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The role of electrocatalytic materials for developing post-lithium metal||sulfur batteries

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  • Chao Ye

    (The University of Adelaide)

  • Huan Li

    (The University of Adelaide)

  • Yujie Chen

    (The University of Adelaide)

  • Junnan Hao

    (The University of Adelaide)

  • Jiahao Liu

    (The University of Adelaide)

  • Jieqiong Shan

    (City University of Hong Kong)

  • Shi-Zhang Qiao

    (The University of Adelaide)

Abstract

The exploration of post-Lithium (Li) metals, such as Sodium (Na), Potassium (K), Magnesium (Mg), Calcium (Ca), Aluminum (Al), and Zinc (Zn), for electrochemical energy storage has been driven by the limited availability of Li and the higher theoretical specific energies compared to the state-of-the-art Li-ion batteries. Post-Li metal||S batteries have emerged as a promising system for practical applications. Yet, the insufficient understanding of quantitative cell parameters and the mechanisms of sulfur electrocatalytic conversion hinder the advancement of these battery technologies. This perspective offers a comprehensive analysis of electrode parameters, including S mass loading, S content, electrolyte/S ratio, and negative/positive electrode capacity ratio, in establishing the specific energy (Wh kg−1) of post-Li metal||S batteries. Additionally, we critically evaluate the progress in investigating electrochemical sulfur conversion via homogeneous and heterogeneous electrocatalytic approaches in both non-aqueous Na/K/Mg/Ca/Al||S and aqueous Zn||S batteries. Lastly, we provide a critical outlook on potential research directions for designing practical post-Li metal||S batteries.

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  • Chao Ye & Huan Li & Yujie Chen & Junnan Hao & Jiahao Liu & Jieqiong Shan & Shi-Zhang Qiao, 2024. "The role of electrocatalytic materials for developing post-lithium metal||sulfur batteries," Nature Communications, Nature, vol. 15(1), pages 1-12, December.
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