Citation: Yuxin Ji, Yuying Shen, Fulin Cheng, Yuanbo Sun, Yu Fu. Mastering in-situ Zn-MOF anode growth via capture-and-deposit strategy for stable K/Zn dual-ion batteries[J]. Chinese Chemical Letters, ;2026, 37(8): 111326. doi: 10.1016/j.cclet.2025.111326 shu

Mastering in-situ Zn-MOF anode growth via capture-and-deposit strategy for stable K/Zn dual-ion batteries

Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resource School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China

fuyu@wsu.edu

Received Date: 8 March 2025
Revised Date: 1 May 2025
Accepted Date: 15 May 2025
Available Online: 16 May 2025

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The emergence of aqueous K/Zn dual-ion batteries has opened a promising new frontier in energy storage by leveraging the high energy density of zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) and the voltage enhancement provided by cation intercalation mechanisms. However, the lifespan of these batteries has been significantly limited by dendrite growth and side reactions at the zinc negative electrode. To address this challenge, we successfully fabricated an organic framework, Zn-MOF-74, in-situ on the surface of the zinc negative electrode. The large-pore, one-dimensional channel structure of Zn-MOF-74 effectively enhances electrolyte permeability, reduces steric hindrance, and promotes efficient battery operation. Moreover, the open metal sites in Zn-MOF-74 effectively suppress side reactions, further improving battery performance. Notably, the average CE remained remarkably high at 99.43% after 1000 cycles. Furthermore, the Zn-MOF-74@Zn//ZnHCF configuration demonstrated exceptional cycling stability, retaining 88% of its initial capacity even after 1000 cycles at a current density of 1 A/g.
- Porous Zn-MOF layer,
- Dual-ion battery,
- Zn anode,
- Nucleation overpotential,
- Suppression of side reactions
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