As a burgeoning energy storage technology,Zn microbatteries(ZMBs)exhibit expansive potential for applications.This article initially presents a method for fabricating ZMBs utilizing interdigitated electrodes,employing...As a burgeoning energy storage technology,Zn microbatteries(ZMBs)exhibit expansive potential for applications.This article initially presents a method for fabricating ZMBs utilizing interdigitated electrodes,employing advanced techniques such as 3D printing,screen printing,laser etching,and electrodeposition.These methodologies play a crucial role in mitigating anode-related issues,consequently enhancing battery performance.Subsequently,the challenges encountered by ZMBs anodes,including dendrite formation,corrosion passivation,hydrogen evolution,and Zn cycle exfoliation,are thoroughly examined.Lastly,a comprehensive strategy for stabilizing the anode is delineated,encompassing anode material selection,anode structure construction,interface engineering,and electrolyte optimization.In essence,the preparation and fine-tuning of ZMBs present ongoing challenges.With continued research and development efforts,it is anticipated that ZMBs will attain efficient,stable,and secure performance on the microscale,offering enduring and dependable energy solutions for applications in miniature electronic devices and wearable technology.展开更多
基金supported by the National Key Research Program of China(2022YFE0138100)the National Nature Science Foundation of China(52350710208)+8 种基金the Cooperation Foundation of Yulin University and Dalian National Laboratory for Clean Energy(YLU-DNL fund 2022011)the National Nature Science Foundation of China(22279140,U20A20252,U21A20102,62174103)the Innovation Fund Project of Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics(DICP I202025,DICP I202032)the Cooperation Foundation of Dalian National Laboratory for Clean Energy of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(DNL202015)the Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province(2021-MS-016)the Youth Science and Technology Star Project of Dalian(2021RQ121)the 111 Project(B1404),the Project of Knowledge Innovation Engineering(Y261261606)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(GK202103106)the Shanxi Science and Technology Department(20201101012).
文摘As a burgeoning energy storage technology,Zn microbatteries(ZMBs)exhibit expansive potential for applications.This article initially presents a method for fabricating ZMBs utilizing interdigitated electrodes,employing advanced techniques such as 3D printing,screen printing,laser etching,and electrodeposition.These methodologies play a crucial role in mitigating anode-related issues,consequently enhancing battery performance.Subsequently,the challenges encountered by ZMBs anodes,including dendrite formation,corrosion passivation,hydrogen evolution,and Zn cycle exfoliation,are thoroughly examined.Lastly,a comprehensive strategy for stabilizing the anode is delineated,encompassing anode material selection,anode structure construction,interface engineering,and electrolyte optimization.In essence,the preparation and fine-tuning of ZMBs present ongoing challenges.With continued research and development efforts,it is anticipated that ZMBs will attain efficient,stable,and secure performance on the microscale,offering enduring and dependable energy solutions for applications in miniature electronic devices and wearable technology.