Energy Conversion Materials/Devices and Their Applications

A special issue of Micromachines (ISSN 2072-666X). This special issue belongs to the section "D:Materials and Processing".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2024 | Viewed by 824

Special Issue Editors

School of Energy and Power Engineering, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, China
Interests: clusteroluminescence materials; carbonized polymer dots; luminescent solar concentrators

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School of Energy and Power Engineering, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, China
Interests: carbon dots; organic solar cells; light-emitting diodes

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Guest Editor
School of Energy and Power Engineering, North University of China, Taiyuan 030051, China
Interests: electrochromic materials and devices; supercapacitors; Li/Zn-ions battery; electrolytes

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue, titled "Energy Conversion Materials/Devices and Their Applications", focuses on the research and development of advanced materials and devices for energy conversion applications. The primary goal is to address growing global energy demands and environmental concerns by exploring innovative solutions for more efficient energy conversion and storage. The Special Issue will feature high-quality original research articles and review articles written by leading experts in the field. The articles will spotlight the latest advancements in energy conversion materials, including novel materials synthesis methods, structural characterization, and property evaluation. Additionally, the Special Issue will cover the development of innovative devices, such as high-performance solar cells, fuel cells, and batteries, as well as their integration into energy systems for sustainable energy generation and storage. This Special Issue aims to inspire further research and innovations in the field, ultimately accelerating the transition towards a sustainable energy future.

Dr. Bin Liu
Dr. Yaling Wang
Dr. Lei Liu
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • photovoltaics
  • fuel cells
  • supercapacitors
  • batteries
  • luminescent solar concentrators
  • light-emitting diodes
  • optoelectronic materials
  • thermoelectric materials
  • luminescent materials
  • hydrogen energy materials
  • photocatalytic materials
  • photothermal materials
  • electrochromic materials and devices

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Review
Strategies for Enhancing the Stability of Lithium Metal Anodes in Solid-State Electrolytes
by Hanbyeol Lee, Taeho Yoon and Oh B. Chae
Micromachines 2024, 15(4), 453; https://doi.org/10.3390/mi15040453 (registering DOI) - 28 Mar 2024
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The current commercially used anode material, graphite, has a theoretical capacity of only 372 mAh/g, leading to a relatively low energy density. Lithium (Li) metal is a promising candidate as an anode for enhancing energy density; however, challenges related to safety and performance [...] Read more.
The current commercially used anode material, graphite, has a theoretical capacity of only 372 mAh/g, leading to a relatively low energy density. Lithium (Li) metal is a promising candidate as an anode for enhancing energy density; however, challenges related to safety and performance arise due to Li’s dendritic growth, which needs to be addressed. Owing to these critical issues in Li metal batteries, all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries (ASSLIBs) have attracted considerable interest due to their superior energy density and enhanced safety features. Among the key components of ASSLIBs, solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) play a vital role in determining their overall performance. Various types of SSEs, including sulfides, oxides, and polymers, have been extensively investigated for Li metal anodes. Sulfide SSEs have demonstrated high ion conductivity; however, dendrite formation and a limited electrochemical window hinder the commercialization of ASSLIBs due to safety concerns. Conversely, oxide SSEs exhibit a wide electrochemical window, but compatibility issues with Li metal lead to interfacial resistance problems. Polymer SSEs have the advantage of flexibility; however their limited ion conductivity poses challenges for commercialization. This review aims to provide an overview of the distinctive characteristics and inherent challenges associated with each SSE type for Li metal anodes while also proposing potential pathways for future enhancements based on prior research findings. Full article
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