Recent advances in Sb-based anodes for Li/Na/K-ion batteries and all-solid-state Li-ion batteries

Abstract

In recent decades, lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have emerged as a primary focus in the energy-storage field owing to their superior energy and power densities. However, concerns regarding the depletion of non-abundant lithium resources have prompted the exploration and development of emerging energy-storage technologies, such as sodium- (SIBs) and potassium-ion batteries (PIBs). In addition, all-solid-state LIBs (ASSLIBs) have been developed to address the issues of flammability and explosiveness associated with liquid electrolytes. Among the various alloy-based anodes, antimony (Sb) anodes exhibit high energy densities owing to their high theoretical volumetric capacities that are attributable to their high densities. However, Sb anodes exhibit poor cyclabilities owing to excessive volume changes during cycling. To mitigate this issue, researchers have investigated the use of diverse solutions, including solid electrolyte interface control, structural control, and composite/alloy formation. Herein, we review and summarize Sb-based anode materials for LIBs, SIBs, PIBs, and ASSLIBs developed over the past five years (2018-present), focusing on their reaction mechanisms and multiple approaches used to achieve optimal electrochemical performance. We anticipate that this review will provide a comprehensive database of Sb-based anodes for LIBs, SIBs, PIBs, and ASSLIBs, thereby advancing relevant studies in the energy-storage-systems field.

Keywords

Battery / Li-ion battery / Na-ion battery / Sb-based anode / K-ion battery / all-solid-state battery / anode

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