Nanoporous metal by dealloying for electrochemical energy conversion and storage

• Published in: MRS bulletin Vol. 43; no. 1; pp. 43 - 48
• Main Authors: Chen, Qing, Ding, Yi, Chen, Mingwei
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: New York, USA Cambridge University Press 01.01.2018; Springer International Publishing; Springer Nature B.V
• Subjects: Alloys; Applied and Technical Physics; Batteries; Carbon; Characterization and Evaluation of Materials; Dealloyed Nanoporous Materials with Interface-Controlled Behavior; Dealloying; Defects; Electrodes; Electrolytes; Energy; Energy conversion; Energy Materials; Energy storage; Fuel cells; Ligaments; Materials Engineering; Materials Science; Nanotechnology; Reaction kinetics; energy storage; nanostructure; catalytic
• ISSN: 0883-7694; 1938-1425
• DOI: 10.1557/mrs.2017.300

Metallic materials are key for electrochemical energy conversion and storage when they are tailored into electrodes designed for rapid reaction kinetics, high electrical conductivities, and high stability. Nanoporous metals formed by dealloying could meet all of these requirements, as the dealloyed products beckon energy researchers with their fascinating structures and outstanding performance. In this article, we discuss the characteristics of dealloyed materials related to their functions in energy devices. We then review nanoporous metal electrodes for applications in fuel cells, supercapacitors, and batteries to provide insights into selection and design criteria for meeting the diverse needs of energy conversion and storage.