Synergistically constructed lamination-like network of redox-active polyimide and MXene via π-π interactions for aqueous NH4+ storage

doi:10.1016/j.cjche.2024.03.029

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Abstract: As a nonmetallic charge carrier, ammonium ion (NH₄⁺) has garnered significant attention in the construction of aqueous batteries due to its advantages of low molar mass, small hydration size and rapid diffusion in aqueous solutions. Polymers are a kind of potential electro-active materials for aqueous NH₄⁺ storage. However, traditional polymer electrodes are typically created by covering the bulky collectors with excessive additives, which could lead to low volume capacity and unsatisfactory stability. Herein, a nanoparticle-like polyimide (PI) was synthesized and then combined with MXene nanosheets to synergistically construct an additive-free and self-standing PI@MXene composite electrode. Significantly, the redox-active PI nanoparticles are enclosed between conductive MXene flakes to create a 3D lamination-like network that promotes electron transmission, while the π-π interactions existing between PI and MXene contribute to the enhanced structural integrity and stability within the composite electrode. As such, it delivers superior aqueous NH₄⁺ storage behaviors in terms of a notable specific capacity of 110.7 mA·h·cm^–3 and a long lifespan with only 0.0064% drop each cycle. Furthermore, in-situ Raman and UV–Vis examinations provide evidence of reversible and stable redox mechanism of the PI@MXene composite electrode during NH₄⁺ uptake/removal, highlighting its significance in the area of electrochemical energy storage.

Key words: Synergetic coupling, Composite materials, Polyimide, Energy storage, Aqueous ammonium ion batteries

摘要： As a nonmetallic charge carrier, ammonium ion (NH₄⁺) has garnered significant attention in the construction of aqueous batteries due to its advantages of low molar mass, small hydration size and rapid diffusion in aqueous solutions. Polymers are a kind of potential electro-active materials for aqueous NH₄⁺ storage. However, traditional polymer electrodes are typically created by covering the bulky collectors with excessive additives, which could lead to low volume capacity and unsatisfactory stability. Herein, a nanoparticle-like polyimide (PI) was synthesized and then combined with MXene nanosheets to synergistically construct an additive-free and self-standing PI@MXene composite electrode. Significantly, the redox-active PI nanoparticles are enclosed between conductive MXene flakes to create a 3D lamination-like network that promotes electron transmission, while the π-π interactions existing between PI and MXene contribute to the enhanced structural integrity and stability within the composite electrode. As such, it delivers superior aqueous NH₄⁺ storage behaviors in terms of a notable specific capacity of 110.7 mA·h·cm^–3 and a long lifespan with only 0.0064% drop each cycle. Furthermore, in-situ Raman and UV–Vis examinations provide evidence of reversible and stable redox mechanism of the PI@MXene composite electrode during NH₄⁺ uptake/removal, highlighting its significance in the area of electrochemical energy storage.

关键词: Synergetic coupling, Composite materials, Polyimide, Energy storage, Aqueous ammonium ion batteries

Jing He, Hongye Xuan, Jing Jin, Ke Yu, Changyao Liyang, Lintong Hu, Minjie Shi, Chao Yan. Synergistically constructed lamination-like network of redox-active polyimide and MXene via π-π interactions for aqueous NH₄⁺ storage[J]. Chinese Journal of Chemical Engineering, 2024, 71(7): 217-224.

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