3D printing critical materials for rechargeable batteries: from materials, design and optimization strategies to applications

Yongbiao Mu; Youqi Chu; Lyuming Pan; Buke Wu; Lingfeng Zou; Jiafeng He; Meisheng Han; Tianshou Zhao; Lin Zeng

doi:10.1088/2631-7990/acf172

International Journal of Extreme Manufacturing (Jan 2023)

3D printing critical materials for rechargeable batteries: from materials, design and optimization strategies to applications

Yongbiao Mu,
Youqi Chu,
Lyuming Pan,
Buke Wu,
Lingfeng Zou,
Jiafeng He,
Meisheng Han,
Tianshou Zhao,
Lin Zeng

Affiliations

Yongbiao Mu: Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China
Youqi Chu: Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China
Lyuming Pan: ORCiD; Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China
Buke Wu: Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China
Lingfeng Zou: Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China
Jiafeng He: Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China
Meisheng Han: Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China
Tianshou Zhao: Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China
Lin Zeng: ORCiD; Shenzhen Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Storage, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; SUSTech Energy Institute for Carbon Neutrality, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China; Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, Southern University of Science and Technology , Shenzhen 518055, People’s Republic of China

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1088/2631-7990/acf172
Journal volume & issue: Vol. 5, no. 4
p. 042008

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Three-dimensional (3D) printing, an additive manufacturing technique, is widely employed for the fabrication of various electrochemical energy storage devices (EESDs), such as batteries and supercapacitors, ranging from nanoscale to macroscale. This technique offers excellent manufacturing flexibility, geometric designability, cost-effectiveness, and eco-friendliness. Recent studies have focused on the utilization of 3D-printed critical materials for EESDs, which have demonstrated remarkable electrochemical performances, including high energy densities and rate capabilities, attributed to improved ion/electron transport abilities and fast kinetics. However, there is a lack of comprehensive reviews summarizing and discussing the recent advancements in the structural design and application of 3D-printed critical materials for EESDs, particularly rechargeable batteries. In this review, we primarily concentrate on the current progress in 3D printing (3DP) critical materials for emerging batteries. We commence by outlining the key characteristics of major 3DP methods employed for fabricating EESDs, encompassing design principles, materials selection, and optimization strategies. Subsequently, we summarize the recent advancements in 3D-printed critical materials (anode, cathode, electrolyte, separator, and current collector) for secondary batteries, including conventional Li-ion (LIBs), Na-ion (SIBs), K-ion (KIBs) batteries, as well as Li/Na/K/Zn metal batteries, Zn-air batteries, and Ni–Fe batteries. Within these sections, we discuss the 3DP precursor, designprinciples of 3D structures, and working mechanisms of the electrodes. Finally, we address the major challenges and potential applications in the development of 3D-printed critical materials for rechargeable batteries.

Published in International Journal of Extreme Manufacturing

ISSN: 2631-8644 (Print); 2631-7990 (Online)
Publisher: IOP Publishing
Country of publisher: United Kingdom
LCC subjects: Technology: Electrical engineering. Electronics. Nuclear engineering: Materials of engineering and construction. Mechanics of materials; Technology: Technology (General): Industrial engineering. Management engineering; Science: Physics
Website: https://iopscience.iop.org/journal/2631-7990

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