The discovery of conductive ionic bonds in NiO/Ni transparent counter electrodes for electrochromic smart windows with an ultra-long cycling life
Qi Zhao, Jinkai Wang, Yuanyuan Cui, Xinghui Ai, Zhang Chen, Chuanxiang Cao, Feng Xu, Yanfeng Gao
Abstract
Conductive ionic bonds at the NiO/Ni interface for electrochromic smart windows are demonstrated. These special bonds not only have a positive effect on electron transport but also facilitate ion diffusion in particular.
Topics & Concepts
ElectrochromismNon-blocking I/OIonic bondingMaterials scienceElectrodeElectrical conductorIonic conductivityDiffusionIonElectrochromic devicesNanotechnologyChemistryComposite materialPhysical chemistryCatalysisOrganic chemistryElectrolytePhysicsThermodynamicsTransition Metal Oxide NanomaterialsGas Sensing Nanomaterials and SensorsConducting polymers and applications