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Batteries and energy storage in 2024
Exploring the frontiers of energy: Diving into fast growing research themes moving the world towards a just energy transition
Batteries and energy storage is a fast growing area in energy research, a trajectory that is expected to continue. Global energy storage requirements will reach 10,000 gigawatt-hours by 2040—50 times the size of the current market, according to a joint study conducted by the European Patent Office and the International Energy Agency.
This field is highly interdisciplinary, comprising research in energy, electrochemistry, chemical engineering, engineering, physics and materials science.
Reflecting the growth and breadth in this field, we invite you to explore a virtual special issue of articles organised by high-growth research themes. This collection aims to show you articles in your field that you may be interested to read, and to help you discover topics covered by these journals that may be of interest for your next submission.
Facile preparation of Zr@carbon electrodes based on polyimide/UiO-66 composites for supercapacitors opens in new tab/window Scientists have created Zr@C composite electrodes, a stable, high-performance material, promising for use in supercapacitor applications.
Secondary utilization of jujube shell bio-waste into biomass carbon for supercapacitor electrode materials study opens in new tab/window Researchers transformed waste jujube shells into a carbon source, creating high power, environmentally beneficial supercapacitor electrode materials.
Enhancing gravimetric and volumetric capacitance in supercapacitors with nanostructured partially graphitic activated carbon opens in new tab/window New nanostructured activated carbon improves supercapacitors' capacitance, offering a fresh perspective on electrode material development.
Electrochemistry Communications opens in new tab/window
A review on recycling of spent lithium-ion batteries opens in new tab/window
The review explores recycling options for spent lithium-ion batteries, emphasizing the importance of preventing environmental harm and conserving resources.
LiMn2O4 – MXene nanocomposite cathode for high-performance lithium-ion batteries opens in new tab/window
The paper explores a LiMn2O4-MXene nanocomposite as a potential high-performance cathode material for lithium-ion batteries.
Fast method for calibrated self-discharge measurement of lithium-ion batteries including temperature effects and comparison to modelling opens in new tab/window The article presents a method for accurately measuring and understanding the self-discharge behaviour of lithium-ion batteries, considering temperature effects.
Energy Reports opens in new tab/window
Li-growth and SEI engineering for anode-free Li-metal rechargeable batteries: A review of current advances opens in new tab/window Review discusses advances in Li-metal battery systems, focusing on anode-free versions, dendrite-growth challenges, and solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) optimization techniques.
Direct recovery: A sustainable recycling technology for spent lithium-ion battery opens in new tab/window Direct recovery, a sustainable recycling technology for spent Li-ion batteries, focusing on regeneration strategies and degradation mechanisms.
A tandem electrocatalyst with dense heterointerfaces enabling the stepwise conversion of polysulfide in lithium-sulfur batteries opens in new tab/window Researchers use Mo-Ni bimetal sulfide catalysts to control multi-step reactions in lithium-sulfur batteries, enhancing performance and durability.
Energy Storage Materials opens in new tab/window
Influence of temperature, state of charge and state of health on the thermal parameters of lithium-ion cells: Exploring thermal behavior and enabling fast-charging opens in new tab/window The study investigates how temperature, state of charge, and state of health influence thermal parameters in lithium-ion cells.
Future Batteries opens in new tab/window
Hybrid energy storage system and management strategy for motor drive with high torque overload opens in new tab/window A new battery-supercapacitor hybrid energy storage system for small-size motors, increasing output while reducing weight, is proposed.
Multi-objective architecture for strategic integration of distributed energy resources and battery storage system in microgrids opens in new tab/window Exploring a novel framework for optimal renewable energy integration and battery operation in microgrids, enhancing efficiency and stability.
Experimental and numerical study of lithium-ion battery thermal management system using composite phase change material and liquid cooling opens in new tab/window
The study investigates using composite phase change material and liquid cooling in lithium-ion battery thermal management systems.
Journal of Energy Storage opens in new tab/window
Interfaces and interphases in batteries opens in new tab/window This perspective discusses the evolution and importance of interfaces and interphases in batteries, emphasizing lithium-ion battery technology.
Flexible SnSe2/N-doped porous carbon-fiber film as anode for high-energy-density and stable sodium-ion batteries opens in new tab/window A flexible SnSe2/N-doped porous carbon-fiber film is developed as a high-performance, stable anode for sodium-ion batteries.
Sb and O dual doping of Chlorine-rich lithium argyrodite to improve air stability and lithium compatibility for all-solid-state batteries opens in new tab/window
Incorporating Sb and O doping in lithium argyrodite improves air stability and lithium compatibility for all-solid-state batteries.
Journal of Power Sources opens in new tab/window
Regulating the specific surface area and porous structure of carbon for high performance supercapacitors opens in new tab/window A simple strategy was developed to regulate the specific surface area and porous structure of carbon, improving supercapacitor performance.
Co-precipitation reaction: A facile strategy for designing hierarchical porous carbon nanosheets for EDLCs and zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitors opens in new tab/window Researchers used a Fe-based template strategy to create hierarchical porous carbon electrode materials, improving supercapacitor and energy storage performance.
Designed synthesis of yolk-shelled NiCo2O4/MnCo2O4 hollow sphere with boosted performance for supercapacitors opens in new tab/window
Yolk-shelled NiCo2O4/MnCo2O4 hollow spheres are designed for supercapacitors, showing high specific capacitance, durability and energy density.
Applied Surface Science opens in new tab/window
Fe-substituted SrCoO3 perovskites as electrode materials for wide temperature-tolerant supercapacitors opens in new tab/window Fe-substituted SrCoO3 perovskites were synthesized and tested for supercapacitor applications, showing improved electrochemical performance across temperature ranges.
Hydrothermal synthesis of graphene oxide interspersed in non-uniform tungsten oxide nanorod and its performance towards highly efficient hybrid supercapacitor opens in new tab/window
Researchers synthesized a hybrid graphene oxide/tungsten oxide nanostructure, exhibiting promising electrochemical properties for energy storage system applications.
Facile three-step strategy to design CdS@Bi2Se3 core-shell nanostructure: An efficient electrode for supercapacitor application opens in new tab/window
Using a simple strategy to design CdS@Bi2Se3 core-shell nanostructures, demonstrating improved electrochemical performance for supercapacitors.
Ceramics International opens in new tab/window
MnCo2S4 nanosheet arrays modified with vermicular polypyrrole for advanced free-standing flexible electrodes opens in new tab/window Solvothermal and electropolymerization technologies used to create high-performance, flexible electrodes for flexible supercapacitors (FSCs).
Preparation and electrochemical properties of cobalt aluminum layered double hydroxide/carbon-based integrated composite electrode materials for supercapacitors opens in new tab/window Researchers enhanced cobalt aluminum layered double hydroxide/carbon composites' electrochemical properties, promising for high-performance supercapacitor electrodes.
Flexible Ti3C2Tx MXene/polypyrrole composite films for high-performance all-solid asymmetric supercapacitors opens in new tab/window
Scientists developed flexible MXene/polypyrrole composite films for asymmetric supercapacitors, promising for wearable devices.
Electrochimica Acta opens in new tab/window
In-situ formation of morphology-controlled cobalt vanadate on CoO urchin-like microspheres as asymmetric supercapacitor electrode opens in new tab/window Researchers achieved controllable synthesis of cobalt vanadate on 3D CoO microspheres, optimizing electrochemical performance for supercapacitor electrode materials.
Synergistic effect of carbon nanotube and tri-metallic MOF nanoarchitecture for electrochemical high-performance asymmetric supercapacitor applications and their charge storage mechanism opens in new tab/window Researchers combined carbon nanotubes with a tri-metallic MOF to create high-performance, stable materials for asymmetric supercapacitor applications.
A novel hierarchical core-shell structure of NiCo2O4@NiCo-LDH nanoarrays for higher-performance flexible all-solid-state supercapacitor electrode materials opens in new tab/window A 3D NiCo2O4@NiCo-LDH core-shell structure shows improved electrochemical properties, promising for higher-performance flexible all-solid-state supercapacitor electrode materials.
Journal of Alloys and Compounds opens in new tab/window
Three-dimensional flower-like nanocomposites based on ZnO/NiO as effective electrode materials for supercapacitors opens in new tab/window
3D flower-like ZnO/NiO nanocomposites developed as effective, stable electrode materials for supercapacitors, exhibiting improved supercapacitor properties.
Impact of ZnO on structural and electrochemical properties of silver spinel ferrites for asymmetric supercapacitors opens in new tab/window Silver spinel ferrite composites, particularly AgFe2O4@10%ZnO, show promising electrochemical properties as potential electrode material for supercapacitor applications.
Hierarchical 2D MnO2@1D mesoporous NiTiO3 core-shell hybrid structures for high-performance supercapattery electrodes: Theoretical and experimental investigations opens in new tab/window Researchers have developed a high-performance supercapattery electrode, using 2D MnO2 and 1D NiTiO3 core-shell structures, providing increased energy and conductivity.
Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry opens in new tab/window
Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis of supercapacitors: A review opens in new tab/window
Providing a SWOT analysis of supercapacitors in energy storage systems, discussing challenges and future prospects.
A rational preparation strategy of phase tuned MoO3 nanostructures for high-performance all-solid asymmetric supercapacitor opens in new tab/window The article explores a novel strategy for creating phase-tuned MoO3 nanostructures, beneficial for high-performance solid-state supercapacitors.
Recent advances and key opportunities on in-plane micro-supercapacitors: From functional microdevices to smart integrated microsystems opens in new tab/window
The review discusses recent advances in planar micro-supercapacitors, focusing on their functionalities and applications in smart microsystems.
Journal of Energy Chemistry opens in new tab/window
Artificial intelligence for solid oxide fuel cells: Combining automated high accuracy artificial neural network model generation and genetic algorithm for time-efficient performance prediction and optimization opens in new tab/window
Combining artificial neural networks and genetic algorithms, researchers efficiently predicted and optimized solid oxide fuel cell performance.
An open source framework for advanced Multi-physics and multiscale modelling of solid oxide fuel cells opens in new tab/window
Researchers developed an open-source platform for advanced multi-physics and multiscale modelling of solid oxide fuel cells using OpenFOAM.
Enhanced operational performance of PEM fuel cells with Porous-Carbon catalyst support: A multiscale modeling approach opens in new tab/window A unified agglomerate model proposed for PEM fuel cells reveals meso-porous carbon supports can optimize catalyst use and performance.
Energy Conversion and Management opens in new tab/window
Solid oxide fuel cell: Decade of progress, future perspectives and challenges opens in new tab/window Highlighting recent advances, challenges, and future prospects of solid oxide fuel cells, emphasizing their high efficiency.
Development of lanthanum strontium cobalt ferrite perovskite electrodes of solid oxide fuel cells – A review opens in new tab/window Examining the development and challenges of lanthanum strontium cobalt ferrite perovskite electrodes in solid oxide fuel cells.
Trends in research and development of protonic ceramic electrolysis cells opens in new tab/window The article reviews recent advancements in hydrogen production using protonic ceramic electrolysis cells (PCECs) as energy conversion systems.
International Journal of Hydrogen Energy opens in new tab/window
One year operation of an anion exchange membrane water electrolyzer utilizing Aemion+® membrane: Minimal degradation, low H2 crossover and high efficiency opens in new tab/window An anion exchange membrane water electrolyzer operated over a year, showing minimal degradation, low H2 crossover, and high efficiency.
Measurement of liquid water distribution in GDL under cross-flow-inducing parallel flow field using operando synchrotron X-ray radiography opens in new tab/window Researchers successfully correlated performance enhancement in a polymer electrolyte fuel cell with the amount of liquid water in a GDL.
Forecasting the remaining useful life of proton exchange membrane fuel cells by utilizing nonlinear autoregressive exogenous networks enhanced by genetic algorithms opens in new tab/window A new method for predicting fuel cell lifespan using genetic algorithms and nonlinear autoregressive neural networks.
Journal of Power Sources Advances opens in new tab/window
Power to heat: Opportunity of flexibility services provided by building energy systems opens in new tab/window The article explores the potential of buildings as energy producers through flexibility services and power-to-heat technology optimization.
Impacts of battery energy storage technologies and renewable integration on the energy transition in the New York State opens in new tab/window The impact of battery energy storage systems on renewable energy integration and energy transition in New York State.
Efficiency and optimal load capacity of E-Fuel-Based energy storage systems opens in new tab/window The study evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of various "Power-to-X-to-Power" pathways for large-scale renewable electricity storage.
Advances in Applied Energy opens in new tab/window
Innovative approaches for deep decarbonization of data centers and building space heating networks: Modeling and comparison of novel waste heat recovery systems for liquid cooling systems opens in new tab/window Innovative heat recovery systems for data centers, reducing CO2 emissions and achieving significant energy efficiency.
District heating potential in the EU-27: Evaluating the impacts of heat demand reduction and market share growth opens in new tab/window The study evaluates the potential impact of district heating expansion and heat demand reduction on EU's energy requirements by 2050.
Potential of applying the thermochemical recuperation in combined cooling, heating and power generation: Optimized recuperation regulation with syngas storage opens in new tab/window A thermochemical recuperation (TCR) with syngas storage method is proposed to optimize combined cooling, heating, and power (CCHP) systems.
Applied Energy opens in new tab/window
Potential of phase change materials and their effective use in solar thermal applications: A critical review opens in new tab/window The review explores the potential of phase change materials (PCM) in improving the performance of solar thermal systems.
Numerical investigation of magneto-thermal-convection impact on phase change phenomenon of Nano-PCM within a hexagonal shaped thermal energy storage opens in new tab/window Investigating the impact of a magnetic field on the melting process of paraffin within a thermal energy storage unit.
Effect of twisted fins on the melting performance of PCM in a latent heat thermal energy storage system in vertical and horizontal orientations: Energy and exergy analysis opens in new tab/window The study evaluates the performance enhancement of a latent heat thermal energy storage system using twisted fins in different orientations.
Applied Thermal Engineering opens in new tab/window
Optimization and thermo-economic performance of a solar-powered vapor absorption cooling system integrated with sensible thermal energy storage opens in new tab/window A study optimizes a solar-powered absorption cooling system with thermal energy storage, demonstrating cost-effectiveness and superior energy efficiency ratios.
Insulated concrete form foundation wall as solar thermal energy storage for Cold-Climate building heating system opens in new tab/window The study proposes insulated concrete form (ICF) foundation walls as an innovative solar thermal storage method for cold-climate buildings.
Optimal design and operation of solar energy system with heat storage for agricultural greenhouse heating opens in new tab/window Researchers developed an optimization framework for a solar energy system with heat storage for efficient agricultural greenhouse heating.
Energy Conversion and Management: X opens in new tab/window
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