Electrodeposited Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework-8 Modified Zinc Anode Supported Over Porous Copper Structure for Rechargeable Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries

Key Points

• The aim is to develop a modified zinc anode using a zeolitic imidazolate framework to improve performance in zinc-ion batteries.
• Utilized electrodeposition to create a protective zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 layer on a zinc-copper structure.
• Fabricated anodes were tested in aqueous zinc-ion battery setups to evaluate their performance.
• The ZIF-8/Zn-Cu anode exhibited improved charge-discharge characteristics.
• Enhanced cycle stability and electrochemical performance were observed compared to bare Zn-Cu anodes.