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Dynamic Self‐Adaption Supramolecular Binder for Silicon Anodes: Anhydride Activation Enabling Practical Lithium‐Ion Battery

Dejian Cheng, Fei Song, Yong Zeng, Denglin Qin, Zengcong Ma, Peitao Zheng, Guangzhao Zhang, Chaoyang Wang, Yong Qian

Advanced Functional Materials· Volume 35· Issue 41

Abstract

Abstract Designing intelligent binders with dynamic adaptability remains crucial yet challenging for mitigating the structural degradation of silicon‐based anodes in lithium‐ion batteries. Here, an innovative aqueous supramolecular binder is presented featuring robust covalent‐anhydride bridges and dynamic hydrogen‐bond networks, synergistically constructed through molecular engineering of poly(methyl vinylether maleic acid) (PEA) and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). The activated anhydride moieties enable stable covalent bond reconfiguration while maintaining robust interfacial adhesion, complemented by energy‐dissipating hydrogen bonds that collectively accommodate severe volume fluctuation of silicone anodes. This dual dynamic network demonstrates remarkable self‐healing capability and stress redistribution characteristics, endowing the silicone anodes with exceptional mechanical integrity (peeling force of 10.87 N) and cycling stability (78.40% capacity retention after 150 cycles). Simultaneously, the optimized binder architecture facilitates efficient lithium‐ion transport, achieving high‐rate capability (1414 mAh g −1 at 2C). Practical validation using 2.5‐Ah pouch cells demonstrates over 93% capacity retention after 350 cycles at 1C, significantly outperforming conventional binder systems. This supramolecular engineering strategy establishes a universal platform for developing next‐generation sustainable electrodes, showcasing the potential of dynamically adaptive interfacial chemistry in advanced energy storage systems.
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OpenAlex topics: Advancements in Battery Materials · Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies · Advanced Battery Technologies Research

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Affiliations

Research Institute of Materials Science Key Laboratory of Polymer Processing Engineering School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering South China University of Technology Guangzhou 510640 China

Shenzhen SoliChem Technology Co., Ltd. Shenzhen Guangdong 518122 China

Department of Materials Science and Engineering School of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Southern University of Science and Technology Shenzhen 518055 China

Funding

National Natural Science Foundation of China · Science and Technology Planning Project of Guangdong Province

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