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Prussian Blue Analogues for Non-Aqueous Sodium-Ion and Potassium-Ion Batteries: The Landscape From Lab-Scale
Yingkangzi Mei1, Charlie A F Nason1, Yang Xu1
1Department of Chemistry, University College London, London, UK.
Small (Weinheim an Der Bergstrasse, Germany)
|January 27, 2026
Summary
Prussian blue analogues (PBAs) show potential for potassium-ion and sodium-ion batteries. This review guides researchers on optimizing PBAs for practical, large-scale energy storage applications.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Electrochemistry
- Energy Storage
Background:
- Prussian blue analogues (PBAs) are cost-effective, structurally stable cathode materials for next-generation batteries.
- PBAs offer promising electrochemical properties for potassium-ion (PIBs) and sodium-ion batteries (SIBs).
- Current challenges hinder the practical application and scalability of PBAs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a roadmap connecting fundamental material properties with lab-scale optimization strategies for PBAs.
- To highlight critical factors influencing the real-world viability of PBAs in energy storage systems.
- To guide researchers in advancing PBAs toward scalable non-aqueous battery technologies.
Main Methods:
- Review of material-level fundamentals and lab-scale optimization techniques for PBAs.
- Evaluation of practical considerations including particle size, crystal water content, and safety.
- Analysis of factors affecting the real-world performance and scalability of PBAs.
Main Results:
- PBAs possess inherent advantages like simple synthesis and structural robustness.
- Key factors such as particle size, crystal water, and safety significantly impact PBA performance.
- Optimization strategies are crucial for overcoming intrinsic challenges and enhancing PBA viability.
Conclusions:
- PBAs are viable candidates for sustainable, next-generation potassium-ion and sodium-ion batteries.
- Addressing material-level challenges and practical considerations is essential for PBA implementation.
- This review offers insights for advancing PBAs towards scalable energy storage solutions.
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