Functionalized Separator Strategies toward Advanced Aqueous Zinc‐Ion Batteries

Abstract Aqueous zinc‐ion batteries (ZIBs) enjoy a good reputation for being safe, affordable to produce, and ecologically friendly due to the use of water‐based electrolytes. The main factors restricting the development of ZIBs, however, are the negative effects of dendrite deposition on the zinc anode and the dissolution of common cathodes such as Mn and V‐based cathodes. Various techniques have been used to address these issues, including regulating the electrolyte concentration or solvation structure, developing a coating or current collector to lessen anode dendrite growth, and improving the structural stability of the cathode. Recently, functionalized separator strategies have gained popularity as…

• AN
  Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation
• UO
  University of Wollongong
• NN
  National Natural Science Foundation of China

  Awards: 52102270, ZR2021QE002, 22272093
• NS
  Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province

  Awards: ZR2021MB127, ZR2021QE002
• QU
  Qingdao University
• AR
  Australian Research Council

  Award: DE200101384