Surface-modified anode current collectors via lithiophilic zinc-based bimetallic co-electrodeposition for lithium–metal batteries

Key Points

• The research aims to enhance lithium growth and cycling performance in lithium-metal batteries through surface modification of anodes.
• Utilized one-step copper-zinc co-electrodeposition on copper foil.
• Created tunable film and nano-branch structures.
• Evaluated lithiophilicity and cycling performance under specific conditions.
• Demonstrated improved lithiophilicity on modified copper foil.
• Achieved more stable lithium growth during battery cycling.
• Enhanced cycling performance observed in lithium-metal batteries.