Researchers Develop Dendrite-Free Zinc Anodes for High-Performance Batteries

Advancements in battery anode materials are driving significant progress in next-generation energy storage technologies. Aqueous zinc ion batteries (AZIBs) have been enhanced through a novel coating of reduced graphene oxide-attached biomass carbon composites, improving zinc dendrite suppression and electrochemical performance. Lithium metal anodes face challenges with volume changes and pressure tolerance, which are addressed by the innovative topology fortified anode (TFA) design that provides mechanical stability and high lithium utilization in all-solid-state lithium batteries. Silicon suboxide/carbon composites, produced via a sol-gel method, offer high capacity and mitigate volume expansion issues, presenting a promising approach for stable lithium-ion battery anodes. Additionally, zamium-based anode materials are emerging as a high-capacity alternative to graphite and silicon, with industry leaders investing in overcoming supply chain and manufacturing compatibility challenges to enable scalable production. These developments collectively point to diverse strategies to enhance battery performance and longevity across different chemistries and applications.