Constructing polyolefin-based lithium-ion battery separators membrane for energy storage and conversion

Lei  Li; Fanmin  Kong; Ang  Xiao; Hao  Su; Xiaolian  Wu; Ziling  Zhang; Haoqi  Wang; Yutian  Duan

doi:10.59400/esc1631

Constructing polyolefin-based lithium-ion battery separators membrane for energy storage and conversion

Lei Li SINOPEC Nanjing Research Institute of Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210048, China; Hefei National Laboratory for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, China
Fanmin Kong SINOPEC Nanjing Research Institute of Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210048, China
Ang Xiao SINOPEC Nanjing Research Institute of Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210048, China
Hao Su SINOPEC Nanjing Research Institute of Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210048, China
Xiaolian Wu SINOPEC Nanjing Research Institute of Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210048, China
Ziling Zhang SINOPEC Nanjing Research Institute of Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210048, China
Haoqi Wang SINOPEC Nanjing Research Institute of Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210048, China
Yutian Duan SINOPEC Nanjing Research Institute of Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210048, China; College of Material Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.59400/esc1631

Keywords: lithium-ion battery; separator membrane; energy storage and conversion; polyethylene; polypropylene

Abstract

Owing to the escalating demand for environmentally friendly commodities, lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are gaining extensive recognition as a viable means of energy storage and conversion. LIBs comprise cathode and anode electrodes, electrolytes, and separators. Notably, the separator, a crucial and indispensable element in LIBs that mainly comprises a porous membrane material, necessitates substantial research focus. Scholars have consequently strived to devise novel systems that augment separator efficiency, bolster safety measures, and surmount existing constraints. This review endeavors to equip researchers with comprehensive information on polyolefin-based separator membranes, encompassing performance prerequisites, functional attributes, scientific advancements, and so on. Specifically, it scrutinizes the latest innovations in porous membrane configuration, fabrication, and enhancement that utilize the most prevalent polyolefin materials today. Consequently, robust and enduring membranes fabricated have demonstrated superior effectiveness across diverse applications, facilitating a circular economy that curbs waste materials, reduces operational expenses, and mitigates environmental impact.

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Wind power forecasting technologies: A review

This study addresses the critical role of wind power forecasting in ensuring stable and reliable power system operations. Wind Power Forecasting is critical for the efficient operation of plant, time scheduling, and it’s balancing of power generation with grid integration systems. Due to its dependency on dynamic climatic conditions and associated factors, accurate wind power forecasting is challenging. The research delves into various aspects, including input data, input selection techniques, data pre-processing, and forecasting methods, with the aim of motivating researchers to design highly efficient online/offline models on weather-based data. The overarching goal is to enhance the reliability and stability of power systems while optimizing energy resource utilization. The analysis reveals that hybrid models offer more accurate results, highlighting their significance in the current era. This study investigates different Wind Power Forecasting (WPF) models from existing literature, focusing on input variables, time horizons, climatic conditions, pre-processing techniques, and sample sizes that affect model accuracy. It covers statistical models like ARMA and ARIMA, along with AI techniques including Deep Learning (DL), Machine Learning (ML), and neural networks, to estimate wind power.

Constructing polyolefin-based lithium-ion battery separators membrane for energy storage and conversion

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