Nano-Micro Letters ›› 2024, Vol. 16 ›› Issue (1): 128-. doi: 10.1007/s40820-024-01355-y

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Progress on Transition Metal Ions Dissolution Suppression Strategies in Prussian Blue Analogs for Aqueous Sodium-/Potassium-Ion Batteries

Wenli Shu1,2,3, Junxian Li2,3, Guangwan Zhang2,3, Jiashen Meng2, Xuanpeng Wang1,3,4,*(), Liqiang Mai2,3,4,*()   

  1. 1 Department of Physical Science and Technology, School of Science, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, 430070, People’s Republic of China
    2 School of Materials Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology for Materials Synthesis, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan, 430070, People’s Republic of China
    3 Sanya Science and Education Innovation Park, Wuhan University of Technology, Sanya, 572000, People’s Republic of China
    4 Hubei Longzhong Laboratory, Wuhan University of Technology, Xiangyang Demonstration Zone, Xiangyang, 441000, People’s Republic of China
  • Received:2023-10-23 Accepted:2024-01-03 Online:2024-01-01 Published:2024-02-21
  • Contact: Xuanpeng Wang, Liqiang Mai

Abstract:

Aqueous sodium-ion batteries (ASIBs) and aqueous potassium-ion batteries (APIBs) present significant potential for large-scale energy storage due to their cost-effectiveness, safety, and environmental compatibility. Nonetheless, the intricate energy storage mechanisms in aqueous electrolytes place stringent requirements on the host materials. Prussian blue analogs (PBAs), with their open three-dimensional framework and facile synthesis, stand out as leading candidates for aqueous energy storage. However, PBAs possess a swift capacity fade and limited cycle longevity, for their structural integrity is compromised by the pronounced dissolution of transition metal (TM) ions in the aqueous milieu. This manuscript provides an exhaustive review of the recent advancements concerning PBAs in ASIBs and APIBs. The dissolution mechanisms of TM ions in PBAs, informed by their structural attributes and redox processes, are thoroughly examined. Moreover, this study delves into innovative design tactics to alleviate the dissolution issue of TM ions. In conclusion, the paper consolidates various strategies for suppressing the dissolution of TM ions in PBAs and posits avenues for prospective exploration of high-safety aqueous sodium-/potassium-ion batteries.

Key words: Prussian blue analogs, Transition metal ions dissolution, Suppression strategies, Aqueous sodium-ion batteries, Aqueous potassium-ion batteries