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Showing 1 to 20 of 32 for “"Sodium-ion batteries"”.
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Characterising Electrolyte Interactions with Carbon Anodes for Sodium Ion Batteries
… energy, is placing an increased demand on Li-ion batteries (LIBs). Na-ion batteries (NIBs) are seen as a promising alternative to LIBs due to their lower cost and environmental impact. As Na has a similar chemistry to Li, the transfer of battery technology is also expected to be …
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Phase transformations in layered electrode materials for sodium ion batteries
In this thesis, I investigate sodium ion intercalation in layered electrode materials for sodium ion batteries. Layered metal oxides have been at the forefront of rechargeable lithium ion battery technology for decades, and are currently the state of the art materials for sodium ion battery …
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A layered sodium titanate as promising anode material for sodium ion batteries
Sodium ion batteries have recently received great attention for large-scale energy applications because of the abundance and low cost of sodium source. Although some cathode materials with desirable electrochemical properties have been proposed, it's quite challenging to develop suitable anode …
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Ab initio investigations of solid electrolytes for lithium- and Sodium-ion batteries
… organic electrolytes currently employed in Li-ion batteries. Recent advances in the development of new thiophosphate electrolytes have reenergized the field by achieving room temperature conductivities exceeding those liquid electrolytes, but a number of practical challenges to their widespread …
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Development of High-performance Carbon and Phosphorus Anode Materials for Sodium-ion Batteries
Abstract Lithium-ion batteries, as dominant power sources for prevailing consumer electronics and electric vehicles, have been plagued by limited lithium resources with the soaring prices. Sodium-ion batteries, benefitted from ubiquitous and inexpensive sodium resources without toxicity and …
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First principle study of Nax[TiyZnzMnw]O2 as a cathode material for sodium-ion batteries
The fast-growing energy generation from renewable sources such as solar, wind, and waves is calling for reliable energy storage technologies with high energy density, high power, and low cost, because the energy harvested from these renewable energy sources is intermittent. Currently, the leading …
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Optimization of Spray Pyrolysis for the Synthesis of Cathode Materials for Lithium- and Sodium-ion Batteries
… economy. Today, the advancement of lithium-ion batteries is being taken to the next level with targeted applications being electric vehicles (EVs) and grid storage. Current widespread application of EVs is primarily limited by their short range and high price, which are significantly driven …
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SURFACE MODIFICATION TO IMPROVE THE ELECTROCHEMICAL PERFORMANCE OF CATHODE MATERIALS FOR LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES AND SODIUM-ION BATTERIES
… limiting factors for the performance of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) and sodium-ion batteries (SIB). Atomic layer deposition (ALD) is considered as a promising surface modification method to enhance the electrochemical performance of active materials for LIBs and SIBs.</p> <p>In this research, we …
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Nanostructured Thin Film Synthesis by Aerosol Chemical Vapor Deposition for Energy Storage Applications
<p>Renewable energy sources offer a viable solution to the growing energy demand while mitigating concerns for greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. This has led to a tremendous momentum towards solar and wind-based energy harvesting technologies driving efficiencies higher and costs lower. …
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The design and building of sodium-ion battery for home energy storage
This thesis focuses on the design and construction of home energy storage systems using sodium-ion battery technology. As global emphasis shifts towards sustainable energy solutions and the integration of renewable energy sources, the demand for efficient and reliable energy storage has escalated. …
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Multi-scale electrochemical-thermal modelling of a sodium-ion battery cell using the SPMe with a lumped thermal model
… global demand for energy has raised questions regarding the sustainability, availability, and viability of energy sources. Consequently, renewable energy resources have gained significant attention owing to their environmental safety and abundant availability. However, owing to seasonal …
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Sodium-Ion Battery Cathode Active Material Cost Drivers and Manufacturing Scale-up Barriers
… posed by intermittent renewable generation. Non-hydro energy storage is currently dominated by lithium-ion batteries, but cost and materials supply are concerns. Sodium is more abundant and cheaper to mine and refine than lithium, positioning sodium-ion batteries to be a potential grid …
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Methodology for Pyrolysis-induced Thermal Runaway Analysis in Li-ion Batteries
As the adoption of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) grows due to the demand for highenergy density storage solutions, ensuring their safety becomes paramount. Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA) and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), which have traditionally been tools in polymer thermal analysis …
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Conversion of Switchgrass into Functional Carbon Materials and Food Emulsifiers
… It can easily grow in a variety of conditions with a high yield. In recent years, it has gained increasing attention as a feedstock for biofuel production. However, the process is limited due to the high-cost and immature technologies. Therefore, the overall goal of this study is to …
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Development of Property Prediction Methods for Sodium-ion Battery Electrolytes
In this project, we model the interaction between the sodium ion and the organic solvents, which are widely used in sodium ion batteries (SIBs). The research mainly focuses on how a sodium cation coordinates with the solvent molecules and how its coordination affects the resulting complex …
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In-Situ Resource Utilization of Pectin and Bosch Carbon for Energy Storage
Various waste sources available during long-duration crewed space exploration missions have been targeted for application in electrochemical energy storage technologies. Pectin, a biopolymer found in plant cell walls, can be extracted from food waste and implemented into various polymer electrolyte …
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Strengthening Value Chains for Developing and DeployingBatteries in the Global South
… are critical for the sustainable energy transition in the Global South. The first part touches upon building a more diversified and secure raw material base is essential for robust battery value chains in developing economies. It establishes the groundwork by proposing a potential pathway to …
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Impact of Structure and Defect Modification on Vanadium Oxide for Alkali-ion Battery Electrodes
The proliferation of portable electronics and electric vehicles paired with the updating of an antiquated grid system has driven the rapid progression of improved technologies related to energy distribution and storage. However, energy storage materials and devices have come to be viewed as a crux …
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Novel Techniques and Electrolytes for Energy Storage Devices
Sodium ion batteries (SIBs) may offer a cheaper and more sustainable alternative to lithium batteries given the significantly higher natural abundance of sodium than lithium. The SIB electrolyte must transport ions efficiently to achieve good battery performance. Here, a range of new sodium borate …
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