Achieving Reversible Zinc Electrodeposition through a Holistic Interfacial Energy Framework

Key Points

• This research aims to enhance the long-term stability of aqueous zinc metal batteries by addressing interfacial issues at the zinc anode.
• Analyzed interfacial processes impacting zinc electrodeposition.
• Identified conditions for minimizing dendritic growth and hydrogen evolution.
• Developed a holistic framework to optimize interfacial energy.
• Improved stability in zinc electrodeposition observed under various conditions.
• Reduced incidence of dendritic growth and hydrogen evolution reported.
• Demonstrated potential for enhanced performance in grid-scale energy storage.