Manganese-based cathode materials for aqueous zinc-ion batteries: a mini review

Key Points

• This review aims to summarize the current research on manganese-based cathodes for aqueous zinc-ion batteries and explore their potential in energy storage applications.
• Review of manganese-based cathode materials and their various crystal phases.
• Analysis of energy storage mechanisms and optimization strategies within zinc-ion batteries.
• Discussion on AI-driven design approaches for future industrial applications.
• Identified various crystal phases of Mn-based cathodes and their impact on energy storage performance.
• Highlighted optimization strategies that enhance the efficiency of zinc-ion batteries.
• Outlined the future potential of integrating AI in the design and industrialization of battery materials.