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Ultrasmooth and Dense Lithium Deposition Toward High-Performance Lithium-Metal Batteries.
Zhilin Yang1,2, Wei Liu1, Qian Chen1
1School of Materials Science and Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing, 100191, P. R. China.
Advanced Materials (Deerfield Beach, Fla.)
|January 15, 2023
Summary
This study introduces a novel 3D copper sulfide nanosheet structure for lithium-metal batteries (LMBs). This innovation enables stable, dendrite-free lithium deposition, enhancing battery performance and longevity.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Electrochemistry
- Energy Storage
Background:
- Lithium-metal batteries (LMBs) are crucial for next-generation energy storage.
- Achieving stable solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) and dendrite-free lithium deposition remains a key challenge.
- Developing advanced electrode architectures is essential for improving LMB performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To fabricate vertically aligned 3D Cu2S nanosheet arrays on copper foil for LMBs.
- To investigate the lithium deposition behavior and SEI formation on the 3D nanostructure.
- To evaluate the electrochemical performance and cycling stability of LMBs utilizing this novel architecture.
Main Methods:
- Fabrication of 3D Cu2S nanosheet arrays on Cu foil via in-situ generation.
- Electrochemical testing of lithium deposition and stripping in half-cells and full-cells.
- Analysis of lithium morphology and SEI characteristics using advanced techniques.
- Long-term cycling performance evaluation under various electrolyte conditions and temperatures.
Main Results:
- The 3D Cu2S structure facilitates a 3D-to-planar lithium deposition model with ultrathin Cu nanosheets and Li2S artificial SEI.
- Ultrasmooth and dense lithium deposition (≈53.0 µm at 10 mAh cm-2) was achieved with high reversibility.
- Achieved 1150 stable cycles (99.1% CE) in ether-based electrolytes and 300 cycles (98.8% CE) in carbonate electrolytes.
- Full cells with commercial cathodes demonstrated enhanced cyclability under demanding conditions (high cathode loading, lean electrolyte, low temperature).
Conclusions:
- The developed 3D Cu2S nanosheet array serves as an effective artificial SEI, promoting stable lithium metal anode performance.
- This approach significantly enhances the cycling stability and Coulombic efficiency of lithium-metal batteries.
- The findings offer a promising strategy for advancing high-performance and reliable energy storage devices.
