The high theoretical capacity of transition metal-based compounds makes them promising candidates for lithium-ion battery (LIB) anodes. Among them, iron selenide (FeSe2) has attracted considerable interest because of its excellent electrical conductivity and superior lithium storage capacity. However, pristine FeSe2 suffers from rapid capacity fading and structural instability during repeated cycling. Thus, this study used a facile solvothermal method to synthesize a FeSe2@rGO composite with enhanced structural integrity and electrical conductivity. By incorporating reduced graphene oxide (rGO), the composite demonstrated improved charge transfer kinetics and mechanical robustness. Morphological and structural characterizations were performed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy analyses (XPS), which confirmed the successful formation of the composite and its uniform distribution. Electrochemical properties were evaluated using cyclic voltammetry (CV), galvanostatic charge-discharge, long-term cycling, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The optimized FeSe2@rGO electrode delivered a high reversible capacity of 971.95 mAhg-1 at 500 mAg-1 after 350 cycles. The underlying charge storage mechanism was investigated using scan rate-dependent CV, which revealed a dominant capacitivecontrolled contribution at higher scan rates. The study findings indicate that the FeSe2@rGO composite can serve as a high-performance anode material with excellent cycling stability and rate capability, providing a viable strategy for the development of advanced LIBs.

Fluorinated carbons ( CFX) are promising cathode materials for lithium primary batteries due to their high energy density, yet suffer from poor electronic conductivity. Manganese dioxide ( MnO2), on the other hand, offers superior rate capability, but limited capacity. Here, we design MnO2/ CFx hybrid cathodes by combining MnO2 with CFX materials synthesized at controlled fluorination levels (x = 0.4–1.0) to synergistically optimize both energy and power performance. Structural and spectroscopic analyses reveal that moderate fluorination (x = 0.6) induces a favorable balance of semi-ionic C–F and interfacial O–F bonds, enhancing electron delocalization and charge transfer at the MnO2/ CFX interface. In contrast, excessive fluorination (x ≥ 0.8) leads to the formation of electrochemically inert C–F2 and C–F3 species, suppressing redox kinetics. As a result, MnO2/ CFX-0.6 delivers a discharge capacity of 390 mAh g–1−1 at 0.05 C and retains 182 mAh g–1−1 at 4 C, outperforming both pristine MnO2 and other CFX variants. This work establishes interfacial fluorine bonding configuration, not just bulk F/C ratio, as a critical design parameter for high-performance hybrid cathodes.

Silicon based anode materials offer high theoretical capacity but suffer from severe volume expansion and unstable interfacial properties during repeated lithiation and delithiation, resulting in rapid performance degradation. In this study, a thin aluminum oxide coating layer was deposited on Si/SiOx Carbon anode materials using a powder atomic layer deposition (PALD) process to address these limitations. EDS mapping and XRD analyses confirmed the uniform formation of an amorphous aluminum oxide coating with increasing thickness as the deposition cycles increased. Electrochemical evaluation showed that the electrode coated with 5 PALD cycles exhibited approximately 78% higher capacity retention after 100 cycles at 1 A g-1 and a higher initial Coulombic efficiency compared to the bare electrode. The coated electrode also delivered approximately 22% higher capacity at a high current density of 5 A g-1, indicating enhanced rate capability. Cyclic voltammetry analysis revealed increased surface controlled reaction contributions and improved reaction kinetics. These results demonstrate that PALD derived aluminum oxide coatings effectively stabilize the electrode electrolyte interface and enhance the electrochemical performance of silicon based anodes, highlighting their potential for next generation high capacity lithium ion batteries. generation high capacity lithium ion battery anode materials.

Electric double-layer capacitors (EDLCs) have attracted significant interest as a promising energy storage solution because of their high-power density, exceptional charge/discharge cycle stability, and extended lifespan. Porous carbon is a key component of EDLCs given its outstanding chemical stability, high electrical conductivity, large specific surface area, and cost effectiveness. We fabricated porous carbon from oak wood as a raw material using an environment-friendly steam activation process (physical activation). Pretreatment (stabilization) was conducted using a mild acid (phosphoric acid) to achieve a high specific surface area and maintain structural stability. Oak wood-derived porous carbon (Oak-PC) produced with varying activation times following phosphate stabilization achieved high specific surface area (1050–1990 m2/ g), pore volume (0.44–0.95 cm3/ g), and carbonization yield (36%). Oak-PC retained ~ 90% of its performance at a high current density (10 A/g), demonstrating superior EDLC performance compared to that of commercial porous carbon. These results were attributed to the significant enhancement of the electrical properties of Oak-PCs, achieved by removing char through phosphate stabilization and strengthening bond stability. This study provides foundational data for developing sustainable energy storage technologies and enhancing the efficiency of next-generation energy storage systems by utilizing environmentfriendly biomass materials such as oak wood.

Lithium- and manganese-rich layered oxide (LMRO) is considered a promising cathode material for lithium-ion batteries owing to its high capacity and energy density. However, operation at a high voltage of 4.8 V leads to several issues including low Coulombic efficiency, poor cycle life, slow kinetics, and voltage decay due to spinel phase transition, hindering commercialization. Herein, we synthesized a cobalt-free LMRO cathode and studied the effect of Nb2O5 and Sb2O3 coating layers on electrochemical performance. The Nb2O5 coating facilitated the formation of a LiNbO3 layer, which enhanced the initial electrochemical performance, including Coulombic efficiency and energy density. Meanwhile, Sb2O3 not only coated the surface but also doped into the bulk structure, thereby increasing capacity and improving rate capability. Comparative analysis using materials with different structural solubility revealed how oxide coatings influenced lithium-ion transport and electrochemical behavior. This study highlights the importance of interfacial engineering for optimizing LMRO cathodes for high-performance lithium-ion batteries.

LiFePO4/C has been successfully synthesized using surfactant-assisted solid-state reaction method to investigate the effects of non-polar solvents on structural properties and electrochemical performance. Petroleum jelly, oleic acid, and sucrose were used as non-polar solvents, surfactants and carbon sources. The ratio of petroleum jelly and oleic acid were 0.5:1 (LFP A), 1:1 (LFP B), and 2:1 (LFP C). The XRD, FE-SEM, and HR-TEM results show that adding petroleum jelly in LFP C enhances crystallinity and improves the morphology of nanoplates in LiFePO4 material. The EDS and Raman Spectroscopy tests show that the higher addition of petroleum jelly increases carbon percentage and carbon layer defects. The highest Li-ion diffusion coefficient was calculated by LFP C of 4.21 × 10– 15 cm2. s−1. Furthermore, the highest discharge test results at 0.1 C of LFP A, LFP B, and LFP C were 125 mAh.g−1, 103 mAh.g−1, and 144 mAh.g−1, respectively. However, C-rate performance shows that the specific capacity of LFP A, LFP B, and LFP C at 5 C were 74 mAh.g−1, 35 mAh.g−1, and 59 mAh.g−1, respectively. The cyclability test results showed that LFP A capacity retention after testing for 100 cycles was better than LFP C, and the lowest stability was obtained by LFP B. The addition of petroleum jelly improved the performance of LiFePO4/ C but resulted in excess carbon in active material which decreased battery stability and specific capacity at high C-rate. Our results suggest that non-polar solvents can be added to LiFePO4/ C synthesis to improve electrochemical performance but less carbon chains must be chosen.

Oxyfluorination treatment was used to enhance the electrochemical properties of SiOx/C-based lithium-ion battery anode materials by improving the dispersibility of multi-walled carbon nanotubes, which are conductive materials. The dispersibility, chemical, and morphological characteristics of the oxyfluorinated carbon nanotubes were confirmed through various analyses. In addition, the effect of oxyfluorination was analyzed by a lithium-ion battery performance test, and the discharge capacity and cycling stability were significantly improved. The introduction of oxygen functional groups onto the surface of the carbon nanotubes improved their dispersibility. The fluorine functional groups also acted as catalysts for the introduction of these oxygen functional groups onto the surface and improved the cycling stability by forming a LiF-based solid electrolyte interphase layer. The high discharge capacity and improved cycling stability of these lithium-ion batteries were attributed to the enhanced dispersibility of carbon nanotubes induced by oxyfluorination and the resulting enhancement of the 3D network in the anode material promoting the movement of lithium ions and electrons.

Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are widely used as essential power sources for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Among various cathode materials, Li[Ni0.9Mn0.1]O2 (NM90) has gained significant attention for enhancing the performance of LIBs due to its high energy density and nontoxicity. However, increasing the nickel content introduces challenges, including structural instability and cation mixing. To address these issues, we propose a surface coating strategy using nitrogendoped carbon quantum dots (NCQDs). NCQDs provide high electrical conductivity and electrochemically active sites, so the NCQDs coating effectively enhanced both structural stability and electrical/ionic conductivity. The NCQDs were synthesized via a hydrothermal method, and NM90 were synthesized by co-precipitation. The fabricated NCQD/NM_5 electrode exhibited superior electrochemical properties, including a high initial capacity of 189.6 mAh/g, excellent rate performance, and an outstanding capacity retention of 81.5 % after 200 cycles in 1C. These superior results demonstrate that surface modification using the NCQDs strategy for Li[Ni0.9Mn0.1]O2 cathode materials will contribute to the further development of cycle stability and ultrafast performance in energy storage systems.

고체전해질은 높은 에너지 밀도와 안전성을 갖춘 차세대 리튬이온전지에 꼭 필요한 핵심 요소다. 이러한 고체전 해질의 제작을 위해서 기존 고체전해질의 낮은 이온전도도와 높은 계면저항 문제를 해결해야 한다. 본 연구에서는 강화된 이 온 전도성과 계면 안정성을 지닌 PVDF-HFP 고분자에 분산된 Li7La3Zr2O12 (LLZO) 나노와이어 복합체를 기반으로 하는 새 로운 전해질(PVDF-HFP/LLZO/SN, PHLS membrane)을 제안한다. PHLS에 용매 열압착(Sovlent heat press, SHP)을 통해 계 면 저항과 내부 공극이 감소된 PHLS-(SHP)는 30°C에서 2.06 × 10-4 S/cm의 높은 이온 전도도, 4.5 V (vs. Li/Li+)의 넓은 전 기화학적 전위 창, 리튬 금속과 전해질 사이의 안정된 계면 안정성을 나타냈다. 0.2 mA/cm2에서 수행된 Li 대칭 셀을 사용한 전기화학적 테스트에서 150 시간 이상 안정성을 유지하는 것으로 확인되었으며, 이는 당사의 복합 기반 고체 전해질을 활용 하여 전기화학적 성능이 향상되었음을 시사한다.

With the continuing advances in technology, electrical energy storage has become increasingly important. Among storage devices supercapacitors’ distinct qualities, such as a long lifespan, quick charge/discharge speeds, and high-power density, make them viable substitutes for traditional batteries. In this study a simple hydrothermal method was used to synthesize a h-MoO3/graphene oxide (GO) composite for such applications. The crystal structure, morphology, and chemical bonding were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), and Raman spectroscopy. XRD confirmed the hexagonal crystal structure, and no changes were observed after GO incorporation. The FESEM images revealed that the nanosheets of GO and hexagonal rods MoO3 were well coupled with the GO sheets. The electrochemical properties of the pure h-MoO3 and h-MoO3/GO composites were studied using cyclic voltammetry (CV), galvanostatic charge-discharge (GCD), and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The nanocomposite electrode demonstrated a specific capacitance of 134 Fg-1 at a current density of 3 mA/cm-2, an energy density of 26.8 Wh/kg-1, and power density of 560 W/kg-1 in an aqueous acidic electrolyte 1 M H2SO4, which is notably higher than that of pure MoO3. This indicates the promising electrochemical performance of MoO3/GO composite for supercapacitor applications. The enhanced capacitive performance may have resulted from the decrease in the charge transfer resistance (Rct), calculated from the Nyquist plot. Furthermore, the composite material exhibited stability and a capacitive retention of 76 % after 1,000 cycles. This confirms the benefits of incorporating GO to enhance material retention for better long-term results. The results of this study demonstrate its potential to advance energy storage technology. Maintaining the hexagonal crystal structure of h-MoO3 while incorporating GO improves the composite’s structural stability, an important factor for reliable long-term use. Moreover, the observed reduction in crystallite size due to the presence of GO suggests improved electrochemical performance.

In this study, carbon coating was carried out by physical vapor deposition (PVD) on SiOx surfaces to investigate the effect of the deposited carbon layer on the performance of lithium-ion batteries as a function of the asphaltene content of petroleum residues. The petroleum residue was separated into asphaltene-free petroleum residue (ASF) and asphaltene-based petroleum residue (AS) containing 12.54% asphaltene by a solvent extraction method, and the components were analyzed. The deposited carbon coating layer became thinner, with the thickness decreasing from 15.4 to 8.1 nm, as the asphaltene content of the petroleum residue increased, and a highly crystalline layer was obtained. In particular, the SiOx electrode carbon-coated with AS exhibited excellent cycling performance with an initial efficiency of 85.5% and a capacity retention rate of 94.1% after 100 cycles at a current density of 1.0 C. This is because the carbon layer with enhanced crystallinity had sufficient thickness to alleviate the volume expansion of SiOx, resulting in stable SEI layer formation and enhanced structural stability. In addition, the SiOx electrode exhibited the lowest resistance with a low impedance of 23.35 Ω, attributed to the crystalline carbon layer that enhanced electrical conductivity and the mobility of Li ions. This study demonstrated that increasing the asphaltene content of petroleum residues is the simplest strategy for preparing SiOx@C anode materials with thin, crystalline carbon layers and excellent electrochemical performance with high efficiency and high rate performance.

Transition metal oxide-based materials have mainly been studied as electrodes for energy storage devices designed to meet essential energy demands. Among transition metal oxide-based materials, hydrated vanadium pentoxide (V2O5 ‧ nH2O), a vanadium oxide material, has demonstrated great electrochemical performance in the electrodes of energy storage devices. Graphene oxide (GO), a carbon-based material with high surface area and high electrical conductivity, has been added to V2O5 ‧ nH2O to compensate for its low electrical conductivity and structural instability. Here, V2O5 ‧ nH2O/GO nanobelts are manufactured with water without adding acid to ensure that the GO is uniformly dispersed, using a microwave-assisted hydrothermal synthesis. The resulting V2O5 ‧ nH2O/GO nanobelts exhibited a high specific capacitance of 206 F/g and more stable cycling performance than V2O5 ‧ nH2O without GO. The drying conditions of the carbon paper electrodes also resulted in more stable cycling performance when conducted at high vacuum and high temperature, compared with low vacuum and room temperature conditions. The improvement in electrochemical performance due to the addition of GO and the drying conditions of carbon paper electrodes indicate their great potential value as electrodes in energy storage devices.

Supercross-linked polymers are widely used as carbon precursor materials due to their abundant carbon sources and low cost. In this paper, a supercross-linked polymer was prepared by the solvothermal method. The supercross-linked polymer as a precursor and the PPyC-800-A was synthesized by activating this with KOH. The microstructure, structure, and electrochemical performances of porous carbon PPyC-800-A were studied at different of temperature and carbon alkali ratio. According to the results, the porous carbon PPyC-800-1:2 is mainly composed of a stack of spherical particles with a high surface area of 1427.03 m2 g− 1, an average pore diameter of 2.32 nm, and a high specific capacitance of 217.7 F g− 1 at a current density of 1.0 A g− 1 in a 6 M KOH electrolyte. It’s retention rate is 97.58% after 5000 constant current charges and discharges. With a specific capacitance decay rate of 21.91 percent, an energy density of 11.96 Wh kg− 1, and a power density of 500.0 W kg− 1, the current density rises from 1.0 A g− 1 to 10.0 A g− 1, exhibiting remarkable electrochemical properties, cycling stability, and energy production performance This study contributes experimental ideas to the field of supercrosslinked polymer-derived carbon materials and energy storage.

리튬 금속 기반 전극의 높은 용량에도 불구하고, 제어가 어려운 덴드라이트 성장은 낮은 쿨롱 효율, 안전 문제를 야기해, 리튬금속 배터리의 상용화를 제한한다. 본 연구에서는 압전 복합체인 BaTiO3/PVDF (BTO@PVDF) 기반 보호층을 리튬금속에 코팅, 덴드라이트에 의한 부피팽창으로 발생한 변형을 분극을 이용하여, 리튬 금속 전극의 안정성 및 성능을 향상 하고자 한다. 이를 통해, 균일한 리튬이온의 증착이 가능해졌으며, BTO@PVDF 전극은 100 사이클 동안 약 98.1% 이상의 쿨 롱 효율을 나타내었다. 또한, CV를 통해 향상된 리튬이온의 확산계수(DLi+) 증가를 보였으며, 본 연구에서 제시된 전략은 리 튬 금속 전극의 성능 향상에 새로운 길을 나타내준다.