Large-scale application of structural nanomaterials. To ensure the consistency of battery materials, it is necessary to optimize process parameters and develop efficient synthesis equipment to realize the size uniformity and high dispersion of structural nanomaterials with specific morphology.
2. Solid Electrolytes: The Heart of Solid-State Batteries The gradual shift to solid electrolytes has been influenced by the prior development of conventional lithium (Li) batteries, which have traditionally employed liquid electrolytes.
All-solid-state lithium metal batteries are particularly promising because they leverage the high theoretical capacity of the Li-metal anode, which has been cited for providing capacities as high as 3860 mAh g −1 in the context of energy storage systems.
Researchers have been exploring a variety of new materials, including ceramics, polymers, and composites, for their potential in solid-state batteries. These materials offer advantages like better stability and safety compared to traditional liquid electrolytes. Advances in fabrication methods have also been pivotal.
The review emphasizes the criticality of considering anode materials’ compatibility with solid-state batteries (SSBs). It underlines the importance of anode stability in solid-state environments to preserve the integrity of the solid electrolyte and avert degradation.
There are other nanomaterials—such as single-wall CNTs, graphene, and so on—used in small-volume or small-size batteries and supercapacitors. Decreased prices and increased confidence in safety (health, environmental, and operational) will open doors for a wider implementation of nanomaterials in energy storage technology.