Engineering optimization approach of nonaqueous electrolyte for sodium ion battery with long cycle life and safety

Electrolyte design strategies are closely related to the capacities, cycle life and safety of sodium–ion batteries. In this study, we aimed to optimize electrolyte with the focus on engineering aspects. The basic physicochemical properties including ionic conductivity, viscosity,wettability and thermochemical stability of the electrolytes using Na PF6 as the solute and the mixed solvent with different components of EMC,DMC or DEC in PC or EC were systematically measured. Ah pouch cell with NaNi_(1/3)Fe_(1/3)Mn_(1/3)O_(2)/hard carbon electrodes was used to evaluate the performance of the prepared electrolytes. By using the Inductive Coupled Plasma Emission Spectrometer(ICP), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS), Thermogravimetric-differential scanning calorimetry(TG-DSC) and Accelerating Rate Calorimeter(ARC), we show that an optimized electrolyte can effectively promote the formation of a protective interfacial layer on two electrodes, which not only retards parasitic reactions between the electrodes and electrolyte but also suppresses dissolution of metal ions from the cathode. With an optimized electrolyte, a NaNi_(1/3)Fe_(1/3)Mn_(1/3)O_(2)/hard carbon cell can attain 56.16% capacity retention under the low temperature of -40℃, and can be able to retain 80%capacity retention after more than 2500 cycles while presenting excellent thermal safety.

Three-dimensional evaluation of inclusion particles in steel

The estimation of inclusion particles has a relation close to the control of steel grain growth as well as the production of clean steel.In present study,the electrolytic extraction methods using nonaqueous electrolyte have been examined for the extraction of various inclusion particles,in order to evaluate their three-dimensional morphologies and compositional segregations.The cross section of fine inclusion particle,which was prepared by focused ion beam method,was qualitatively analyzed using Auger electron spectroscopy.From the results obtained by this method,the formation mechanism of complex inclusion particle could be explained clearly.

Concentrated electrolytes for rechargeable lithium metal batteries

Traditional lithium-ion batteries with graphite anodes have gradually been limited by the glass ceiling of energy density.As a result,lithium metal batteries(LMBs),regarded as the ideal alternative,have attracted considerable attention.However,lithium is highly reactive and susceptible to most electrolytes,resulting in poor cycle performance.In addition,lithium grows Li dendrites during charging,adversely affecting the safety of LMBs.Therefore,LMBs are more sensitive to the chemical composition of electrolytes and their relative ratios(concentrations).Recently,concentrated electrolytes have been widely demonstrated to be friendly to lithium metal anodes(LMAs).This review focuses on the progress of concentrated electrolytes in LMBs,including the solvation structure varying with concentration,unique functions in stabilizing the LMA,and their interfacial chemistry with LMA.

Fluoro-Compounds in Electrolytes for Energy Storage Devices

1 Results Electrochemical energy storage devices such as lithium-ion batteries[1-2] and double-layer capacitors[3-4] have attracted a great deal of attention because of their potential application to electric hybrid vehicles. They utilize nonaqueous electrolyte solutions comprising from organic solvents and lithium or quaternary ammonium salts with fluorine-containing anions. This is because the relatively large anions with electron-withdrawing atoms enable ionic dissociation in dipolar aprotic solvents...

Research progress of tunnel-type sodium manganese oxide cathodes for SIBs

Among the large energy storage batteries,the sodium ion batteries(SIBs)are attracted huge interest due to the fact of its abundant raw materials and low cost,and has become the most promising secondary battery.Tunnel-type sodium manganese oxides(TMOs)are industrialized cathode materials because of their simple synthesis method and proficient electrochemical performance.Na_(0.44)MnO_(2)(NMO)is considered the best candidate material for all tunnel-type structural materials.In this paper,the research progress in charge and discharge of cathode materials for tunnel-type structural SIBs is reviewed,the redox mechanism and all sorts of synthesis methods and different coating methods lead to different morphology and electrochemical properties of materials and the classification of electrolytes and nonaqueous electrolytes.The development and utility of aqueous solutions are discussed,and the mechanism is analyzed.Summarized the cationic potential of the transition metal oxide for tunnel structure,plays a vital role in predicting and designing the cathode material of this structure.In addition,the future opportunities and challenges for such tunnel-type SIBs in this field are described in detail.

Non-aqueous Al-ion batteries:cathode materials and corresponding underlying ion storage mechanisms

Aluminum-ion batteries(AIBs)are recognized as one of the promising candidates for future energy stor-age devices due to their merits of cost-effectiveness,high voltage,and high-power operation.Many efforts have been devoted to the development of cathode materials,and the progress has been well summarized in this review paper.Moreover,in addition to materials,the intercalation mechanism also plays a key role in determining cell per-formance.Here,the research progress of cathode materials and corresponding ion intercalation mechanism in AIBs are summarized,including intercalation of AlCl_(4)-,intercala-tion of Al^(3+),and coordination of AlCl_(2)^(+)/AlCl^(2+).This minireview provides comprehensive guidance on the design of cathode materials for the development of high-performance AIBs.