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ISSN: 2667-1417
CN: 12-1468/O6
p-ISSN: 2097-2431

Insights for understanding multiscale degradation of LiFePO4 cathodes

Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) based on olivine LiFePO4 (LFP) offer long cycle/calendar life and good safety, making them one of the dominant batteries in energy storage stations and electric vehicles,...

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Advances in bismuth-telluride-based thermoelectric devices: Progress and challenges

By effectively converting waste heat into electricity, thermoelectric materials and devices can provide an alternative approach to tackle the energy crisis. Amongst thermoelectric materials, bismuth...

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Electrolyte design principles for low-temperature lithium-ion batteries

Alongside the pursuit of high energy density and long service life, the urgent demand for low-temperature performance remains a long-standing challenge for a wide range of Li-ion battery applications,...

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Bubble evolution dynamics in alkaline water electrolysis

It is anticipated that alkaline water electrolysis (AWE) technology will assume a significant role in the future energy sector, facilitating the integration of renewable energy and hydrogen production....

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Solid-state lithium batteries: Safety and prospects

Solid-state lithium batteries are flourishing due to their excellent potential energy density. Substantial efforts have been made to improve their electrochemical performance by increasing the conductivity...

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Hydrogel polymer electrolytes toward better zinc-ion batteries: A comprehensive review

Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) represent a promising solution for “beyond-lithium-ion” chemistries, but certain problems hinder their further development, especially when conventional aqueous electrolytes...

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Cation-inspired polyhedral distortion boosting moisture/electrolyte stability of iron sulfate cathode for durable high-temperature sodium-ion storage

Alluaudite-type iron-based sulfates are prospective positive-electrode active materials for sodium-ion batteries given their low-cost and high operation voltage, yet suffer from poor intrinsic ionic...

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Revisiting the critical role of metallic ash elements in the development of hard carbon for advancing sodium-ion battery applications

Hard carbon (HC) anodes in sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are prized for their high capacity, durability, cost-efficiency, environmental sustainability, and safety. The metallic ash elements in HCs inevitably...

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A perspective of ZnCl2 electrolytes: The physical and electrochemical properties

Molten ZnCl2 hydrates are ionic liquids at room temperature, which exhibit intriguing physical and electrochemical properties. Continuous efforts have been devoted over several decades to understanding...

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Elevating Li-ion battery paradigms: sophisticated ionic architectures in lithium-excess layered oxides for unprecedented electrochemical performance

In exploring the frontier of high-energy-density cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries, substantial progress has been made by fine-tuning the composition of Ni-rich cathodes tailored for high-capacity...

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Anode corrosion in aqueous Zn metal batteries

Given their low cost and intrinsic safety, aqueous Zn metal batteries (AZMBs) are drawing increasing attention in the field of smart grids and large-scale energy storage. However, the Zn metal anode...

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Reutilization and upcycling of spent graphite for sustainable lithium-ion batteries: progress and perspectives

In the development of sustainable lithium-ion batteries, achieving the efficient and cost-effective recycling of all components, particularly spent graphite (SG) anodes, has become a critical requirement....

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Adsorption-attraction electrolyte addressing anion-deficient interface for lithium metal batteries

Constructing an optimal solid–electrolyte interphase (SEI) through electrolyte strategies is an effective approach to suppress lithium dendrites and improve deposition/stripping reversibility. Specifically,...

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Hybrid microstructure-based stretchable biosensors for multi-physiological signal sensing

Wearable biosensors provide continuous, real-time physiological monitoring of biochemical markers in biofluids such as sweat, tears, saliva, and interstitial fluid. However, achieving high stretchability...

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Anode optimization strategies for zinc–air batteries

With issues of energy security and environmental crisis intensifying, we urgently need to develop energy storage systems with high energy density and high safety. Zinc–air batteries have attracted extensive...

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Selective contact self-assembled molecules for high-performance perovskite solar cells

This review provides a comprehensive overview of the utilization of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) in perovskite solar cells (PSCs), with a specific focus on their potential as hole transport layers...

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Organic photoelectrochemical memtransistor

By emulating the intricate human brain, neuromorphic engineering is playing a pivotal role in reshaping artificial intelligence, with unique synaptic devices forming the cornerstone of its success....

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Lithium-rich alloy as stable lithium metal composite anode for lithium batteries

Lithium (Li) metal is a promising anode material for high energy density Li batteries due to its high specific capacity and low redox potential. However, its practical applications are hindered by issues...

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Quenching-induced atom-stepped bimetallic sulfide heterointerface catalysts for industrial hydrogen generation

Developing non-noble metal hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) electrocatalysts with high activity and durability at ampere-level current densities is vital for emerging anion exchange membrane (AEM)...

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Advances in regulating the electron spin effect toward electrocatalysis applications

Building highly reactive electrocatalysts is of great significance for addressing the energy crisis and developing green energy. Electrocatalytic reactions occur at the interface of catalysts, where...

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Additive manufacturing (3D printing) of electrically conductive polymers and polymer nanocomposites and their applications

Additive manufacturing, or three-dimensional (3D) printing, offers a unique solution for fabricating complex geometries with high tolerances. Currently, many commercial additive manufacturing machines...

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A self-damping triboelectric tactile patch for self-powered wearable electronics

Wearable tactile sensing systems with bionic designs holds significant promise for environmental interactions and human–machine communication. Triboelectric sensing technology plays a vital role in...

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Recent progress in transition-metal-oxide-based electrocatalysts for the oxygen evolution reaction in natural seawater splitting: A critical review

Direct electrolytic splitting of seawater for the production of H2 using ocean energy is a promising technology that can help achieve carbon neutrality. However, owing to the high concentrations of...

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Understanding multi-scale ion-transport in solid-state lithium batteries

Solid-state lithium battery (SSLB) is considered as one of the promising candidates for next-generation power batteries due to high safety, unprecedented energy density and favorable adaptability to...

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Versatile carbon-based materials from biomass for advanced electrochemical energy storage systems

The development of new energy storage technology has played a crucial role in advancing the green and low-carbon energy revolution. This has led to significant progress, spanning from fundamental research...

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