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  • Materials Science
  • Electrochemistry
  • Battery Technology

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  • Prussian blue analogues (PBA) are promising cathodes for post-lithium batteries due to their open framework and high capacity.
  • PBAs facilitate cation intercalation via large interstitial sites, but these sites can also host water molecules.
  • Water's influence on PBA charging mechanisms and electrochemical performance remains poorly understood due to its non-electroactive nature.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the role of water molecules in the electrochemical behavior of PBA cathodes.
  • To understand cation-water dynamics during ion insertion/extraction in PBA electrodes.
  • To elucidate the impact of water on the charging mechanism of PBA-based post-lithium batteries.

Main Methods:

  • Electrochemical quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation monitoring (EQCM-D) was used to study NiPBA electrodes.
  • Electrochemical analysis in practical battery configurations was performed.
  • Advanced X-ray diffraction (XRD) measurements were employed to complement electrochemical data.

Main Results:

  • The study monitored the dynamics of water molecules within NiPBA electrodes during Na+, K+, and Cs+ insertion/extraction.
  • Electrochemical and XRD data provided insights into how water influences the intercalation process.
  • The findings highlight the significant, yet complex, role of water in PBA electrode performance.

Conclusions:

  • Water molecules play a critical role in the electrochemical performance of PBA cathodes.
  • Understanding cation-water interactions is essential for optimizing PBA electrode design for post-lithium batteries.
  • The employed methods offer a robust approach to studying water dynamics in electrode materials.