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Liao Y, Yang C, Bai J, He Q, Wang H, Chen H, Zhang Q, Chen L. Insights into the cycling stability of manganese-based zinc-ion batteries: from energy storage mechanisms to capacity fluctuation and optimization strategies. Chem Sci 2024; 15:7441-7473. [PMID: 38784725 PMCID: PMC11110161 DOI: 10.1039/d4sc00510d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
Abstract
Manganese-based materials are considered as one of the most promising cathodes in zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) for large-scale energy storage applications owing to their cost-effectiveness, natural availability, low toxicity, multivalent states, high operation voltage, and satisfactory capacity. However, their intricate energy storage mechanisms coupled with unsatisfactory cycling stability hinder their commercial applications. Previous reviews have primarily focused on optimization strategies for achieving high capacity and fast reaction kinetics, while overlooking capacity fluctuation and lacking a systematic discussion on strategies to enhance the cycling stability of these materials. Thus, in this review, the energy storage mechanisms of manganese-based ZIBs with different structures are systematically elucidated and summarized. Next, the capacity fluctuation in manganese-based ZIBs, including capacity activation, degradation, and dynamic evolution in the whole cycle calendar are comprehensively analyzed. Finally, the constructive optimization strategies based on the reaction chemistry of one-electron and two-electron transfers for achieving durable cycling performance in manganese-based ZIBs are proposed.
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Affiliation(s)
- Yanxin Liao
- Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chongqing University Chongqing 401331 China
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- Institute of Materials for Energy and Environment, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University Qingdao 266071 China
- Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Hong Kong SAR 999077 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chongqing University Chongqing 401331 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chongqing University Chongqing 401331 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chongqing University Chongqing 401331 China
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- Institute of Materials for Energy and Environment, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Qingdao University Qingdao 266071 China
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- Department Materials Science and Engineering, Department of Chemistry, Center of Super-Diamond and Advanced Films (COSDAF), City University of Hong Kong Kowloon Hong Kong SAR 999077 China
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chongqing University Chongqing 401331 China
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Yang H, Zhang T, Chen D, Tan Y, Zhou W, Li L, Li W, Li G, Han W, Fan HJ, Chao D. Protocol in Evaluating Capacity of Zn-Mn Aqueous Batteries: A Clue of pH. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2023; 35:e2300053. [PMID: 37060108 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202300053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2023] [Revised: 02/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
Abstract
In the literature, Zn-Mn aqueous batteries (ZMABs) confront abnormal capacity behavior, such as capacity fluctuation and diverse "unprecedented performances." Because of the electrolyte additive-induced complexes, various charge/discharge behaviors associated with different mechanisms are being reported. However, the current performance assessment remains unregulated, and only the electrode or the electrolyte is considered. The lack of a comprehensive and impartial performance evaluation protocol for ZMABs hinders forward research and commercialization. Here, a pH clue (proton-coupled reaction) to understand different mechanisms is proposed and the capacity contribution is normalized. Then, a series of performance metrics, including rated capacity (Cr ) and electrolyte contribution ratio from Mn2+ (CfM), are systematically discussed based on diverse energy storage mechanisms. The relationship between Mn (II) ↔ Mn (III) ↔ Mn (IV) conversion chemistry and protons consumption/production is well-established. Finally, the concrete design concepts of a tunable H+ /Zn2+ /Mn2+ storage system for customized application scenarios, opening the door for the next-generation high-safety and reliable energy storage system, are proposed.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hang Yang
- College of Physics, College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, P. R. China
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- College of Physics, College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Electrochemical Energy Storage Technologies, College of Materials Science and Technology, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing, 210016, P. R. China
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- College of Physics, College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, P. R. China
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- College of Physics, College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, P. R. China
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- College of Physics, College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- College of Physics, College of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Inorganic Synthesis and Preparative Chemistry, International Center of Future Science, Jilin University, Changchun, 130012, P. R. China
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- School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences Nanyang Technological University Singapore, Singapore, 637371, Singapore
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, and School of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200433, P. R. China
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He ZF, Lu YT, Wei TC, Hu CC. Complementary Operando Electrochemical Quartz Crystal Microbalance and UV/Vis Spectroscopic Studies: Acetate Effects on Zinc-Manganese Batteries. CHEMSUSCHEM 2023:e202300259. [PMID: 36869690 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202300259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2023] [Revised: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
Abstract
Zinc-ion batteries, in which zinc ions and protons do intercalation and de-intercalation during battery cycling with various proposed mechanisms under debate, have been studied. Recently, electrolytic zinc-manganese batteries, exhibiting the pure dissolution-deposition behavior with a large charge capacity, have been accomplished through using electrolytes with Lewis acid. However, the complicated chemical environment and mixed products hinder the investigation though it is crucial to understand the detailed mechanism. Here, cyclic voltammetry coupled electrochemical quartz crystal microbalance (EQCM) and ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometry (UV-Vis) are respectively, for the very first time, used to study the transition from zinc-ion batteries to zinc electrolytic batteries by the continuous addition of acetate ions. These complementary techniques operando trace the mass and the composition evolution. The observed formation and dissolution of zinc hydroxide sulfate (ZHS) and manganese oxides evince the effect of acetate ions on zinc-manganese batteries from an alternative perspective. Both the amount of acetate and the pH value have large impacts on the capacity and Coulombic efficiency of the MnO2 electrode, and thus they should be optimized when constructing a full zinc-manganese battery with high rate capability and reversibility.
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- Zi-Fan He
- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Tsing Hua University, Hsin-Chu, 300044, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Tsing Hua University, Hsin-Chu, 300044, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Tsing Hua University, Hsin-Chu, 300044, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Tsing Hua University, Hsin-Chu, 300044, Taiwan
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Wu D, Housel LM, King ST, Mansley ZR, Sadique N, Zhu Y, Ma L, Ehrlich SN, Zhong H, Takeuchi ES, Marschilok AC, Bock DC, Wang L, Takeuchi KJ. Simultaneous Elucidation of Solid and Solution Manganese Environments via Multiphase Operando Extended X-ray Absorption Fine Structure Spectroscopy in Aqueous Zn/MnO 2 Batteries. J Am Chem Soc 2022; 144:23405-23420. [PMID: 36513373 PMCID: PMC9801424 DOI: 10.1021/jacs.2c09477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
Abstract
Aqueous Zn/MnO2 batteries (AZMOB) with mildly acidic electrolytes hold promise as potential green grid-level energy storage solutions for clean power generation. Mechanistic understanding is critical to advance capacity retention needed by the application but is complex due to the evolution of the cathode solid phases and the presence of dissolved manganese in the electrolyte due to a dissolution-deposition redox process. This work introduces operando multiphase extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS) analysis enabling simultaneous characterization of both aqueous and solid phases involved in the Mn redox reactions. The methodology was successfully conducted in multiple electrolytes (ZnSO4, Zn(CF3SO3)2, and Zn(CH3COO)2) revealing similar manganese coordination environments but quantitative differences in distribution of Mnn+ species in the solid and solution phases. Complementary Raman spectroscopy was utilized to identify the less crystalline Mn-containing products formed under charge at the cathodes. This was further augmented by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) to reveal the morphology and surface condition of the deposited solids. The results demonstrate an effective approach for bulk-level characterization of poorly crystalline multiphase solids while simultaneously gaining insight into the dissolved transition-metal species in solution. This work provides demonstration of a useful approach toward gaining insight into complex electrochemical mechanisms where both solid state and dissolved active materials are important contributors to redox activity.
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Affiliation(s)
- Daren Wu
- Institute
for Energy Sustainability and Equity, Stony
Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Department
of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States
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- Institute
for Energy Sustainability and Equity, Stony
Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Interdisciplinary
Science Department, Brookhaven National
Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Institute
for Energy Sustainability and Equity, Stony
Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Department
of Chemistry, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York 11794, United States
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- Interdisciplinary
Science Department, Brookhaven National
Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States,Department
of Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Institute
for Energy Sustainability and Equity, Stony
Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Department
of Chemistry, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York 11794, United States
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- Department
of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Department
of Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- National
Synchrotron Light Source II, Brookhaven
National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- National
Synchrotron Light Source II, Brookhaven
National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- National
Synchrotron Light Source II, Brookhaven
National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Institute
for Energy Sustainability and Equity, Stony
Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Department
of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Interdisciplinary
Science Department, Brookhaven National
Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States,Department
of Chemistry, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York 11794, United States
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- Institute
for Energy Sustainability and Equity, Stony
Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Department
of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Interdisciplinary
Science Department, Brookhaven National
Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States,Department
of Chemistry, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York 11794, United States
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- Institute
for Energy Sustainability and Equity, Stony
Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Interdisciplinary
Science Department, Brookhaven National
Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Institute
for Energy Sustainability and Equity, Stony
Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Interdisciplinary
Science Department, Brookhaven National
Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Institute
for Energy Sustainability and Equity, Stony
Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Department
of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Stony Brook University, Stony
Brook, New York 11794, United States,Interdisciplinary
Science Department, Brookhaven National
Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States,Department
of Chemistry, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York 11794, United States,
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Zou P, Lin R, Pollard TP, Yao L, Hu E, Zhang R, He Y, Wang C, West WC, Ma L, Borodin O, Xu K, Yang XQ, Xin HL. Localized Hydrophobicity in Aqueous Zinc Electrolytes Improves Zinc Metal Reversibility. NANO LETTERS 2022; 22:7535-7544. [PMID: 36070490 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.2c02514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
Abstract
The rechargeability of aqueous zinc metal batteries is plagued by parasitic reactions of the zinc metal anode and detrimental morphologies such as dendritic or dead zinc. To improve the zinc metal reversibility, hereby we report a new solution structure of aqueous electrolyte with hydroxyl-ion scavengers and hydrophobicity localized in solvent clusters. We show that although hydrophobicity sounds counterintuitive for an aqueous system, hydrophilic pockets may be encapsulated inside a hydrophobic outer layer, and a hydrophobic anode-electrolyte interface can be generated through the addition of a cation-philic, strongly anion-phobic, and OH--reactive diluent. The localized hydrophobicity enables less active water and less absorbed water on the Zn anode surface, which suppresses the parasitic water reduction; while the hydroxyl-ion-scavenging functionality further minimizes undesired passivation layer formation, thus leading to superior reversibility (an average Zn plating/stripping efficiency of 99.72% for 1000 cycles) and lifetime (80.6% capacity retention after 5000 cycles) of zinc batteries.
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- Peichao Zou
- Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of California, Irvine, California 92697, United States
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- Chemistry Division, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
- Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, California 91109, United States
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- Battery Science Branch, Energy Science Division, Army Research Directorate, U.S. CCDC Army Research Laboratory, Adelphi, Maryland 20783, United States
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of California, Irvine, California 92697, United States
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- Chemistry Division, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of California, Irvine, California 92697, United States
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of California, Irvine, California 92697, United States
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of California, Irvine, California 92697, United States
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- Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, California 91109, United States
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- National Synchrotron Light Source II, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Battery Science Branch, Energy Science Division, Army Research Directorate, U.S. CCDC Army Research Laboratory, Adelphi, Maryland 20783, United States
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- Battery Science Branch, Energy Science Division, Army Research Directorate, U.S. CCDC Army Research Laboratory, Adelphi, Maryland 20783, United States
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- Chemistry Division, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973, United States
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- Department of Physics and Astronomy, University of California, Irvine, California 92697, United States
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Perez-Antolin D, Sáez-Bernal I, Colina A, Ventosa E. Float-charging protocol in rechargeable Zn–MnO2 batteries: unraveling the key role of Mn2+ additives in preventing spontaneous pH changes. Electrochem commun 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.elecom.2022.107271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Chen H, Dai C, Xiao F, Yang Q, Cai S, Xu M, Fan HJ, Bao SJ. Reunderstanding the Reaction Mechanism of Aqueous Zn-Mn Batteries with Sulfate Electrolytes: Role of the Zinc Sulfate Hydroxide. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2022; 34:e2109092. [PMID: 35137465 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202109092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2021] [Revised: 02/04/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
Abstract
Rechargeable aqueous Zn-Mn batteries have garnered extensive attention for next-generation high-safety energy storage. However, the charge-storage chemistry of Zn-Mn batteries remains controversial. Prevailing mechanisms include conversion reaction and cation (de)intercalation in mild acid or neutral electrolytes, and a MnO2 /Mn2+ dissolution-deposition reaction in strong acidic electrolytes. Herein, a Zn4 SO4 ·(OH)6 ·xH2 O (ZSH)-assisted deposition-dissolution model is proposed to elucidate the reaction mechanism and capacity origin in Zn-Mn batteries based on mild acidic sulfate electrolytes. In this new model, the reversible capacity originates from a reversible conversion reaction between ZSH and Znx MnO(OH)2 nanosheets in which the MnO2 initiates the formation of ZSH but contributes negligibly to the apparent capacity. The role of ZSH in this new model is confirmed by a series of operando characterizations and by constructing Zn batteries using other cathode materials (including ZSH, ZnO, MgO, and CaO). This research may refresh the understanding of the most promising Zn-Mn batteries and guide the design of high-capacity aqueous Zn batteries.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hao Chen
- Institute for Clean Energy & Advanced Materials, School of Materials and Energy, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, P. R. China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Photoelectronic/Electrophotonic Conversion Materials, Key Laboratory of Cluster Science, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing, 100081, P. R. China
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- Institute for Clean Energy & Advanced Materials, School of Materials and Energy, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, P. R. China
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- Institute for Clean Energy & Advanced Materials, School of Materials and Energy, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, P. R. China
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- Institute for Clean Energy & Advanced Materials, School of Materials and Energy, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, P. R. China
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- Institute for Clean Energy & Advanced Materials, School of Materials and Energy, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, P. R. China
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- School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, Nanyang Technological University, 21 Nanyang Link, Singapore, 637371, Singapore
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- Institute for Clean Energy & Advanced Materials, School of Materials and Energy, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, P. R. China
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