Three-dimensional(3D)printing has gained popularity in a variety of applications,particularly in the manufacture of wearable devices.Aided by the large degree of freedom in customizable fabrication,3D printing can cat...Three-dimensional(3D)printing has gained popularity in a variety of applications,particularly in the manufacture of wearable devices.Aided by the large degree of freedom in customizable fabrication,3D printing can cater towards the practical requirements of wearable devices in terms of light weight and flexibility.In particular,this focus review aims to cover the important aspect of wearable energy storage devices(WESDs),which is an essential component of most wearable devices.Herein,the topics discussed are the fundamentals of 3D printing inks used,the optimizing strategies in improving the mechanical and electrochemical properties of wearable devices and the recent developments and challenges of wearable electrochemical systems such as batteries and supercapacitors.It can be expected that,with the development of 3D printing technology,realization of the full potential of WESDs and seamless integration into smart devices also needs further in-depth investigations.展开更多
Zn-ion hybrid supercapacitors(SCs)are considered as promising energy storage owing to their high energy density compared to traditional SCs.How to realize the miniaturization,patterning,and flexibility of the Zn-ion S...Zn-ion hybrid supercapacitors(SCs)are considered as promising energy storage owing to their high energy density compared to traditional SCs.How to realize the miniaturization,patterning,and flexibility of the Zn-ion SCs without affecting the electrochemical performances has special meanings for expanding their applications in wearable integrated electronics.Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x) cathode with outstanding conductivity,unique lamellar structure and good mechanical flexibility has been demonstrated tremen-dous potential in the design of Zn-ion SCs,but achieving long cycling stability and high rate stability is still big challenges.Here,we proposed a facile laser writing approach to fabricate patterned Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-based Zn-ion micro-supercapacitors(MSCs),followed by the in-situ anneal treatment of the assembled MSCs to improve the long-term stability,which exhibits 80%of the capacitance retention even after 50,000 charge/discharge cycles and superior rate stability.The influence of the cathode thickness on the electrochemical performance of the MSCs is also studied.When the thickness reaches 0.851μm the maximum areal capacitance of 72.02 mF cm^(−2)at scan rate of 10 mV s^(−1),which is 1.77 times higher than that with a thickness of 0.329μm(35.6 mF cm^(−2)).Moreover,the fab-ricated Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x) based Zn-ion MSCs have excellent flexibility,a digital timer can be driven by the single device even under bending state,a flexible LED displayer of“TiC”logo also can be easily lighted by the MSC arrays under twisting,crimping,and winding conditions,demonstrating the scalable fabrication and application of the fabricated MSCs in portable electronics.展开更多
Direct ink writing(DIW)has recently emerged as an appealing method for designing and fabricating three-dimensional(3D)objects.Complex 3D structures can be built layer-by-layer via digitally controlled extrusion and de...Direct ink writing(DIW)has recently emerged as an appealing method for designing and fabricating three-dimensional(3D)objects.Complex 3D structures can be built layer-by-layer via digitally controlled extrusion and deposition of aqueous-based colloidal pastes.The formulation of well-dispersed suspensions with specific rheological behaviors is a prerequisite for the use of this route.In this review article,the fundamental concepts of DIW are presented,including the operation principles and basic features.Typical strategies used for ink formulation are discussed with a focus on the most widely used electrode materials,including graphene,Mxenes,and carbon nanotubes.The recent progress in printing design of emerging energy storage systems,encompassing rechargeable batteries,supercapacitors,and hybrid capacitors,is summarized.Challenges and future perspectives are also covered to provide guidance for the future development of DIW.展开更多
为了解决MnO_(2)正极在水系锌离子电池中循环稳定性差及离子运输缓慢等问题,采用直写成型技术制备高精度定制的3D打印MnO_(2)正极。流变测试表明,打印墨水表现出剪切变稀行为,存储模量平台值高达10^(5) Pa。SEM图像显示,100次循环后该...为了解决MnO_(2)正极在水系锌离子电池中循环稳定性差及离子运输缓慢等问题,采用直写成型技术制备高精度定制的3D打印MnO_(2)正极。流变测试表明,打印墨水表现出剪切变稀行为,存储模量平台值高达10^(5) Pa。SEM图像显示,100次循环后该定制网-层状结构保持完整。具有良好力学强度的3D结构有利于降低电极内残余应力,同时提供更大的比表面积。所得的3D打印正极在50 m A/g的电流密度下循环110次后,比容量为对照传统2D电极的4倍。采用多种非原位技术系统研究了3D打印电池的可逆Mn^(2+)/Mn^(4+)双氧化还原储能机制。展开更多
Developing high-performance energy storage and conversion(ESC)device relies on both the utilization of good constituent materials and rational design of assembly structure.Graphene-based materials,due to their superio...Developing high-performance energy storage and conversion(ESC)device relies on both the utilization of good constituent materials and rational design of assembly structure.Graphene-based materials,due to their superior properties like high electrical/thermal conductivity,large surface area,and unique optical properties,have been extensively reported for ESC applications.The emerging three-dimensional(3D)printing techniques,especially extrusion-based direct ink writing technique,have brought a revolutionary improvement in structure control accuracy and designing capability to graphene-based macro-assemblies,triggering a boost in functionalities and performances of graphene-based ESC devices.In these circumstances,understanding the very recent progress of 3Dprinted graphene materials and their design philosophy to bring new concepts for material designs and address the requirements for high-performance ESC devices are urgently important.In this review,we aim to outline recent developments in 3D printing of graphene-based materials and their applications in ESC applications.Basic requirements and theoretical analysis for preparation printable inks are discussed,as well as feasible GO ink preparation strategies in existing literatures.The representative explorations of 3D-printed graphenematerials in ESC applications like batteries,supercapacitors,solar steam generators,and electro-thermal conversion are also reviewed.This study attempts to provide a comprehensive overview of the progresses and limitations of present 3D printed graphenematerials,and seeks to enlighten the opportunities and orientations of future research in this field.展开更多
基金Australian Research Council,Grant/Award Numbers:DP190100120,FT200100015。
文摘Three-dimensional(3D)printing has gained popularity in a variety of applications,particularly in the manufacture of wearable devices.Aided by the large degree of freedom in customizable fabrication,3D printing can cater towards the practical requirements of wearable devices in terms of light weight and flexibility.In particular,this focus review aims to cover the important aspect of wearable energy storage devices(WESDs),which is an essential component of most wearable devices.Herein,the topics discussed are the fundamentals of 3D printing inks used,the optimizing strategies in improving the mechanical and electrochemical properties of wearable devices and the recent developments and challenges of wearable electrochemical systems such as batteries and supercapacitors.It can be expected that,with the development of 3D printing technology,realization of the full potential of WESDs and seamless integration into smart devices also needs further in-depth investigations.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(51672308,51972025,61888102 and 62004187).
文摘Zn-ion hybrid supercapacitors(SCs)are considered as promising energy storage owing to their high energy density compared to traditional SCs.How to realize the miniaturization,patterning,and flexibility of the Zn-ion SCs without affecting the electrochemical performances has special meanings for expanding their applications in wearable integrated electronics.Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x) cathode with outstanding conductivity,unique lamellar structure and good mechanical flexibility has been demonstrated tremen-dous potential in the design of Zn-ion SCs,but achieving long cycling stability and high rate stability is still big challenges.Here,we proposed a facile laser writing approach to fabricate patterned Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x)-based Zn-ion micro-supercapacitors(MSCs),followed by the in-situ anneal treatment of the assembled MSCs to improve the long-term stability,which exhibits 80%of the capacitance retention even after 50,000 charge/discharge cycles and superior rate stability.The influence of the cathode thickness on the electrochemical performance of the MSCs is also studied.When the thickness reaches 0.851μm the maximum areal capacitance of 72.02 mF cm^(−2)at scan rate of 10 mV s^(−1),which is 1.77 times higher than that with a thickness of 0.329μm(35.6 mF cm^(−2)).Moreover,the fab-ricated Ti_(3)C_(2)T_(x) based Zn-ion MSCs have excellent flexibility,a digital timer can be driven by the single device even under bending state,a flexible LED displayer of“TiC”logo also can be easily lighted by the MSC arrays under twisting,crimping,and winding conditions,demonstrating the scalable fabrication and application of the fabricated MSCs in portable electronics.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52073177)Key Project of Department of Education of Guangdong Province(No.2020KTSCX118)The authors acknowledge the support from Suzhou Key Laboratory for Advanced Carbon Materials and Wearable Energy Technologies,Suzhou,China.
文摘Direct ink writing(DIW)has recently emerged as an appealing method for designing and fabricating three-dimensional(3D)objects.Complex 3D structures can be built layer-by-layer via digitally controlled extrusion and deposition of aqueous-based colloidal pastes.The formulation of well-dispersed suspensions with specific rheological behaviors is a prerequisite for the use of this route.In this review article,the fundamental concepts of DIW are presented,including the operation principles and basic features.Typical strategies used for ink formulation are discussed with a focus on the most widely used electrode materials,including graphene,Mxenes,and carbon nanotubes.The recent progress in printing design of emerging energy storage systems,encompassing rechargeable batteries,supercapacitors,and hybrid capacitors,is summarized.Challenges and future perspectives are also covered to provide guidance for the future development of DIW.
基金The financial support of the Natural Science Foundation of Changsha,China(No.kq2202094)the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2021YFB3701400)。
文摘为了解决MnO_(2)正极在水系锌离子电池中循环稳定性差及离子运输缓慢等问题,采用直写成型技术制备高精度定制的3D打印MnO_(2)正极。流变测试表明,打印墨水表现出剪切变稀行为,存储模量平台值高达10^(5) Pa。SEM图像显示,100次循环后该定制网-层状结构保持完整。具有良好力学强度的3D结构有利于降低电极内残余应力,同时提供更大的比表面积。所得的3D打印正极在50 m A/g的电流密度下循环110次后,比容量为对照传统2D电极的4倍。采用多种非原位技术系统研究了3D打印电池的可逆Mn^(2+)/Mn^(4+)双氧化还原储能机制。
基金NationalNatural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:52090030,51533008,51973191,51703194,51803177China Postdoctoral Science Foundation,Grant/Award Number:2021M692772+4 种基金National Key R&D Program of China,Grant/Award Number:2016YFA0200200FundamentalResearch Funds for the CentralUniversities,Grant/Award Numbers:30920041106,K20200060,30919011271Hundred Talents Programof Zhejiang University,Grant/Award Number:188020*194231701/113Key Research and Development Plan of Zhejiang Province,Grant/Award Number:2018C01049KeyLaboratory of Novel Adsorption and Separation Materialsand Application Technology of Zhejiang Province,Grant/AwardNumber:512301-I21502。
文摘Developing high-performance energy storage and conversion(ESC)device relies on both the utilization of good constituent materials and rational design of assembly structure.Graphene-based materials,due to their superior properties like high electrical/thermal conductivity,large surface area,and unique optical properties,have been extensively reported for ESC applications.The emerging three-dimensional(3D)printing techniques,especially extrusion-based direct ink writing technique,have brought a revolutionary improvement in structure control accuracy and designing capability to graphene-based macro-assemblies,triggering a boost in functionalities and performances of graphene-based ESC devices.In these circumstances,understanding the very recent progress of 3Dprinted graphene materials and their design philosophy to bring new concepts for material designs and address the requirements for high-performance ESC devices are urgently important.In this review,we aim to outline recent developments in 3D printing of graphene-based materials and their applications in ESC applications.Basic requirements and theoretical analysis for preparation printable inks are discussed,as well as feasible GO ink preparation strategies in existing literatures.The representative explorations of 3D-printed graphenematerials in ESC applications like batteries,supercapacitors,solar steam generators,and electro-thermal conversion are also reviewed.This study attempts to provide a comprehensive overview of the progresses and limitations of present 3D printed graphenematerials,and seeks to enlighten the opportunities and orientations of future research in this field.
