Electrodeposition Technologies for Li‐Based Batteries: New Frontiers of Energy Storage. Issue 27 (30th September 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Pu, Jun; Shen, Zihan; Zhong, Chenglin; Zhou, Qingwen; Liu, Jinyun; Zhu, Jia; Zhang, Huigang
• Is Part Of: Advanced materials. Volume 32:Issue 27(2020)
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• Publication Date: 2019-09-30
• Subjects: electrode materials -- electrodeposition -- flexible batteries -- lithium batteries -- nanostructures; Materials -- Periodicals; Chemical vapor deposition -- Periodicals; 620.11
• DOI: 10.1002/adma.201903808
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0935-9648

Abstract

Abstract: Electrodeposition induces material syntheses on conductive surfaces, distinguishing it from the widely used solid‐state technologies in Li‐based batteries. Electrodeposition drives uphill reactions by applying electric energy instead of heating. These features may enable electrodeposition to meet some needs for battery fabrication that conventional technologies can rarely achieve. The latest progress of electrodeposition technologies in Li‐based batteries is summarized. Each component of Li‐based batteries can be electrodeposited or synthesized with multiple methods. The advantages of electrodeposition are the main focus, and they are discussed in comparison with traditional technologies with the expectation to inspire innovations to build better Li‐based batteries. Electrodeposition coats conformal films on surfaces and can control the film thickness, providing an effective approach to enhancing battery performance. Engineering interfaces by electrodeposition can stabilize the solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) and strengthen the adhesion of active materials to substrates, thereby prolonging the battery longevity. Lastly, a perspective of future studies on electrodepositing batteries is provided. The significant merits of electrodeposition should greatly advance the development of Li‐based batteries. Abstract : Electrodeposition induces material syntheses on conductive surfaces and demonstrates the advantages of controlling material thickness, engineering interfaces, and realizing a conformal coating. These features may enable electrodeposition to meet some needs for battery fabrication that conventional technologies can rarely achieve. The latest progress in electrodeposition technologies for Li‐based batteries is summarized.