Synthesis of polythiophene/graphite composites and their enhanced electrochemical performance for aluminum ion batteries

Zhao, Shimeng; Chen, Hạixia; Li, Jialin; Zhang, Jianxin

doi:10.1039/c9nj03626a

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“…polypyrene [79] 1.7 200 70 300 poly(nitropyrene-co-pyrene) [79] 1.7 200 94 1000 polythiophene/graphite [81] 0.5 5000 73 75.5 500…”

Section: Intercalation Mechanismmentioning

confidence: 99%

Progress and Trends in Nonaqueous Rechargeable Aluminum Batteries

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et al. 2022

Advanced Sustainable Systems

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that equipping Al negative electrode with decent positive electrodes, operable separator and excellent electrolyte to achieve transformation reversibly is an issue.Al-based batteries have been researched for more than 160 years, [20] including Al-air batteries and rechargeable aluminum batteries (RABs). The RABs can be divided into aqueous RABs and nonaqueous RABs according to the type of the electrolyte. Considering the low cyclic stability and inferior performance of the Al-air batteries [21] and the narrow potential window of the aqueous RABs [22][23] caused by the decomposition voltage of water (1.23 V), the above mentioned two systems aren't discussed in this paper. Security and the low cost of nonaqueous RABs are regarded as potential energy storage devices. The first functional RAB with Al as the negative electrode was reported in 2011, which exhibited an initial capacity of 305 mA h g −1 . But there was only ≈0.55 V of discharging voltage plateau. [24] In 2015, Sun et al. adopted carbon paper as the positive electrode in RABs creatively, which resulted in an improved average voltage plateau of 1.8 V, the potential application of RABs with prospective energy density aroused the interests of scholars and merchants. [25] In 2015, Lin et al. [26] assembled RABs with Al foil as the negative electrode, 3D graphitic foam as the positive electrode, AlCl 3 /[EMIm]Cl as the electrolyte. The RABs charged and discharged more than 7500 cycles at 4 A g −1 without capacity decay. Since then, many researchers have been turning their eyes to RABs. As can be seen in Figure 2, the positive electrode materials and electrolytes have been devoted increasing attentions year by year and the overall performance of RABs could be further improved by exploring new positive electrode materials and electrolytes. [27] RABs have been achieved great accomplishments after continuous investment. However, some issues are hampering the development of RABs. For instance, the blurry mechanism of RABs, the inferior energy density of the positive electrodes, and the difficulties brought up by corrosion of electrolytes. [28] In addition, the high cost of separators and electrolytes are challenges for commercialization. In this work, the developments of RABs are reviewed, covering exploration and characterization of the mechanism, design criteria, and research status of the components (positive electrodes, electrolytes, negative electrodes, separators, and current collectors) of RABs. Remarkably, the overall performance (energy density, cyclic stability, power density, security, ecofriendliness, and flexibility) of RABs are evaluated from the view of devices. The outlook for boosting the development of RABs is proposed subsequently. It is important to research new energy storage technology for substituting the deficiencies of current energy storage devices, i.e., the poor energy density of lead-acid batteries, the high cost of lithium-ion batteries, etc. Rechargeable aluminum batteries (RABs) are regarded as one of the most promising storage devic...

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“…polypyrene [79] 1.7 200 70 300 poly(nitropyrene-co-pyrene) [79] 1.7 200 94 1000 polythiophene/graphite [81] 0.5 5000 73 75.5 500…”

Section: Intercalation Mechanismmentioning

confidence: 99%

Progress and Trends in Nonaqueous Rechargeable Aluminum Batteries

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“…To build effective CP electrodes/probe, it is usually advisable to store a compact CP film at the electrode because its activity is hugely reliant upon this layer's depth; for example, the areal ED/PD (Wh/cm 2 , W/cm 2 ) or activating drive of a CP probe is equivalent to its thickness [95]. It has been noticed that the initiation of MWCNTs within the polymeric patterns increases the specific exterior area and recovers the electrical performance and mechanical characteristics [96].…”

Section: Polymer Materialsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Carbon-Based Polymer Nanocomposite for High-Performance Energy Storage Applications

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In recent years, numerous discoveries and investigations have been remarked for the development of carbon-based polymer nanocomposites. Carbon-based materials and their composites hold encouraging employment in a broad array of fields, for example, energy storage devices, fuel cells, membranes sensors, actuators, and electromagnetic shielding. Carbon and its derivatives exhibit some remarkable features such as high conductivity, high surface area, excellent chemical endurance, and good mechanical durability. On the other hand, characteristics such as docility, lower price, and high environmental resistance are some of the unique properties of conducting polymers (CPs). To enhance the properties and performance, polymeric electrode materials can be modified suitably by metal oxides and carbon materials resulting in a composite that helps in the collection and accumulation of charges due to large surface area. The carbon-polymer nanocomposites assist in overcoming the difficulties arising in achieving the high performance of polymeric compounds and deliver high-performance composites that can be used in electrochemical energy storage devices. Carbon-based polymer nanocomposites have both advantages and disadvantages, so in this review, attempts are made to understand their synergistic behavior and resulting performance. The three electrochemical energy storage systems and the type of electrode materials used for them have been studied here in this article and some aspects for example morphology, exterior area, temperature, and approaches have been observed to influence the activity of electrochemical methods. This review article evaluates and compiles reported data to present a significant and extensive summary of the state of the art.

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“…[ 25 ] These electrodes however could not surpass standard battery chemistries and reached a specific capacity of ≈100 mAh g −1 with an energy density of 44 Wh kg −1 , as the Coulombic efficiency decreases at a higher voltage. A polythiophene/graphite composite of the ratio 1:1 delivered a high capacity of 152.5 mAh g −1 at a current density of 500 mA g −1 , [ 53 ] which is deemed to have good electrochemical performance. The benefits of using polymers of organic molecules instead of lightweight organic materials such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.…”

Section: Current Status Of Experimental Investigations Of Albs Zibs and Kibsmentioning

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“…Of late certain organic materials and their conducting polymers have become the focal point in battery research. [ 25,53,54 ] Hudak, in one of the pioneering works on Al organic batteries, used polypyrrole and polythiophene as positive electrodes which could bind AlCl 4 anions. [ 25 ] These electrodes however could not surpass standard battery chemistries and reached a specific capacity of ≈100 mAh g −1 with an energy density of 44 Wh kg −1 , as the Coulombic efficiency decreases at a higher voltage.…”

Section: Current Status Of Experimental Investigations Of Albs Zibs and Kibsmentioning

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Recent Progress in Al‐, K‐, and Zn‐Ion Batteries: Experimental and Theoretical Viewpoints

2021

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Herein, recent advancements in battery materials’ research post‐Li‐ion era, from both the perspective of experimental investigations and theoretical analysis, are focused on. A plethora of materials family, which has been proven to be impactful for Al‐, K‐, and Zn‐ion batteries, leverages the advanced synthesis and characterization along with the first‐principles electronic structure calculations. However, the adequate amalgamation between experimental findings and theoretical study of materials’ properties needs to be well addressed. This paves the way to the present article, where the recent progress in Al, K, and Zn battery materials, with a common string of connections between experiment and theory, is critically reviewed. The advanced characteristics relevant to Al‐, Zn‐, and K‐ion battery technology, along with theoretical tools like molecular dynamics simulation, transition pathway, and voltage profiles, are discussed. It also sheds light on the treatment of solid−liquid interfaces and how one can achieve an optimum electrochemical performance for the next‐generation battery advancement. An extensive status quo of the Al‐, Zn‐, and K‐ion battery research would certainly be instrumental for the energy‐storage community, where one can perceive broader viewpoints in battery technology from fundamental understanding.

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Synthesis of polythiophene/graphite composites and their enhanced electrochemical performance for aluminum ion batteries

Abstract: The illustration of the electrochemical process for high capacity aluminum ion batteries based on polythiophene/graphite composite cathode materials.

Cited by 21 publications

References 52 publications

Progress and Trends in Nonaqueous Rechargeable Aluminum Batteries

Progress and Trends in Nonaqueous Rechargeable Aluminum Batteries

Carbon-Based Polymer Nanocomposite for High-Performance Energy Storage Applications

Recent Progress in Al‐, K‐, and Zn‐Ion Batteries: Experimental and Theoretical Viewpoints

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