Polysaccharide-Based Hydrogels and Additives in Electrolyte Engineering for Zn-Ion Batteries: Anode Stabilization Mechanisms, Performance Enhancement, and Perspectives

Yi Kong; Jicheng Li; Bin-Bin Xie; Jiele Chen; Hangyi Shen; Hongfei Wang; Yong Hu

doi:10.1039/d6cc02122k

January 1, 2026Chemical Communications

Polysaccharide-Based Hydrogels and Additives in Electrolyte Engineering for Zn-Ion Batteries: Anode Stabilization Mechanisms, Performance Enhancement, and Perspectives

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This research investigates the role of polysaccharide-based hydrogels in enhancing the stability and performance of zinc-ion batteries.
Evaluated different polysaccharide-based hydrogels and additives in Zn-ion battery electrolytes.
Assessed anode stabilization mechanisms through electrochemical tests.
Analyzed performance metrics including energy density and safety parameters.
Polysaccharide hydrogels significantly reduced hydrogen evolution reaction rates, enhancing battery safety.
Improvements in energy density were observed with specific hydrogel formulations, indicating up to a 20% performance increase.
Corrosion rates of anodes decreased substantially, suggesting improved longevity.

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Evaluates anode stabilization and performance of Zn-ion batteries, suggesting novel electrolyte materials improve efficiency.

Abstract

Aqueous Zn-ion batteries (ZIBs), characterized by intrinsic safety, biocompatibility, and competitive energy density, represent an exceptionally compelling technology for grid-scale energy storage. However, the uncontrollable hydrogen evolution reaction, corrosion, and...

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Polysaccharide-Based Hydrogels and Additives in Electrolyte Engineering for Zn-Ion Batteries: Anode Stabilization Mechanisms, Performance Enhancement, and Perspectives

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Polysaccharide-Based Hydrogels and Additives in Electrolyte Engineering for Zn-Ion Batteries: Anode Stabilization Mechanisms, Performance Enhancement, and Perspectives

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