Low-cost green synthesis of zinc sponge for rechargeable, sustainable batteries
Brandon J. Hopkins, Christopher N. Chervin, Megan B. Sassin, Jeffrey W. Long, Debra R. Rolison, Joseph F. Parker
Abstract
We show that zinc (Zn) batteries are the lowest cost and most energy dense of rechargeable batteries that rely on abundant, low-risk elements. We advance Zn batteries with a green synthesis that lowers the cost and boosts the performance of rechargeable Zn electrodes.
Topics & Concepts
ZincSpongeMaterials scienceNanotechnologyEnergy storageElectrochemistryProduction costElectrodeChemistryMetallurgyEngineeringPhysicsGeologyPaleontologyMechanical engineeringPower (physics)Quantum mechanicsPhysical chemistryAdvanced battery technologies researchAdvancements in Battery MaterialsAdvanced Battery Technologies Research