The influence of the tartarate on the deposition-dissolution of zinc for the application in aqueous battery

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https://doi.org/10.62638/ZasMat1328

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Zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) have recently gained significant attention as a sustainable energy storage solution due to their cost-effectiveness and safety. Despite offering high theoretical capacity and low redox potential, ZIBs face challenges such as dendrite growth and low zinc utilization rates, which hinder their performance. The objective of this study was to optimize the electrolyte composition to enhance the performance of a zinc electrode electrochemically deposited on a copper substrate within the zinc(II)–NH4Cl system. The influence of Zn2+ and NH4+ ion concentrations, current density, and the addition of sodium tartrate on the morphology and behavior of the anode material during charge and discharge cycles was examined. Results demonstrated that the addition of sodium tartrate significantly improves the electrochemical performance of the anode material and reduces corrosion in the electrolyte. The findings from this study suggest that electrolyte engineering could potentially provide a solution for better performance and extended longevity of ZIBs.

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Zinc-ion batteries, sodium tartrate, additive, anode, corrosion
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This study was supported by Ministarstvo Prosvete, Nauke i Tehnološkog Razvoja, Grant Number: 451-03-65/2024-03/200135

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