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This study introduces a novel bi-catalytic matrix for all-solid-state sodium-sulfur (Na-S) batteries. This design enhances sulfur conversion kinetics, enabling stable cycling and high energy density for stationary energy storage.

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  • Electrochemistry
  • Energy Storage

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  • All-solid-state sodium-sulfur (Na-S) batteries offer high theoretical energy density and safety for stationary storage.
  • Challenges include controlling multiphase conversion and sluggish polysulfide redox kinetics, hindering practical application.
  • Tuning sulfur speciation pathways is crucial for efficient Na-S battery electrochemistry.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a matrix with separated bi-catalytic sites for controlled polysulfide transformation in Na-S batteries.
  • To enable tandem catalytic control over multi-step polysulfide conversion and quasi-solid reversible sulfur cycling.
  • To improve the electrochemical performance and stability of all-solid-state Na-S batteries.

Main Methods:

  • Design of a novel matrix featuring separated bi-catalytic sites: N, P heteroatom hotspots and PtNi nanocrystals.
  • Investigation of the catalytic roles of N, P sites for long-chain polysulfides and PtNi for Na2S4 to Na2S conversion.
  • Fabrication and testing of all-solid-state soft-package Na-S pouch cells.

Main Results:

  • N, P heteroatoms selectively catalyze long-chain polysulfide reduction.
  • PtNi nanocrystals facilitate direct and complete conversion of Na2S4 to Na2S.
  • Electrodeposited Na2S exhibits high reactivity and reversible conversion to S8 without passivation.
  • Stable cycling demonstrated in soft-package Na-S pouch cells.

Conclusions:

  • A tandem electrocatalytic quasi-solid sulfur conversion mechanism was achieved.
  • The bi-catalytic matrix design effectively controls sulfur speciation and kinetics.
  • The developed Na-S batteries show promising specific capacity and energy density for practical applications.