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Comprehensive Si Anode Design for Sulfide‐Based all‐Solid‐State Batteries: Insights into Si‐Electrolyte Synergy for Mitigating Contact Loss

Youngjin Song, Sungjin Cho, Suhwan Kim, Youyeong Shin, Ikcheon Na, Jongwoo Lim, Yong Min Lee, Soojin Park

Advanced Functional Materials· Volume 35· Issue 43

Abstract

Abstract All‐solid‐state batteries (ASSBs) are emerging as a promising alternative to conventional lithium‐ion batteries, offering improved safety and potential for energy density. However, the substantial volume fluctuations of high‐capacity anodes such as lithium and silicon induce interfacial degradation, impeding practical applications. Herein, an aluminum–silicon (Al–Si) alloy anode is introduced that effectively mitigates these challenges by stabilizing volume variation after initial volume expansion and maintaining stable interfacial integrity with the solid electrolyte (SE). By employing a SE‐free wet anode and leveraging advanced characterization techniques, including three‐dimensional X‐ray nanoimaging and digital twin‐based particle‐to‐electrode volume expansion simulations, the structural evolution and electrochemical behavior of Al–Si are elucidated. Furthermore, the integration of an elastic‐recoverable anolyte enables the formation of a robust Al–Si composite anode, effectively suppressing contact loss and enhancing reversibility. ASSBs integrating this Al–Si composite anode and a high‐areal‐capacity LiNi 0.8 Co 0.1 Mn 0.1 O 2 cathode (6 mAh·cm −2 ) achieve a capacity retention of 81.6% after 300 cycles, offering a viable pathway toward high‐energy‐density and durable ASSBs.
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OpenAlex topics: Advancements in Battery Materials · Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies · Advanced battery technologies research

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Affiliations

Department of Chemistry Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) Cheongam‐ro 77, Nam‐gu Pohang 37673 Republic of Korea

Department of Energy Science and Engineering Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology Techno jungang‐daero 333, Dalseong‐gun Daegu 42988 Republic of Korea

Department of Battery Engineering Yonsei University Yonsei‐ro 50, Seodaemun‐gu Seoul 03722 Republic of Korea

Department of Chemistry Seoul National University Gwanak‐ro 1, Gwanak‐gu Seoul 08826 Republic of Korea

Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Yonsei University Yonsei‐ro 50, Seodaemun‐gu Seoul 03722 Republic of Korea

Funding

National Research Foundation of Korea

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