Dual-Function Electrolyte Design Enabling Sulfur Redox-Mediated Charging and Anode Stabilization in Zn-Air Batteries

Fei Huang; Yuhao Zhang; Fei Zhang; Xinjunqi Yuan; Wei Chen; Lei Zhang; Changfei Sun; Cong Chen; Nadeem Hussain; Haibo Hu

doi:10.1039/d6ta00480f

January 1, 2026Journal of Materials Chemistry A

Dual-Function Electrolyte Design Enabling Sulfur Redox-Mediated Charging and Anode Stabilization in Zn-Air Batteries

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This research aims to address challenges in zinc-air batteries related to oxygen evolution reaction kinetics and anode stability.
Developed a thiourea-based electrolyte for zinc-air batteries.
Evaluated the performance regarding oxygen evolution reaction and anode stabilization under various conditions.
Conducted comparative analyses against traditional electrolytes.
The thiourea-based electrolyte improved charging efficiency, demonstrated by a significant decrease in OER overpotential.
Stability tests indicated a reduced rate of Zn anode degradation, leading to longer battery life.
Enhanced overall energy density was observed compared to standard electrolytes.

Implication

Demonstrates improved charging and stability in zinc-air batteries, suggesting advancements in energy storage technology.

Abstract

Rechargeable Zn-air batteries are limited by sluggish oxygen evolution reaction (OER) kinetics and Zn anode instability. Here, we report a thiourea-based electrolyte that enables sulfur redox-mediated charging while simultaneously stabilizing...

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Dual-Function Electrolyte Design Enabling Sulfur Redox-Mediated Charging and Anode Stabilization in Zn-Air Batteries

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