In a significant stride for energy storage, the Catalonia Institute for Energy Research (IREC) has made substantial advancements in the development of sodium-sulphur batteries. This pioneering work, led by ICREA Prof. Andreu Cabot from the Functional Nanomaterials group, marks a new chapter in energy storage technology. The findings have been published in the esteemed journal, Advanced Functional Materials.
The study, titled “Sodium-Sulphur Batteries with Unprecedented Capacity, Cycling Stability and Operation Temperature Range Enabled by a CoFe2O4 Catalytic Additive under an External Magnetic Field“, introduces a novel approach to address the limitations of room-temperature sodium-sulphur batteries. These batteries have traditionally been challenged by slow reaction speeds and energy loss in the form of sodium polysulphides.
The researchers have developed a new component for these batteries that exhibits exceptional performance and stability at room temperature, especially when under an external magnetic field. This innovative approach significantly enhances the batteries‘ performance, making them more efficient and sustainable.
This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionise energy storage, opening up new possibilities across various applications. From renewable energy systems to smart devices, the implications of this research are far-reaching. The new component for sodium-sulphur batteries demonstrates excellent initial capacities and stable cycling, underscoring the potential of this technology.
The research was a collaborative effort, with valuable contributions from researchers at IREC and Lanzhou University. The collective efforts and significant contributions of all these researchers have been instrumental in this groundbreaking study.
The research conducted at IREC continues to push the boundaries of energy storage technology, contributing to a more sustainable and efficient future.
For more details, refer to the original article published in Advanced Functional Materials in July 2023: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/adfm.202305908
