Zwitterion-Engineered Covalent Organic Frameworks Achieving Record Proton Conductivity for High-Performance Proton Batteries

Key Points

• This research aims to develop efficient solid-state protonic electrolytes for proton batteries to enhance performance.
• Engineered zwitterion-modified covalent organic frameworks (COFs) to optimize proton conductivity.
• Evaluated performance through various electrochemical tests.
• Compared conductivity levels with standard materials.
• Achieved record proton conductivity levels, significantly higher than existing solid-state electrolytes.
• Demonstrated superior performance in proton battery applications with enhanced efficiency.
• Results indicated a promising breakthrough for sustainable energy storage solutions.