettability of NaK alloy on gel polymer electrolytes,further achieving a conformal interface contact.Consequently,the overpotential of the NKC symmetric cell is markedly lower than that of the Na symmetric cell when subjected to a long cycle of 300 hrs.The full cell coupled with Na_(3)V_(2)(PO_(4))_(2) cathodes had an initial discharge capacity of 106.8 mAh·g^(-1) with a capacity retention of 89.61%after 300 cycles,and a high discharge capacity of 88.1 mAh·g^(-1) even at a high rate of 10 C.The outstanding electrochemical performance highlights the promising application potential of the NKC electrode.展开更多
Due to the high capacity and moderate volume expansion of silicon protoxide SiO_(x)(160%)compared with that of Si(300%),reducing silicon dioxide SiO_(2)into SiO_(x)while maintaining its special nano-morphology makes i...Due to the high capacity and moderate volume expansion of silicon protoxide SiO_(x)(160%)compared with that of Si(300%),reducing silicon dioxide SiO_(2)into SiO_(x)while maintaining its special nano-morphology makes it attractive as an anode of Li-ion batteries.Herein,through a one-pot facile high-temperature annealing route,using SBA15 as the silicon source,and embedding tin dioxide SnO_(2)particles into carbon coated SiO_(x),the mesoporous SiO_(x)-SnO_(2)@C rod composite was prepared and tested as the anode material.The results revealed that the SnO_(2)particles were distributed uniformly in the wall,which could further improve their volume energy densities.The coated carbon plays a role in maintaining structural integrality during lithiation,and the rich mesopores structure can release the expanded volume and enhance Li-ion transfer.At 0.1 A·g^(-1),the gravimetric and volumetric capacities of the composite were as high as 1271 mAh·g^(-1)and 1573 mAh·cm^(-3),respectively.After 200 cycles,the 95%capacity could be retained compared with that upon the 2nd cycle at 0.5 A·g^(-1).And the rod morphology was well kept,except that the diameter of the rod was 3 times larger than its original size after the cell was discharged into 0.01 V.展开更多
A new type of lead-based porous anode in zinc electrowinning was prepared by negative pressure infiltration. The anodic polarization potential and corrosion rate were studied and compared with those of traditional fia...A new type of lead-based porous anode in zinc electrowinning was prepared by negative pressure infiltration. The anodic polarization potential and corrosion rate were studied and compared with those of traditional fiat anodes （Pb-0.8%Ag） used in industry. The anode corrosion rate was determined by anode actual current density and microstructure. The results show that the anodic oxygen evolution potential decreases first and then increases with the decrease of pore diameter. The anodic potential decreases to the lowest value of 1.729 V at the pore diameter of 1.25-1.60 mm. The porous anode can decrease its actual current density and thus decrease the anodic corrosion rate. When the pore diameter is 1.60-2.00 mm, the anodic relative corrosion rate reaches the lowest value of 52.1%.展开更多
A process was proposed to convert and separate selenium and arsenic in copper anode slime(CAS) by low-temperature alkali fusion process.Central composite design was employed to optimize the effective parameters,in whi...A process was proposed to convert and separate selenium and arsenic in copper anode slime(CAS) by low-temperature alkali fusion process.Central composite design was employed to optimize the effective parameters,in which Na OH/CAS mass ratio,fusion temperature and fusion time were selected as variables,and the conversion ratio of selenium and arsenic as responses.Second-order polynomial models of high significance and 3D response surface plots were constructed to show the relationship between the responses and the variables.Optimum area of >90% selenium conversion ratio and >90% arsenic conversion ratio was obtained by the overlaid contours at Na OH/CAS mass ratio of 0.65-0.75,fusion temperature of 803-823 K and fusion time of 20-30 min.The models are validated by experiments in the optimum area,and the results demonstrate that these models are reliable and accurate in predicting the fusion process.展开更多
Sodium-ion batteries are considered as a promising candidate for lithium-ion batteries due to abundant sodium resources and similar intercalation chemistry.Hard carbon derived from biomass with the virtue of abundance...Sodium-ion batteries are considered as a promising candidate for lithium-ion batteries due to abundant sodium resources and similar intercalation chemistry.Hard carbon derived from biomass with the virtue of abundance and renewability is a cost-effective anode material.Herein,hard carbon is derived from renewable bagasse through a simple two-step method combining mechanical ball milling with carbonization.The hard carbon electrodes exhibit superior electrochemical performance with a high reversible capacity of 315 mA∙h/g.Furthermore,the initial capacity of the full cell,HC//NaMn0.4Ni0.4Ti0.1Mg0.1O2,is 253 mA∙h/g and its capacity retention rate is 77%after 80 cycles,which further verifies its practical application.The simple and low-cost preparation process,as well as excellent electrochemical properties,demonstrates that hard carbon derived from bagasse is a promising anode for sodium-ion batteries.展开更多
The application of microwave irradiation for pretreatment of copper anode slime with high nickel content prior to pressure sulfuric acid leaching has been proposed.The microwave-assisted pretreatment is a rapid and ef...The application of microwave irradiation for pretreatment of copper anode slime with high nickel content prior to pressure sulfuric acid leaching has been proposed.The microwave-assisted pretreatment is a rapid and efficient process.Through the technology of microwave assisted pretreatment-pressure leaching of copper anode slime,copper,tellurium,selenium and nickel are almost completely recovered.Under optimal conditions,the leaching efficiencies of copper,tellurium,selenium and nickel are 97.12%,95.97%,95.37% and 93.90%,respectively.The effect of microwave radiation on the temperature of copper anode slime and leaching solution is investigated.It is suggested that the enhancement on the recoveries of copper,tellurium and selenium can be attributed to the temperature gradient which is caused by shallow microwave penetration depth and super heating occurring at the solid–liquid interface.The kinetic study shows that the pressure leaching of copper anode slime,with and without microwave assisted pretreatment,are both controlled by chemical reactions on the surfaces of particles.It is found that the activation energy calculated for microwave-assisted pretreatment-pressure leaching(49.47 kJ/mol) is lower than that for pressure leaching which is without microwave assisted pretreatment(60.57 kJ/mol).展开更多
Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)are used in electric vehicles and portable smart devices,but lithium resources are dwindling and there is an increasing demand which has to be catered for.Sodium ion batteries(SIBs),which ar...Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)are used in electric vehicles and portable smart devices,but lithium resources are dwindling and there is an increasing demand which has to be catered for.Sodium ion batteries(SIBs),which are less costly,are a promising replacement for LIBs because of the abundant natural reserves of sodium.The anode of a SIB is a necessary component of the battery but is less understood than the cathode.This review outlines the development of various types of anodes,including carbonbased,metallic and organic,which operate using different reaction mechanisms such as intercalation,alloying and conversion,and considers their challenges and prospects.Strategies for modifying their structures by doping and coating,and also modifying the solid electrolyte interface are discussed.In addition,this review also discusses the challenges encountered by the anode of SIBs and the solutions.展开更多
A new anodic material of ternary Pb-0.8%Ag-(0-5.0%)Bi alloy for zinc electrowinning was obtained by doping Bi.The anodic oxygen evolution potential,corrosion rate,surface products after polarization,and microstructure...A new anodic material of ternary Pb-0.8%Ag-(0-5.0%)Bi alloy for zinc electrowinning was obtained by doping Bi.The anodic oxygen evolution potential,corrosion rate,surface products after polarization,and microstructures before and after polarization were studied and compared with those of Pb-0.8%Ag anode used in industry.The results show the anodic overpotential decreases with the increase of Bi content in the alloys.When the content of Bi is 1.0%(mass fraction),the anodic overpotential is 40-50 mV lower than that of Pb-0.8%Ag anode.While the corrosion rate decreases and then increases with the increase of Bi content.The Pb-0.8%Ag-0.1%Bi anode has the lowest corrosion rate(0.090 6 mg/(h·cm2).Doping Bi influences the structure of the anodic layer,but does not change the phase.The Pb-0.8%Ag-1.0%Bi anode layer is of a more fine-grained structure compared with Pb-0.8%Ag anode.展开更多
Developing high-performance lithium ion batteries(LIBs)using manganese oxides as anodes is attractive due to their high theoretical capacity and abundant resources.Herein,we report a facile synthesis of hierarchical s...Developing high-performance lithium ion batteries(LIBs)using manganese oxides as anodes is attractive due to their high theoretical capacity and abundant resources.Herein,we report a facile synthesis of hierarchical spherical MnO2 containing coherent amorphous/crystalline domained by a simple yet effective redox precipitation reaction at room temperature.Further,flower-like CoMn2O4 constructed by single-crystalline spinel nanosheets has been fabricated using MnO2 as precursor.This mild methodology avoids undesired particle aggregation and loss of active surface area in conventional hydrothermal or solid-state processes.Moreover,both MnO2 and CoMn2O4 nanosheets manifest superior lithium-ion storage properties,rendering them promising applications in LIBs and other energy-related fields.展开更多
A process of purification of coal-based coke powder as anode the treatment of coke powder with dilute hydrofluoric acid solution, for Li-ion batteries was attempted. The process started with followed by united-acid-le...A process of purification of coal-based coke powder as anode the treatment of coke powder with dilute hydrofluoric acid solution, for Li-ion batteries was attempted. The process started with followed by united-acid-leaching using sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid. The effects of altering the hydrofluoric acid addition, hydrofluoric acid concentration, contact time, temperature and acid type were investigated. A minimum ash content of 0.35% was obtained when proper conditions were applied. The electrochemical performance of purified coke powder shows greatly improved electrochemical performance. The as-purified coke powder presented an initial reversible capacity of 257.4 mAh/g and a retention rate of 95% after 50 cycles. The proposed purification process paves a way to prepare a promising anode material with good performance with low cost of coke powder for Li-ion batteries.展开更多
基金supported by the Natural Sci-ence Foundation of Fujian Province (No.2024J011210)the High-Level Talent Start-Up Foundation of Xiamen Institute of Technology (No.YKJ23017R)。
文摘Aqueous sodium-ion batteries(ASIBs)have attracted great attention in aqueous batteries due to their merit of high safety.However,the constrained work potential and insufficient chemical stability of anode materials in aqueous electro-lytes hinder the large-scale application of ASIBs.Sodium titanium phosphate,NaTi_(2)(PO_(4))_(3)(NTP),is considered one of the most promising anode materials for ASIBs due to its excellent electrochemical performance and tunable structure.Recently,great achievements have been made in the development of NTP,however,a comprehensive review of existing studies is still lacking.This article firstly introduces the basic properties of NTP and analyzes the existing challenges.Subsequently,it will provide a comprehensive overview of the key strategies related to the design and modification of NTP materials with optimized electrochemical performance.Finally,based on the current research status and practical needs,suggestions,and future perspectives for advancing NTP in practical applications of ASIBs are presented.This review aims to guide the future research trajectory from basic material innovation to industrial applications,thus promoting the large-scale commercializa-tion of ASIBs.
文摘The advantages of sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)for large-scale energy storage are well known.Among possible anode materials,hard carbon(HC)stands out as the most viable commercial option because of its superior performance.However,there is still disagreement regarding the sodium storage mechanism in the low-voltage plateau region of HC anodes,and the structure-performance relationship between its complex multiscale micro/nanostructure and electrochemical behavior remains unclear.This paper summarizes current research progress and the major problems in understanding HC’s microstructure and sodium storage mechanism,and the relationship between them.Findings about a universal sodium storage mechanism in HC,including predictions about micropore-capacity relationships,and the opportunities and challenges for using HC anodes in commercial SIBs are presented.
文摘As an emerging electrochemical energy storage technology,potassium-ion batteries(PIBs),which are considered a“beyond Li-ion”battery system,have attracted tremendous attention due to their potential for providing a high energy density,and having abundant resource,and a low cost.However,their commercialization is hindered by the lack of practical anode materials.Among various reported anodes,conventional carbon materials,including graphite,soft carbon,and hard carbon,have emerged as promising candidates because of their abundance,low cost,high conductivity,and tunable structures.However,these materials have problems such as a low initial Coulombic efficiency,significant volume expansion,and unsatisfactory cyclability and rate performance.Various strategies to solve these have been explored,including optimizing the interlayer spacing,structural design,surface coating,constructing a multifunctional framework,and forming composites.This review provides a comprehensive overview of the recent progress in conventional carbon anodes,highlighting structural design strategies,mechanisms for improving the electrochemical performance,and underscores the critical role of these materials in promoting the practical application of PIBs.
文摘Transition metal sulfides are considered promising anode materials for sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)due to their high theoretical capacity and low synthesis cost.However,is-sues such as poor cyclic stability and rate performance,arising from volume expansion and structural degradation,remain sig-nificant challenges.We report a novel FeS_(2)/CoS_(2) heterostruc-ture embedded in a 3D carbon aerogel matrix(FeS_(2)/CoS_(2)@C)synthesized by a cross-linking and vulcanization process.The resulting core-shell structure,with bimetallic FeS_(2)/CoS_(2) nano-particles encapsulated in a conductive carbon shell,effectively reduces the adverse effects of volume changes during sodiation/desodiation cycles.The 3D porous carbon network increases both ion and electron diffusion,while preventing agglomeration of the active material and maintaining interface integrity.The FeS_(2)/CoS_(2)@C composite has an outstanding electrochemical performance,including a high specific capacity of 725 mAh g^(-1)at 0.5 A g^(-1)and an exceptional rate capability of 572 mAh g^(-1)at 10 A g^(-1).It also has remarkable cycling stability with no signific-ant capacity decay over 1000 cycles at 5 A g^(-1).
文摘Because of their excellent low-temperature(−15 to−40℃)tolerance,sodium-ion batteries are emerging as a complement to lithium-ion batteries for use in extremely cold environments(e.g.high-latitude areas).Hard carbon has a high low-voltage sodium storage capacity and a good initial efficiency,making it one of the most promising anode materials for sodium-ion batteries.It has a complex structure,featuring closed pores,nano graphitic domains,and surface functional groups.The sodium storage sites in hard carbon are reviewed as are the widely accepted sodium storage mechanisms.The main factors contributing to the degradation of the good low-temperature performance in hard carbon anodes are considered,including sodium dendrite formation,low ion diffusion rates,and surface-side reactions.Finally,strategies to increase the low-temperature sodium storage performance of hard carbon anodes are summarized,including bulk structure design,and improvements in interfaces and cut-off voltage.Guidance is provided for improving the low-temperature performance of hard carbon anodes to accelerate the development of these batteries.
文摘Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)have emerged as a promising contender for next-gener-ation energy storage systems.Hard carbon is re-garded as the most promising anode for commer-cial SIB,however,the large number of defects on its surface cause irreversible electrolyte consump-tion and an uneven solid electrolyte interphase film.An advanced molecular engineering strategy to coat hard carbon with polycyclic aromatic mo-lecules is reported.Specifically,polystyrene-based carbon microspheres(CSs)were first synthesized and then coated with polycyclic aromatic mo-lecules derived from coal tar pitch by spray-drying and followed by oxidation.Compared to the traditional CVD coating meth-od,this molecular framework strategy has been shown to reduce the number of defects on the surface of CSs without sacrifi-cing internal storage sites and suppressing transport kinetics in hosting the sodium ions.Besides the lower surface defect con-centration,the synthesized hybrid carbon microspheres(HCSs)have a larger grain size and more abundant closed pores,and have a higher reversible sodium storage capacity.A HCS-P-60%electrode has a capacity of 332.3 mAh g^(-1)with an initial Cou-lombic efficiency of 88.5%.It also has a superior rate performance of 246.6 mAh g^(-1)at 2 C and a 95.2%capacity retention after 100 cycles at 0.2 C.This work offers new insights into designing high-performance hard carbon microsphere anodes,advan-cing the commercialization of sodium-ion batteries.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22472023,22202037)the Jilin Province Science and Technology Development Program(20250102077JC)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2412024QD014,2412023QD019).
文摘Direct ethanol fuel cells(DEFCs)are a promising alternative to conventional energy sources,offering high energy density,environmental sustainability,and operational safety.Compared to methanol fuel cells,DEFCs exhibit lower toxicity and a more mature preparation process.Unlike hydrogen fuel cells,DEFCs provide superior storage and transport feasibility,as well as cost-effectiveness,significantly enhancing their commercial viability.However,the stable C-C bond in ethanol creates a high activation energy barrier,often resulting in incomplete electrooxidation.Current commercial platinum(Pt)-and palladium(Pd)-based catalysts demonstrate low C-C bond cleavage efficiency(<7.5%),severely limiting DEFC energy output and power density.Furthermore,high catalyst costs and insufficient activity impede large-scale commercialization.Recent advances in DEFC anode catalyst design have focused on optimizing material composition and elucidating catalytic mechanisms.This review systematically examines developments in ethanol electrooxidation catalysts over the past five years,highlighting strategies to improve C1 pathway selectivity and C-C bond activation.Key approaches,such as alloying,nanostructure engineering,and interfacial synergy effects,are discussed alongside their mechanistic implications.Finally,we outline current challenges and future prospects for DEFC commercialization.
文摘Metal-organic frameworks(MOFs)are import-ant as possible energy storage materials.Nitrogen-doped iron-cobalt MOFs were synthesized by a one-pot solvo-thermal method using CoCl_(3)·6H_(2)O and FeCl_(3)·6H_(2)O dis-solved in N,N-dimethylformamide,and were converted into Fe-Co embedded in N-doped porous carbon polyhedra by pyrolysis in a nitrogen atmosphere.During pyrolysis,the or-ganic ligands transformed into N-doped porous carbon which improved their structural stability and also their electrical contact with other materials.The Fe and Co are tightly bound together because of their encapsulation by the carbon nitride and are well dispersed in the carbon matrix,and improve the material’s conductivity and stability and provide additional capacity.When used as the anode for lithium-ion batteries,the material gives an initial capacity of up to 2230.7 mAh g^(-1)and a reversible capa-city of 1146.3 mAh g^(-1)is retained after 500 cycles at a current density of 0.5 A g^(-1),making it an excellent candidate for this purpose.
文摘Biomass-derived hard carbons,usually prepared by pyrolysis,are widely considered the most promising anode materials for sodium-ion bat-teries(SIBs)due to their high capacity,low poten-tial,sustainability,cost-effectiveness,and environ-mental friendliness.The pyrolysis method affects the microstructure of the material,and ultimately its so-dium storage performance.Our previous work has shown that pyrolysis in a sealed graphite vessel im-proved the sodium storage performance of the car-bon,however the changes in its microstructure and the way this influences the sodium storage are still unclear.A series of hard carbon materials derived from corncobs(CCG-T,where T is the pyrolysis temperature)were pyrolyzed in a sealed graphite vessel at different temperatures.As the pyrolysis temperature increased from 1000 to 1400℃ small carbon domains gradually transformed into long and curved domains.At the same time,a greater number of large open pores with uniform apertures,as well as more closed pores,were formed.With the further increase of pyrolysis temperature to 1600℃,the long and curved domains became longer and straighter,and some closed pores gradually became open.CCG-1400,with abundant closed pores,had a superior SIB performance,with an initial reversible ca-pacity of 320.73 mAh g^(-1) at a current density of 30 mA g^(-1),an initial Coulomb efficiency(ICE)of 84.34%,and a capacity re-tention of 96.70%after 100 cycles.This study provides a method for the precise regulation of the microcrystalline and pore structures of hard carbon materials.
文摘Silicon-based materials have attracted considerable attention as potential anodes in lithium-ion energy storage systems,primarily due to their having a theoretical capacity greater than conventional graphite anodes.Despite this advantage,the inherent problem of substantial volume changes during lithiation/delithiation severely hinders their practical implementation in commercial battery configurations.We report the synthesis of a material by an electrostatic self-assembly method in which citric acid(CA)serves as a crosslinker to anchor cetyltrimethylammonium bromide-modified positively charged silicon nanoparticles between graphene oxide(GO)layers.After freeze-drying and thermal treatment under a nitrogen atmosphere,silicon particle core layers sandwiched between reduced graphene oxide(rGO)layers were obtained.Control samples with Si/rGO mass ratios of 0.5,1 and 2 were prepared for evaluation.The continuous conductive rGO network significantly increased the electronic conductivity of the material and the incorporation of CA acted as a binding agent between the Si and the rGO which increased the structural stability.By anchoring the silicon particles between adjacent rGO layers,the abundant void spaces and favorable mechanical flexibility of rGO were harnessed to effectively alleviate the volume expansion of silicon during charge-discharge cycles.The material with the Si/rGO mass ratio of 1 gave the highest specific capacity of 946.6 mAh g^(−1)after 200 cycles at a current density of 0.5 A g^(−1).It also had a good rate performance,with a good reversible capacity of 1005.1 mAh g^(−1)at a high current density of 2 A g^(−1).
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (52073253)。
文摘Solid-state Na metal batteries(SSNBs),known for the low cost,high safety,and high energy density,hold a significant position in the next generation of rechargeable batteries.However,the urgent challenge of poor interfacial contact in solid-state electrolytes has hindered the commercialization of SSNBs.Driven by the concept of intimate electrode-electrolyte interface design,this study employs a combination of sodium-potassium(NaK)alloy and carbon nanotubes to prepare a semi-solid NaK(NKC)anode.Unlike traditional Na anodes,the paintable paste-like NKC anode exhibits superior adhesion and interface compatibility with both current collectors and gel electrolytes,significantly enhancing the physical contact of the electrode-electrolyte interface.Additionally,the filling of SiO_(2) nanoparticles improves the wettability of NaK alloy on gel polymer electrolytes,further achieving a conformal interface contact.Consequently,the overpotential of the NKC symmetric cell is markedly lower than that of the Na symmetric cell when subjected to a long cycle of 300 hrs.The full cell coupled with Na_(3)V_(2)(PO_(4))_(2) cathodes had an initial discharge capacity of 106.8 mAh·g^(-1) with a capacity retention of 89.61%after 300 cycles,and a high discharge capacity of 88.1 mAh·g^(-1) even at a high rate of 10 C.The outstanding electrochemical performance highlights the promising application potential of the NKC electrode.
文摘Due to the high capacity and moderate volume expansion of silicon protoxide SiO_(x)(160%)compared with that of Si(300%),reducing silicon dioxide SiO_(2)into SiO_(x)while maintaining its special nano-morphology makes it attractive as an anode of Li-ion batteries.Herein,through a one-pot facile high-temperature annealing route,using SBA15 as the silicon source,and embedding tin dioxide SnO_(2)particles into carbon coated SiO_(x),the mesoporous SiO_(x)-SnO_(2)@C rod composite was prepared and tested as the anode material.The results revealed that the SnO_(2)particles were distributed uniformly in the wall,which could further improve their volume energy densities.The coated carbon plays a role in maintaining structural integrality during lithiation,and the rich mesopores structure can release the expanded volume and enhance Li-ion transfer.At 0.1 A·g^(-1),the gravimetric and volumetric capacities of the composite were as high as 1271 mAh·g^(-1)and 1573 mAh·cm^(-3),respectively.After 200 cycles,the 95%capacity could be retained compared with that upon the 2nd cycle at 0.5 A·g^(-1).And the rod morphology was well kept,except that the diameter of the rod was 3 times larger than its original size after the cell was discharged into 0.01 V.
基金Project(2007SK2009) supported by the Science and Technology Research Project of Hunan Province, China
文摘A new type of lead-based porous anode in zinc electrowinning was prepared by negative pressure infiltration. The anodic polarization potential and corrosion rate were studied and compared with those of traditional fiat anodes （Pb-0.8%Ag） used in industry. The anode corrosion rate was determined by anode actual current density and microstructure. The results show that the anodic oxygen evolution potential decreases first and then increases with the decrease of pore diameter. The anodic potential decreases to the lowest value of 1.729 V at the pore diameter of 1.25-1.60 mm. The porous anode can decrease its actual current density and thus decrease the anodic corrosion rate. When the pore diameter is 1.60-2.00 mm, the anodic relative corrosion rate reaches the lowest value of 52.1%.
基金Project(51234009)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2014DFA90520)supported by International Cooperation Program of Ministry of Science of ChinaProject(2013A100003)supported by the Production,Teaching and Research Program of Guangdong Province,China
文摘A process was proposed to convert and separate selenium and arsenic in copper anode slime(CAS) by low-temperature alkali fusion process.Central composite design was employed to optimize the effective parameters,in which Na OH/CAS mass ratio,fusion temperature and fusion time were selected as variables,and the conversion ratio of selenium and arsenic as responses.Second-order polynomial models of high significance and 3D response surface plots were constructed to show the relationship between the responses and the variables.Optimum area of >90% selenium conversion ratio and >90% arsenic conversion ratio was obtained by the overlaid contours at Na OH/CAS mass ratio of 0.65-0.75,fusion temperature of 803-823 K and fusion time of 20-30 min.The models are validated by experiments in the optimum area,and the results demonstrate that these models are reliable and accurate in predicting the fusion process.
基金Projects(51661009,51761007)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,Projects(2019GXNSFDA245014,2016GXNSFGA380001)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Guangxi Province,China,Projects(2019AC20164,2019AC20053)supported by the Science and Technology Base and Talent Special Project of Guangxi Province,China。
文摘Sodium-ion batteries are considered as a promising candidate for lithium-ion batteries due to abundant sodium resources and similar intercalation chemistry.Hard carbon derived from biomass with the virtue of abundance and renewability is a cost-effective anode material.Herein,hard carbon is derived from renewable bagasse through a simple two-step method combining mechanical ball milling with carbonization.The hard carbon electrodes exhibit superior electrochemical performance with a high reversible capacity of 315 mA∙h/g.Furthermore,the initial capacity of the full cell,HC//NaMn0.4Ni0.4Ti0.1Mg0.1O2,is 253 mA∙h/g and its capacity retention rate is 77%after 80 cycles,which further verifies its practical application.The simple and low-cost preparation process,as well as excellent electrochemical properties,demonstrates that hard carbon derived from bagasse is a promising anode for sodium-ion batteries.
基金Project(2012BAE06B05)supported by the National Science and Technology Support Program of ChinaProject(N130602004)supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of China
文摘The application of microwave irradiation for pretreatment of copper anode slime with high nickel content prior to pressure sulfuric acid leaching has been proposed.The microwave-assisted pretreatment is a rapid and efficient process.Through the technology of microwave assisted pretreatment-pressure leaching of copper anode slime,copper,tellurium,selenium and nickel are almost completely recovered.Under optimal conditions,the leaching efficiencies of copper,tellurium,selenium and nickel are 97.12%,95.97%,95.37% and 93.90%,respectively.The effect of microwave radiation on the temperature of copper anode slime and leaching solution is investigated.It is suggested that the enhancement on the recoveries of copper,tellurium and selenium can be attributed to the temperature gradient which is caused by shallow microwave penetration depth and super heating occurring at the solid–liquid interface.The kinetic study shows that the pressure leaching of copper anode slime,with and without microwave assisted pretreatment,are both controlled by chemical reactions on the surfaces of particles.It is found that the activation energy calculated for microwave-assisted pretreatment-pressure leaching(49.47 kJ/mol) is lower than that for pressure leaching which is without microwave assisted pretreatment(60.57 kJ/mol).
文摘Lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)are used in electric vehicles and portable smart devices,but lithium resources are dwindling and there is an increasing demand which has to be catered for.Sodium ion batteries(SIBs),which are less costly,are a promising replacement for LIBs because of the abundant natural reserves of sodium.The anode of a SIB is a necessary component of the battery but is less understood than the cathode.This review outlines the development of various types of anodes,including carbonbased,metallic and organic,which operate using different reaction mechanisms such as intercalation,alloying and conversion,and considers their challenges and prospects.Strategies for modifying their structures by doping and coating,and also modifying the solid electrolyte interface are discussed.In addition,this review also discusses the challenges encountered by the anode of SIBs and the solutions.
基金Project(2007SK2009)supported by the Science and Technology Research Project of Hunan Province,China
文摘A new anodic material of ternary Pb-0.8%Ag-(0-5.0%)Bi alloy for zinc electrowinning was obtained by doping Bi.The anodic oxygen evolution potential,corrosion rate,surface products after polarization,and microstructures before and after polarization were studied and compared with those of Pb-0.8%Ag anode used in industry.The results show the anodic overpotential decreases with the increase of Bi content in the alloys.When the content of Bi is 1.0%(mass fraction),the anodic overpotential is 40-50 mV lower than that of Pb-0.8%Ag anode.While the corrosion rate decreases and then increases with the increase of Bi content.The Pb-0.8%Ag-0.1%Bi anode has the lowest corrosion rate(0.090 6 mg/(h·cm2).Doping Bi influences the structure of the anodic layer,but does not change the phase.The Pb-0.8%Ag-1.0%Bi anode layer is of a more fine-grained structure compared with Pb-0.8%Ag anode.
基金Project(JCYJ20170817110251498)supported by the Basic Research Project of the Science and Technology Innovation Commission of Shenzhen,ChinaProject(2016TQ03C919)supported by the Guangdong Special Support for the Science and Technology Leading Young Scientist,ChinaProject(21603094)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘Developing high-performance lithium ion batteries(LIBs)using manganese oxides as anodes is attractive due to their high theoretical capacity and abundant resources.Herein,we report a facile synthesis of hierarchical spherical MnO2 containing coherent amorphous/crystalline domained by a simple yet effective redox precipitation reaction at room temperature.Further,flower-like CoMn2O4 constructed by single-crystalline spinel nanosheets has been fabricated using MnO2 as precursor.This mild methodology avoids undesired particle aggregation and loss of active surface area in conventional hydrothermal or solid-state processes.Moreover,both MnO2 and CoMn2O4 nanosheets manifest superior lithium-ion storage properties,rendering them promising applications in LIBs and other energy-related fields.
基金Projects(51274240,51204209) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2012M521545) supported by the National Postdoctoral Science Foundation of China
文摘A process of purification of coal-based coke powder as anode the treatment of coke powder with dilute hydrofluoric acid solution, for Li-ion batteries was attempted. The process started with followed by united-acid-leaching using sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid. The effects of altering the hydrofluoric acid addition, hydrofluoric acid concentration, contact time, temperature and acid type were investigated. A minimum ash content of 0.35% was obtained when proper conditions were applied. The electrochemical performance of purified coke powder shows greatly improved electrochemical performance. The as-purified coke powder presented an initial reversible capacity of 257.4 mAh/g and a retention rate of 95% after 50 cycles. The proposed purification process paves a way to prepare a promising anode material with good performance with low cost of coke powder for Li-ion batteries.
