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Zinc–Bromine Rechargeable Batteries: From Device Configuration, Electrochemistry, Material to Performance Evaluation

https://doi.org/10.1007/s40820-023-01174-7
Norah S. Alghamdi
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
Masud Rana
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
Xiyue Peng
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
Yongxin Huang
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
Jaeho Lee
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
Jingwei Hou
School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
Ian R. Gentle
School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences, Faculty of Science, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
Lianzhou Wang
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia
Bin Luo
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN), The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia

Corresponding Author: Bin Luo

b.luo1@uq.edu.au

Nano-Micro Letters, Vol. 15 (2023), Article Number: 209

Abstract

Zinc–bromine rechargeable batteries (ZBRBs) are one of the most powerful candidates for next-generation energy storage due to their potentially lower material cost, deep discharge capability, non-flammable electrolytes, relatively long lifetime and good reversibility. However, many opportunities remain to improve the efficiency and stability of these batteries for long-life operation. Here, we discuss the device configurations, working mechanisms and performance evaluation of ZBRBs. Both non-flow (static) and flow-type cells are highlighted in detail in this review. The fundamental electrochemical aspects, including the key challenges and promising solutions, are discussed, with particular attention paid to zinc and bromine half-cells, as their performance plays a critical role in determining the electrochemical performance of the battery system. The following sections examine the key performance metrics of ZBRBs and assessment methods using various ex situ and in situ/operando techniques. The review concludes with insights into future developments and prospects for high-performance ZBRBs.


Highlights:
1 A comprehensive discussion of the recent advances in zinc–bromine rechargeable batteries with flow or non-flow electrolytes is presented.
2 The fundamental electrochemical aspects including the key challenges and promising solutions in both zinc and bromine half-cells are reviewed.
3 The key performance metrics of ZBRBs and assessment methods using various ex situ and in situ/operando techniques are also discussed.

Keywords

Zinc–bromine rechargeable batteries Cell configurations Electrochemical property Performance metrics Assessment methods
Alghamdi, Norah S., Masud Rana, Xiyue Peng, Yongxin Huang, Jaeho Lee, Jingwei Hou, Ian R. Gentle, Lianzhou Wang, and Bin Luo. 2023. “Zinc–Bromine Rechargeable Batteries: From Device Configuration, Electrochemistry, Material to Performance Evaluation”. Nano-Micro Letters 15 (August):209. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40820-023-01174-7.
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