A document-level information extraction pipeline for layered cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries ..read more

Chlorine bridge bond-enabled binuclear copper complex for electrocatalyzing lithium–sulfur reactions Here, the authors report a homonuclear cooper dual-atom electrocatalyst with high activity designed for synchronously boosting the sulfur and lithium evolutions ..read more

Balancing resistor-based online electrochemical impedance spectroscopy in battery systems: opportunities and limitations Alexander Blömeke and colleagues investigate the conditions under which the balancing resistors in battery systems can be used for impedance measurements. This helps to improve state estimation and results in safer and more sustainable battery systems ..read more

Hybridizing carbonate and ether at molecular scales for high-energy and high-safety lithium metal batteries Here, authors report a linear functionalized solvent through molecular hybridization. Complementary ethers and carbonates are integrated into a single molecule, exhibiting properties suited for high-energy and high safety lithium metal batteries ..read more

Mechanochemical synthesis of fluoride-ion conducting glass and glass–ceramic in ZrF ..read more

One of the major challenges in realizing lithium (Li)-metal batteries is the instability of Li metal in the electrolyte. Now, a study unveils the significant role of lithium oxide in protecting Li metal, thereby contributing to stable battery operation ..read more

Robotic synthesis decoded through phase diagram mastery Selection principles for precursors are decoded from phase diagrams and applied to the synthesis of inorganic oxide materials ..read more

External-pressure–electrochemistry coupling in solid-state lithium metal batteries Solid-state lithium metal batteries have the potential to meet energy density and safety requirements that current commercial Li-ion batteries cannot. Given their solid-state components, these batteries are subject to — and strongly affected by — external pressure during their manufacturing and operation. This Review examines the relationship between external pressure and electrochemical behaviour in these batteries ..read more

O on garnet electrolyte elucidated by ambient pressure X-ray spectroscopies (LLZO) is a promising solid electrolyte but suffers from severe surface degradation in air. Here, authors use mapping of resonant Auger spectroscopy and various ambient pressure X-ray spectroscopies to elucidate the dynamical evolution of CO ..read more

Aluminum corrosion–passivation regulation prolongs aqueous batteries life Aqueous batteries have a short lifespan due to Al current collector corrosion and Li loss from side reactions on the anode. Here, the authors propose a prototype of self-prolonging aqueous Li-ion batteries by introducing hydrolyzation-type anodic additives to regulate Al corrosion-passivation ..read more