高比能钠离子电池预钠化技术研究进展

钠离子电池有望取代锂离子电池实现大规模储能应用。然而,储钠负极材料具有较低的初始库伦效率,制约了高比能钠离子电池的开发。预钠化技术被认为是补偿负极活性钠损失、提升电池能量密度的最直接有效的方法,对于钠离子电池的商业化应用具有重要意义。本文全面总结近年来预钠化技术的最新研究进展,包括短接法预钠化、电化学预钠化、钠金属物理预钠化、化学预钠化和正极补钠添加剂等,并从反应原理、安全性、可操作性、处理效率和可放大性等角度分析讨论现有各技术方案的优势及面临的挑战;着重介绍化学预钠化和正极补钠添加剂,这两类最具应用前景的预钠化技术的最新成果,进而从实用化角度深入探讨仍待解决的科学问题和技术难点。本文可为预钠化技术的进一步优化和高比能钠离子电池的开发提供思路。     

Mathematical homogenization and stochastic modeling of energy storage systems

Mathematical homogenization theory as a multiscale modeling strategy for deriving macroscopic models is gaining relevance in modeling electrochemical energy storage systems (ESSs) for its ability to capture the detailed microstructural properties of a material. Stochastic modeling, on the other hand, captures molecular fluctuations and uncertainties associated with ESSs. In this short review, modeling ESSs using both tools is presented. Integrating mathematical homogenization theory and stochastic modeling provides an effective tool for deriving macroscopic models that accurately predict various macroscopic behavior and electrochemical properties of ESSs to enable optimization and manufacturing of high performance ESSs.     

钠离子电池炭基负极材料研究进展

钠离子电池是目前新兴的低成本储能技术,因在大规模电化学储能中具有较好的应用前景而受到了国内外学者广泛的关注与研究。作为钠离子电池的关键电极材料之一,非石墨的炭质材料因具有储钠活性高、成本低廉、无毒无害等诸多优点,而被认为是钠离子电池实际应用时负极的最佳选择。本文详细综述了目前钠离子电池炭基负极材料的研究进展,重点介绍了炭质材料的储钠机理与特性,分析了炭材料结构与电化学性能之间的关系,探讨了其存在的问题,为钠离子电池炭基负极材料的发展提供有益的认识。     

Current status and challenges for practical flowless Zn–Br batteries

The fire hazard of lithium-ion batteries has influenced the development of more efficient and safer battery technology for energy storage systems (ESSs). A flowless zinc–bromine battery (FL-ZBB), one of the simplest versions of redox batteries, offers a possibility of a cost-effective and nonflammable ESS. However, toward the development of a practical battery, many critical issues should be addressed. In this contribution, we review the current FL-ZBB technologies and provide an assessment of them from a battery design perspective. The key cell design parameters and their influence on battery specifications are described. The challenges related to materials and cell structure are also discussed to motivate future research.     

二次钠-空气电池的研究进展

二次钠-空气电池具有高达1600 Wh.kg^-1的理论能量密度、2.3 V的理论放电电压平台和丰富的钠资源等优点,成为近年来的研究热点. 人们对钠-空气电池的研究时间较短,还有大量的问题需要解决. 本文根据近几年对于二次钠-空气电池的初步研究,并结合作者课题组在钠电池研究领域的探索和体会,总结了目前钠-空气电池核心问题的主要研究进展,并对钠-空气电池应用前景进行了展望.     

钠离子电池用铁基正极材料的研究进展

气候变化和化石燃料枯竭等问题将促进新型绿色能源的开发和利用。因此,高效率、低成本、安全的储能系统,得到了越来越多的关注和研究。在各类储能系统中,二次电池是存储电能、为电子设备供电的最理想选择。目前,锂离子电池(LIBs)的应用最广泛。然而,地球上锂资源的短缺和分布不均造成的成本较高,急需研究和开发其他高性能的新型二次电池。钠元素具有地壳中储量丰富、均匀且与锂具有相似化学性质等优势,使得钠离子电池(SIBs)成为了取代LIBs最有前景的备选二次电池之一。然而,钠离子的体积较大、离子传导动力学更缓慢、导电性更差等问题,限制了SIBs高性能的实现,这是目前研究的难点和重点。此外,铁具有储量丰富、环境友好的特点,其在SIBs中的应用引起了电池领域科研工作者的广泛关注。因此,寻找良好的铁基正极材料成为SIBs高性能电极材料开发的一个重要研究方向。本综述对近年来SIBs铁基正极材料方面的研究进展进行了总结,并按照聚阴离子型化合物、过渡金属氧化物、普鲁士蓝及类似物和氟化物分类,进行了系统的阐述和分析。     

碳材料在电化学储能中的应用

电化学储能材料是电化学储能器件发展及性能提高的关键之一. 碳材料在各种电化学储能体系中都起到了极为重要的作用,特别是近期出现的各类新型碳材料为电化学储能的发展带来了新动力,并展现了广阔的应用前景. 本文综述了碳材料,特别是以碳纳米管和石墨烯为代表的纳米碳材料,在典型电化学储能器件（锂离子/钠离子电池、超级电容器和锂硫电池等）、柔性电化学储能和电化学催化等领域的研究进展,并对碳材料在这些领域的应用前景进行了展望.     

Active material and interphase structures governing performance in sodium and potassium ion batteries

Development of energy storage systems is a topic of broad societal and economic relevance, and lithium ion batteries (LIBs) are currently the most advanced electrochemical energy storage systems. However, concerns on the scarcity of lithium sources and consequently the expected price increase have driven the development of alternative energy storage systems beyond LIBs. In the search for sustainable and cost-effective technologies, sodium ion batteries (SIBs) and potassium ion batteries (PIBs) have attracted considerable attention. Here, a comprehensive review of ongoing studies on electrode materials for SIBs and PIBs is provided in comparison to those for LIBs, which include layered oxides, polyanion compounds and Prussian blue analogues for positive electrode materials, and carbon-based and alloy materials for negative electrode materials. The importance of the crystal structure for electrode materials is discussed with an emphasis placed on intrinsic and dynamic structural properties and electrochemistry associated with alkali metal ions. The key challenges for electrode materials as well as the interface/interphase between the electrolyte and electrode materials, and the corresponding strategies are also examined. The discussion and insights presented in this review can serve as a guide regarding where future investigations of SIBs and PIBs will be directed.

The importance of the active material structure and the interface/interphase between the electrode and electrolyte in enhancing the electrochemical performance of sodium and potassium ion batteries.     

Improved Initial Charging Capacity of Na-poor Na0.44MnO2 via Chemical Presodiation Strategy for Low-cost Sodium-ion Batteries

Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)are promising for grid-scale energy storage applications due to the natural abundance and low cost of sodium.Among various Na insertion cathode materials,Na0.44MnO2 has attracted the most attention because of its cost effectiveness and structural stability.However,the low initial charge capacity for Na-poor Na0.44MnO2 hinders its practical applications.Herein,we developed a facile chemical presodiated method using sodiated biphenly to transform Na-poor Na0.44MnO2 into Na-rich Na0.66MnO2.After presodiation,the initial charge capacity of Na0.44MnO2 is greatly enhanced from 56.5 mA·h/g to 115.7 mA·h/g at 0.1 C(1 C=121 mA/g)and the excellent cycling stability(the capacity retention of 94.1%over 200 cycles at 2 C)is achieved.This presodiation strategy would open a new avenue for promoting the practical applications of Na-poor cathode materials in sodium-ion batteries.     

Charge transport and dipolar relaxations in an alkali metal oligoether carboxylate ionic liquid

Charge transport and dipolar relaxations in a sodium-based oligoether carboxylate ionic liquid are investigated in a wide frequency and temperature range by means of broadband dielectric spectroscopy (BDS). The dielectric spectra are described at lower temperatures in terms of dipolar relaxations whereas hopping conduction in a random spatially varying energy landscape is quantitatively shown to dominate the spectra at higher temperatures. Based on detailed analysis of the dielectric relaxation strength in its temperature dependence, the slower secondary relaxation process is attributed to molecular fluctuation of ion pairs (sodium and carboxylate ions) while the localized motion of the carboxylate anion gives rise to the faster process observed.     

Investigation of a hybrid thermochemical Cu–Cl cycle,carbon capturing,and ammonia production process

In this paper, a new integrated system is proposed consisting of four subsystems, including a Cu–Cl cycle, a carbon capture cycle (sodium-based sorbent), an ammonia production unit, and a methanation unit. Carbon capturing cycle with sodium-based sorbent could adsorb 1.5 times more than other sorbents such as amine-based sorbent. Moreover, Cu–Cl cycle is one of the promising cycles in terms of economic and low temperature. Therefore, integrating these two cycles with ammonia and methane production unit is the novelty for this paper. Also, Aspen plus software was used to simulate the developed system to evaluate the process of the system. Moreover, sensitivity analysis and mass/energy balance are performed for the developed systems through the simulation. The energy required to capture carbon dioxide was found to be 6.313 MW per kg of CO₂, and the overall efficiency of the system is equal to 19.6%.

     

Colloidal Supercapattery: Redox Ions in Electrode and Electrolyte

Redox chemistry is the cornerstone of various electrochemical energy conversion and storage systems, associated with ion diffusion process. To actualize both high energy and power density in energy storage devices, both multiple electron transfer reaction and fast ion diffusion occurred in one electrode material are prerequisite. The existence forms of redox ions can lead to different electrochemical thermodynamic and kinetic properties. Here, we introduce novel colloid system, which includes multiple varying ion forms, multi‐interaction and abundant redox active sites. Unlike redox cations in solution and crystal materials, colloid system has specific reactivity‐structure relationship. In the colloidal ionic electrode, the occurrence of multiple‐electron redox reactions and fast ion diffusion leaded to ultrahigh specific capacitance and fast charge rate. The colloidal ionic supercapattery coupled with redox electrolyte provides a new potential technique for the comprehensive use of redox ions including cations and anions in electrode and electrolyte and a guiding design for the development of next‐generation high performance energy storage devices.     

Deciphering an Abnormal Layered‐Tunnel Heterostructure Induced by Chemical Substitution for the Sodium Oxide Cathode

Demands for large‐scale energy storage systems have driven the development of layered transition‐metal oxide cathodes for room‐temperature rechargeable sodium ion batteries (SIBs). Now, an abnormal layered‐tunnel heterostructure Na_0.44Co_0.1Mn_0.9O₂ cathode material induced by chemical element substitution is reported. By virtue of beneficial synergistic effects, this layered‐tunnel electrode shows outstanding electrochemical performance in sodium half‐cell system and excellent compatibility with hard carbon anode in sodium full‐cell system. The underlying formation process, charge compensation mechanism, phase transition, and sodium‐ion storage electrochemistry are clearly articulated and confirmed through combined analyses of in situ high‐energy X‐ray diffraction and ex situ X‐ray absorption spectroscopy as well as operando X‐ray diffraction. This crystal structure engineering regulation strategy offers a future outlook into advanced cathode materials for SIBs.     

Deciphering an Abnormal Layered-Tunnel Heterostructure Induced by Chemical Substitution for the Sodium Oxide Cathode

Demands for large-scale energy storage systems have driven the development of layered transition-metal oxide cathodes for room-temperature rechargeable sodium ion batteries (SIBs). Now, an abnormal layered-tunnel heterostructure Na_0.44Co_0.1Mn_0.9O₂ cathode material induced by chemical element substitution is reported. By virtue of beneficial synergistic effects, this layered-tunnel electrode shows outstanding electrochemical performance in sodium half-cell system and excellent compatibility with hard carbon anode in sodium full-cell system. The underlying formation process, charge compensation mechanism, phase transition, and sodium-ion storage electrochemistry are clearly articulated and confirmed through combined analyses of in situ high-energy X-ray diffraction and ex situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy as well as operando X-ray diffraction. This crystal structure engineering regulation strategy offers a future outlook into advanced cathode materials for SIBs.     

原位透射电镜研究正交相五氧化二铌纳米片的电化学储钠机制

由于正交相五氧化二铌(T-Nb₂O₅)为ReO₃型层状结构,锂、钠离子可以在其(001)平面快速脱嵌,而在[001]方向的传输一般较难。本研究通过原位透射电子显微镜(Transmission Electron Microscope,TEM)方法研究钠在T-Nb₂O₅纳米片(001)面内及[001]方向的钠离子电化学嵌入行为,发现由于纳米片晶体存在大量的位错和畴界,钠离子可通过这些缺陷穿越(001)面扩散,并进而在深层的(001)面内快速扩散。同时,本研究还发现刚合成的T-Nb₂O₅纳米片在[001]方向上存在调制结构,存在交替分布的压应变和张应变区域,而钠离子的嵌入可以调节这些应变分布。     

A Comprehensive Review of Lithium-Ion Capacitor Technology: Theory,Development, Modeling,Thermal Management Systems,and Applications

This review paper aims to provide the background and literature review of a hybrid energy storage system (ESS) called a lithium-ion capacitor (LiC). Since the LiC structure is formed based on the anode of lithium-ion batteries (LiB) and cathode of electric double-layer capacitors (EDLCs), a short overview of LiBs and EDLCs is presented following the motivation of hybrid ESSs. Then, the used materials in LiC technology are elaborated. Later, a discussion regarding the current knowledge and recent development related to electro-thermal and lifetime modeling for the LiCs is given. As the performance and lifetime of LiCs highly depends on the operating temperature, heat transfer modeling and heat generation mechanisms of the LiC technology have been introduced, and the published papers considering the thermal management of LiCs have been listed and discussed. In the last section, the applications of LiCs have been elaborated.     

Splitting water with cobalt

The future of energy supply depends on innovative breakthroughs regarding the design of cheap, sustainable, and efficient systems for the conversion and storage of renewable energy sources, such as solar energy. The production of hydrogen, a fuel with remarkable properties, through sunlight-driven water splitting appears to be a promising and appealing solution. While the active sites of enzymes involved in the overall water-splitting process in natural systems, namely hydrogenases and photosystem II, use iron, nickel, and manganese ions, cobalt has emerged in the past five years as the most versatile non-noble metal for the development of synthetic H(2)- and O(2)-evolving catalysts. Such catalysts can be further coupled with photosensitizers to generate photocatalytic systems for light-induced hydrogen evolution from water.     

Dual-Function Presodiation with Sodium Diphenyl Ketone towards Ultra-stable Hard Carbon Anodes for Sodium-Ion Batteries

Hard carbon (HC) is a promising anode material for sodium-ion batteries, yet still suffers from low initial Coulombic efficiency (ICE) and unstable solid electrolyte interphase (SEI). Herein, sodium diphenyl ketone (Na-DK) is applied to realize dual-function presodiation for HC anodes. It compensates the irreversible Na uptake at the oxygen-containing functional groups and reacts with carbon defects of five/seven-membered rings for quasi-metallic sodium in HC. The as-formed sodium induces robust NaF-rich SEI on HC in 1.0 M NaPF₆ in diglyme, favoring the interfacial reaction kinetics and stable Na⁺ insertion and extraction. This renders the presodiated HC (pHC) with high ICE of ≈100 % and capacity retention of 82.4 % after 6800 cycles. It is demonstrated to couple with Na₃V₂(PO₄)₃ cathodes in full cells to show high capacity retention of ≈100 % after 700 cycles. This work provides in-depth understanding of chemical presodiation and a new strategy for highly stable sodium-ion batteries.     

L'hydrogene pour le transport sur route : réalisations et développements

Hydrogen for road transportation : achievements and developments. At the beginning of this millenium, hydrogen appears as a potential energy carrier for the future. Thus, it could serve as a storage medium for renewable energy forms, which should play an increasing part in the world energy supply. In a closer future, hydrogen could also become a fuel for prospective fuel-cell and internal-combustion vehicles. We present here an inventory of the various technologies related to the use of hydrogen in road transportation : propulsion type (fuel cell and electric motor, or internal combustion engine), hydrogen production, on-board storage, infrastructure. Safety, standardization and regulation aspects will also be addressed. Presently, the majority of hydrogen buses are equipped with polymer membrane fuel cells (PEMFC), directly supplied with hydrogen from pressurized vessels (300 bars). On the other hand, car manufacturers are developing various types of experimental vehicles : internal-combustion engine cars with liquid hydrogen storage, fuel cell (PEMFC) cars with storage of hydrogen (liquid, gaseous, hydride) or of methanol. The type of required infrastructured will depend on the type of fuel chosen by the car makers and on the requirements of the oil companies. Several hydrogen supply stations, of different technologies, have already been set up. They deliver gaseous or liquid hydrogen produced by reforming of natural gas or by electrolysis. The building of a hydrogen-based fueling system requires the development of specific means of production, transportation, storage and delivery. Public acceptance will have to be won by guaranteeing safety, reliability, performance and competitivity. Presently, research and development work is mainly carried out on : on-board storage of hydrogen ; on-board systems for the production of hydrogen from methanol and petrol ; standardization and regulation.     

水系钠离子电池电极材料研究进展

随着太阳能、风能等可再生能源发电并网普及应用和智能电网建设,储能技术成为能源优化利用的核心技术之一。水系钠离子电池具有资源丰富、价格低廉等优势,作为未来电网储能的重要选择而成为近年来电化学储能技术前沿的研究热点。由于受到水的热力学电化学窗口限制及嵌钠反应的特殊性(例如溶液的pH值、氧的溶解等),以及容量、电化学电位、适应性及催化效应等,电极材料选择面临挑战,进而影响水系钠离子电池的应用。因此,电极材料成为水系钠离子电池的研究重点。本文简要概括了水系钠离子电池的特点,并对氧化物、聚阴离子化合物、普鲁士蓝类似物和有机物等电极材料体系的最新研究进展进行了总结,并概括了将来的发展方向,为推动水系钠离子电池的发展和能源优化研究奠定了基础。