An asymmetric quasi-solid electrolyte for high-performance Li metal batteries

Chem Commun (Camb). 2020 Jul 4;56(52):7195-7198. doi: 10.1039/d0cc03032e. Epub 2020 May 29.

Abstract

We propose an asymmetric quasi-solid electrolyte to regulate Li deposition and avoid Li dendrite formation. The thiourea in the electrolyte can absorb on the Li surface to induce Li deposition, change the propagative growth behavior of Li metal and eliminate dendritic formation, thereby ensuring excellent cycling stability and high specific capacity.