Constructing highly reversible zinc batteries under high depth of discharge & current density conditions <i>via</i> quaternary ammonium cations modulating electric field force and competitive solvation
R. Zhang, Yongbo Fan, Jiayi Li, Zhiyong Liao, Zhuo Zhang, Peizhi Dong, Zexue Lin, Ning Yang, Huiqing Fan
Abstract
TMA + neutralizes negative charges on Zn deposits, optimizing Zn 2+ deposition and reducing the EDL electric field. It suppresses dendritic growth and competes with Zn 2+ for water molecules, enhancing the performance of symmetric cells under high DoD.
Topics & Concepts
SolvationAmmoniumElectric fieldZincCurrent densityBattery (electricity)ChemistryMaterials scienceInorganic chemistryMoleculePhysicsPower (physics)ThermodynamicsOrganic chemistryQuantum mechanicsAdvanced battery technologies researchElectrochemical Analysis and ApplicationsIonic liquids properties and applications