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Multilayer composite foil materials for enhanced structural and electrochemical performance in lithium-ion batteries
Background
As the demand for sustainable energy storage solutions increases with the growth of portable electronics and electric vehicles, the need for enhanced energy storage systems becomes critical. To meet these demands, it is crucial to develop rechargeable batteries with enhanced performance, safety, and longevity.
Lithium-ion batteries are...
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Graphene-enhanced membranes for improved proton exchange membrane fuel cells
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Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFCs) are integral to advancing clean energy, offering high efficiency and low emissions for automotive power and stationary energy generation. However, widespread adoption of PEMFCs is hindered by several performance and durability challenges. Among these, hydrogen crossover—where hydrogen molecules...
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A class of anion redox active materials for rechargeable batteries
Background
The rapid evolution of battery technologies has ignited a fervent quest for safer, more efficient, and sustainable solutions. As lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) continue to dominate the market, concerns about the availability and cost of lithium resources have spurred interest in alternative battery chemistries. Among the emerging contenders,...
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Rechargeable battery electrolytes for extreme cycling conditions
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As the world increasingly relies on portable electronics, electric vehicles, and renewable energy storage, the demand for high-performance, reliable, and durable rechargeable batteries continues to grow. However, current lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) face significant challenges under extreme operating conditions, such as subzero temperatures,...
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Non-flammable electrolyte mixtures for high-stability alkali-metal batteries
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As the demand for sustainable energy storage solutions grows during the advancement of portable electronics and electric vehicles, there is a pressing need for enhanced energy storage systems. Alkali-metal batteries are a promising solution for energy storage due to their high energy-density capabilities. However, their widescale adoption...
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High-stability eutectic alloy anodes
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As the demand for sustainable energy storage solutions grows during the advancement of portable electronics and electric vehicles, there is a pressing need for enhanced rechargeable batteries. Metal alloy batteries are a promising solution for energy storage due to their high energy-density capabilities. However, their widescale adoption...
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Advanced electrode architectures for high-density and high-performance energy storage
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Global warming is largely driven by the release of greenhouse gas emissions through the burning of fossil fuels for various human activities, such as electricity, heat, and transportation. Among these, transportation contributed up to approximately 27% of the total CO2 emissions in the United States according to the Environmental Protection...
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Super-sodiophilic seeds for dendrite‑free sodium metal batteries
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As the demand for renewable energy sources and electric vehicles grows, there is a pressing need for efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective battery technologies. Sodium-metal batteries (SMBs) show great promise for energy storage applications due to the natural abundance and low cost of sodium compared to lithium. However, SMBs...
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Suspension electrolyte for lithium metal battery regeneration
Background
Lithium metal batteries (LMBs) hold immense promise for next-generation energy storage due to their potential for high energy density, surpassing current lithium-ion batteries. This advancement is crucial for meeting the growing demands of electric vehicles and portable electronics, where longer range and extended usage time are highly desirable....
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Toughened solid-state electrolytes
Background
Solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) are a critical component in the development of next-generation batteries, offering potential advantages in terms of safety and energy density. However, challenges such as low ionic conductivity, fracture susceptibility, and dendrite formation have hindered their widespread adoption.
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