Charging the Future with Pioneering MXenes: Scalable 2D Materials for Next-Generation Batteries.

William Coley, Amir-Ali Akhavi, Pedro Pena, Ruoxu Shang, Yi Ma, Kevin Moseni, Mihrimah Ozkan, Cengiz S Ozkan

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William ColeyMaterials Science and Engineering Program, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA.

Amir-Ali AkhaviMaterials Science and Engineering Program, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA.

Pedro PenaDepartment of Chemistry, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA.

Ruoxu ShangMaterials Science and Engineering Program, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA.

Yi MaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA.

Kevin MoseniMaterials Science and Engineering Program, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA.

Mihrimah OzkanDepartment of Chemistry, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-6224-5703

Cengiz S OzkanMaterials Science and Engineering Program, University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA 92521, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-6751-6851

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Abstract

MXenes, a family of two-dimensional carbide and nitride nanomaterials, have demonstrated significant promise across various technological domains, particularly in energy storage applications. This review critically examines scalable synthesis techniques for MXenes and their potential integration into next-generation rechargeable battery systems. We highlight both top-down and emerging bottom-up approaches, exploring their respective efficiencies, environmental impacts, and industrial feasibility. The paper further discusses the electrochemical behavior of MXenes in lithium-ion, sodium-ion, and aluminum-ion batteries, as well as their multifunctional roles in solid-state batteries-including as electrodes, additives, and solid electrolytes. Special emphasis is placed on surface functionalization, interlayer engineering, and ion transport properties. We also compare MXenes with conventional graphite anodes, analyzing their gravimetric and volumetric performance potential. Finally, challenges such as diffusion kinetics, power density limitations, and scalability are addressed, providing a comprehensive outlook on the future of MXenes in sustainable energy storage technologies.

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MXeneprecursor materialsrechargeable batteryscalabilitysustainability

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PMID40711208

DOI10.3390/nano15141089

PMCPMC12300581

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