Special Issue

Topic: Anode Electrode of Zinc Air Battery: Progress and Challenges

A Special Issue of Energy Materials

ISSN 2770-5900 (Online)

Submission deadline: 31 Mar 2024

Guest Editor(s)

Prof. Ahmad Amiri
Russell School of Chemical Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Tulsa, Tulsa, OK, USA.

Special Issue Introduction

We warmly welcome all contributors and experts who have eagerly joined us in this specialized exploration of the "Anode Electrode of Zinc Air Battery: Progress and Challenges". This dedicated Special Issue endeavors to delve deeply into the intricate landscape of the anode electrode within the context of zinc air batteries, unveiling its multifaceted importance and potential ramifications within the realm of energy storage and conversion.

Scope of the Special Issue: Zinc air batteries, heralded for their burgeoning prospects across diverse energy storage applications, have emerged as an area of fervent research and innovation. The anode electrode, serving as a critical interface for electrochemical processes, stands as a pivotal determinant of the overall performance, durability, and viability of these systems. This Special Issue serves as a platform for the comprehensive investigation of diverse facets pertaining to the anode electrode domain, including but not limited to:
1. Materials and Fabrication Techniques: Research articles addressing novel materials and fabrication methods for anode electrodes to enhance performance and longevity;
2. Electrode Design and Optimization: Studies focused on the design and optimization of anode electrodes, aiming to improve energy density, cycle life, and overall efficiency;
3. Challenges and Limitations: Articles discussing challenges such as corrosion, dendrite formation, and other issues associated with anode electrodes, along with potential mitigation strategies;
4. Applications and Emerging Trends: Exploring the practical applications of zinc air batteries in various fields and identifying emerging trends in the development of anode electrodes for these batteries.

Relevance: The salience of this Special Issue lies in its potential to enhance awareness and developmental pathways for zinc air battery technology. Against the backdrop of escalating global demand for sustainable and eco-conscious energy storage alternatives, zinc air batteries offer an enticing proposition on account of their superlative energy density, cost-effectiveness, and environmental amicability. A rigorous inquiry into the nuances of anode electrodes assumes paramount significance in navigating the intricate technical intricacies and unlocking the full expanse of capabilities intrinsic to this burgeoning energy storage technology.

Broadening the Horizons of Inquiry: Welcoming Contributions on Zinc-Sulfur and Zinc-Ion Hybrid Supercapacitors

We are pleased to announce the expansion of the thematic boundaries of this Special Issue. In addition to the focal point of anode electrodes within zinc air batteries, we cordially invite contributions that delve into the broader domain of zinc-based energy storage technologies. This comprehensive approach encompasses the exploration of zinc-sulfur batteries and zinc-ion hybrid supercapacitors, thus fostering a more holistic and enriched dialogue on the overarching theme of zinc-based energy storage.

We sincerely appreciate your enthusiastic participation in this scholarly endeavor.

Warm regards,

Ahmad Amiri

Submission Deadline

31 Mar 2024

Submission Information

For Author Instructions, please refer to https://www.oaepublish.com/energymater/author_instructions
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Submission Deadline: 31 Mar 2024
Contacts: Jenna Wen, Assistant Eidtor, editor@oae-publish.com

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ISSN 2770-5900 (Online)
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