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Recent Advances on Stretchable Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries for Wearable Electronics
1School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China.
Small (Weinheim an Der Bergstrasse, Germany)
|February 9, 2024
Summary
Stretchable aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) offer safe, low-cost, and high-performance power for wearable electronics. This review covers materials, configurations, and future prospects for advanced stretchable power sources.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Electrochemistry
- Energy Storage
Background:
- Wearable electronics require advanced, flexible power sources.
- Stretchable aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) are a promising solution due to safety, cost, and environmental benefits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of recent advancements in stretchable AZIBs.
- To analyze materials, configurations, and integrated functionalities for wearable applications.
Main Methods:
- Summarized materials and methods for stretchable components (current collectors, electrodes, electrolytes/separators, encapsulating layers).
- Analyzed different configurations: coplanar, fiber-shaped, and sandwiched.
- Highlighted integrated additional features for enhanced functionality.
Main Results:
- Detailed review of materials and fabrication techniques for stretchable AZIB components.
- Analysis of how different configurations impact performance and application suitability.
- Exploration of integrated functionalities beyond energy storage.
Conclusions:
- Stretchable AZIBs are a key technology for next-generation wearable electronics.
- Further research into materials, design, and integration is needed to overcome current challenges.
- Future prospects include enhanced performance and novel functionalities for diverse wearable applications.
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