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Metal-Organic Frameworks Functionalized Separators for Robust Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries.
Yang Song1, Pengchao Ruan2, Caiwang Mao1
1School of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063009, People's Republic of China.
Nano-Micro Letters
|November 9, 2022
Summary
A novel metal-organic framework separator (UiO-66-GF) enhances aqueous zinc-ion battery stability. This material promotes dendrite-free zinc deposition and long cycle life for robust energy storage.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Electrochemistry
- Energy Storage
Background:
- Aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) are promising energy storage systems.
- Separator development is crucial for AZIB stability but often overlooked.
- Electrode and electrolyte advancements have outpaced separator research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a robust separator for improved AZIB performance.
- To investigate the role of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in separator functionality.
- To enhance electrode stability and dendrite suppression in AZIBs.
Main Methods:
- Modification of separators using Zr-based metal-organic framework (UiO-66-GF).
- Characterization of separator properties, including charge carrier transport and crystal plane orientation.
- Electrochemical testing of zinc symmetric cells and Zn|MnO2 cells using the modified separators.
Main Results:
- UiO-66-GF separators enhanced charge carrier transport and (002) crystal plane orientation.
- Zinc symmetric cells demonstrated reversible plating/stripping over 1650 hours at 2.0 mA cm⁻².
- Zn|MnO2 cells retained 85% capacity after 1000 cycles, indicating excellent long-term stability.
Conclusions:
- Multifunctional MOF-modified separators are effective for durable AZIBs.
- UiO-66-GF promotes dendrite-free zinc deposition and corrosion resistance.
- This work provides guidance for designing advanced separators for aqueous energy storage systems.
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