Synthesis and characterization of LiNi0.95-xCoxAl0.05O2 for lithium-ion batteries

Samples of LiNi0.95-xCoxAl0.05O2 （x = 0.10 and 0.15） and LiNiO2, synthesized by the solid-state reaction at 725℃ for 24 h from LiOH-H2O, Ni2O3, Co2O3, and AI（OH）3 under an oxygen stream, were characterized by TG-DTA, XRD, SEM, and electrochemical tests. Simultaneous doping of cobalt and aluminum at the Ni-site in LiNiO2 was tried to improve the cathode performance for lithium-ion batteries. The results showed that co-doping （especially, 5 at.% A1 and 10 at.% Co） definitely had a large beneficial effect in increasing the capacity （186.2 mA.h/g of the first discharge capacity for LiNio.s.42OoaoAlo.0502） and cycling behavior （180.1 mA-h/g after 10 cycles for LiNio.85CooaoAlo.osO2） compared with 180.7 mA.h/g of the first discharge capacity and 157.7 mA.h/g of the tenth discharge capacity for LiNiO2, respectively. Differen- tial capacity versus voltage curves showed that the co-doped LiNio.95_xCoxmlo.osO2 had less intensity of the phase transitions than the pristine LiNiO2.     

正极添加CNTs对MH /Ni电池高倍率性能的影响

对正极中添加多壁碳纳米管(CNTs)的MH／Ni电池的高倍率放电性能进行了研究。结果表明：正极中添加少量CNTs的Ni／MH电池具有优异的高倍率放电性能。利用正极中添加少量CNTs制成的标准AA型电池的内阻在14mΩ左右；在高倍率放电条件下电池有更高的放电平台，3C放电中值电压在1．167V左右，5C放电中值电压在1．108V左右；电池循环容量保持率也高于正极中不加CNTs的电池。随着循环次数的增加，正极中添加少量CNTs的电池内阻升高幅度较小。     

基于SOC的串联锂离子电池组均衡策略研究

由于一致性问题的存在,成组电池在可用容量、使用寿命等方面远不及单体电池,电池组的均衡管理对电池的成组使用者有着重要的实际意义.论文就针对锂离子串联电池组的均衡技术进行了研究,首先介绍了电池组一致性问题产生的原因,指出均衡管理的重要意义,分析了锂离子电池组SOC的一致性和基于SOC的均衡策略,详细阐述了基于SOC的均衡技术实现,最终搭建实验平台进行测试,验证了所使用的均衡策略和硬件电路的有效性.     

基于数据驱动的锂离子电池RUL预测综述

剩余使用寿命预测技术对于锂离子电池的安全使用及维护具有重要意义。由于锂离子电池的长寿命特性以及复杂的非线性退化机制,目前剩余使用寿命预测仍是电池状态预测的难点问题。数据驱动方法不需要考虑电池内部电化学特性,而仅从数据角度出发,是目前主流的预测方法。通过实例介绍了剩余使用寿命概念,分类阐述了各种基于数据驱动的预测方法,并对其优缺点进行了分析。最后,针对现有方法的不足,提出未来需要改进的方向。     

Engineering Transition Metal Layers for Long Lasting Anionic Redox in Layered Sodium Manganese Oxide

Oxygen-redox-based-layered cathode materials are of great importance in realizing high-energy-density sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) that can satisfy the demands of next-generation energy storage technologies. However, Mn-based-layered materials (P2-type Na-poor Na_y[A_xMn_1−x]O₂, where A = alkali ions) still suffer from poor reversibility during oxygen-redox reactions and low conductivity. In this work, the dual Li and Co replacement is investigated in P2-type-layered Na_xMnO₂. Experimentally and theoretically, it is demonstrated that the efficacy of the dual Li and Co replacement in Na_0.6[Li_0.15Co_0.15Mn_0.7]O₂ is that it improves the structural and cycling stability despite the reversible Li migration from the transition metal layer during de-/sodiation. Operando X-ray diffraction and ex situ neutron diffraction analysis prove that the material maintains a P2-type structure during the entire range of Na⁺ extraction and insertion with a small volume change of ≈4.3%. In Na_0.6[Li_0.15Co_0.15Mn_0.7]O₂, the reversible electrochemical activity of Co³⁺/Co⁴⁺, Mn³⁺/Mn⁴⁺, and O^2-/(O₂)^n- redox is identified as a reliable mechanism for the remarkable stable electrochemical performance. From a broader perspective, this study highlights a possible design roadmap for developing cathode materials with optimized cationic and anionic activities and excellent structural stabilities for SIBs.     

Progress of Phosphate-based Polyanion Cathodes for Aqueous Rechargeable Zinc Batteries

Aqueous rechargeable zinc batteries (ARZBs) are recently prevailing devices that utilize the abundant Zn resources and the merits of aqueous electrolytes to become a competitive alternative for large-scale energy storage. Benefiting from the unique inductive effect and flexible structure, the past five years have experienced a diversiform of phosphate-based polyanion materials that are used as cathodes in ARZBs. In this review, the most recent advances in the Zn²⁺ storage mechanisms and electrolyte optimization of the phosphate-based cathodes of ARZBs, which mainly focus on vanadium/iron-based phosphates and their derivatives are presented. Furthermore, in addition to significant progress on polyanion phosphate-based cathode materials, the design strategies both for electrode materials and compatible electrolytes are also elaborated to improve the energy density and extend the cycling life of aqueous Zn/polyanion batteries.     

The Heterointerface between Fe1/NC and Selenides Boosts Reversible Oxygen Electrocatalysis

The rational design and construction of efficient and inexpensive bifunctional oxygen electrocatalysts are highly desirable for the development of rechargeable Zn–air batteries (ZABs). Although single-atom Fe sites anchored on N-doped carbon catalysts (Fe₁/NC) ensure high oxygen reduction reaction activity, their unitary atomically dispersed active center faces difficult condition in catalyzing oxygen evolution reaction simultaneously. Herein, a composite catalyst containing heterointerface between Fe₁/NC and selenides ((Fe,Co)Se₂) is constructed. The obtained (Fe,Co)Se₂@Fe₁/NC exhibits extremely narrow potential gap of 0.616 V and remarkable stability in alkaline media, outperforming the benchmark catalysts (Pt/C+RuO₂: 0.720 V). Experimental results and density functional theory calculations reveal that heterointerface between Fe₁/NC and (Fe,Co)Se₂ accelerates the electron transfer and provides more moderate adsorption sites, which endow (Fe,Co)Se₂@Fe₁/NC with extremely high bifunctional oxygen catalytic activity. This study not only provides a superior bifunctional catalyst for ZABs, but also enriches the application of single-atom catalysts in multifunctional energy storage and conversion devices.     

Electrochemically Induced Crystalline-to-Amorphous Transition of Dinuclear Polyoxovanadate for High-Rate Lithium-Ion Batteries

Polyoxometalates are intriguing high-capacity anode materials for alkali-metal-ion storage due to their multi-electron redox capabilities and flexible structure. However, their poor electrical conductivity and high working voltage severely restrict their practical application. Herein, the dinuclear polyoxovanadate Sr₂V₂O₇·H₂O with unusually high electrical conductivity is reported as a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries. During the initial lithiation process, the Sr₂V₂O₇·H₂O anode experiences an electrochemically induced crystalline-to-amorphous transition. The resulting amorphous structure provides high redox activity and fast reaction kinetics via reversible V^4.9+/V^2.8+ redox couple through the intercalation mechanism. Furthermore, when coupled with the LiFePO₄ cathode, the strong V O bonds of the amorphous anode provide excellent structural stability, with the full-cell capable of performing >12 000 cycles with a capacity retention of 72%. Another advantage of Sr_2xV₂O_7-δ·yH₂O (0.5 ≤ x ≤ 1.0) is its composition adjustability, which enables delicately regulating the Sr vacancy content without destroying the structure. The defect Sr_2xV₂O_7-δ·yH₂O (x = 0.5) electrodes show significantly improved specific capacity and rate capability without sacrificing other key properties, delivering a high specific capacity of 479 mAh g^-1 at 0.1 mA cm^-2 and 41.9% of its capacity in 2 min. Overall, the preliminary study points the way forward for the facile preparation of high-quality polyoxometalates for advanced energy storage applications and beyond.     

Stabilizing Redox-Active Hexaazatriphenylene in a 2D Conductive Metal–Organic Framework for Improved Lithium Storage Performance

Organic redox-active materials are promising electrode candidates for lithium-ion batteries by virtue of their designable structure and cost-effectiveness. However, their poor electrical conductivity and high solubility in organic electrolytes limit the device's performance and practical applications. Herein, the π-conjugated nitrogen-containing heteroaromatic molecule hexaazatriphenylene (HATN) is strategically embedded with redox-active centers in the skeleton of a Cu-based 2D conductive metal–organic framework (2D c-MOF) to optimize the lithium (Li) storage performance of organic electrodes, which delivers improved specific capacity (763 mAh g⁻¹ at 300 mA g⁻¹), long-term cycling stability (≈90% capacity retention after 600 cycles at 300 mA g⁻¹), and excellent rate performance. The correlation of experimental and computational results confirms that this high Li storage performance derives from the maximum number of active sites (CN sites in the HATN unit and CO sites in the CuO₄ unit), favorable electrical conductivity, and efficient mass transfer channels. This strategy of integrating multiple redox-active moieties into the 2D c-MOF opens up a new avenue for the design of high-performance electrode materials.     

Critical Review of Fluorinated Electrolytes for High-Performance Lithium Metal Batteries

Lithium metal batteries (LMBs), due to their ultra-high energy density, are attracting tremendous attentions. However, their commercial application is severely impeded by poor safety and unsatisfactory cycling stability, which are induced by lithium dendrites, side reactions, and inferior anodic stability. Electrolytes, as the indispensable and necessary components in lithium metal batteries, play a crucial role in regulating the electrochemical performance of LMBs. Recently, the fluorinated electrolytes are widely investigated in high-performance LMBs. Thus, the design strategies of fluorinated electrolytes are thoroughly summarized, including fluorinated salts, fluorinated solvents, and fluorinated additives in LMBs, and insights of the fluorinated components in suppressing lithium dendrites, improving anodic stability and cycling stability. Finally, an outlook with several design strategies and challenges will be proposed for novel fluorinated electrolytes.