Design of novel polymer electrolytes for solid state sodium batteries.

固态钠离子电池可以提供一种更便宜、更安全、更环保的存储能量的替代方案。本项目旨在研究先进的聚合物电解液材料的设计，以应对全固态钠电池发展的挑战。通过结合分子模拟、实验表征和电池原型的共同作用的方法，将获得对聚合物化学、界面特性和电池性能的新理解。该项目将在开发新功能材料、新知识和先进电池技术方面提供重大好处，使澳大利亚的清洁能源储存部门受益。

Solid-state sodium-ion batteries can provide a cheaper, safer, and greener alternative solution to store energy. This project aims to investigate the design of advanced polymer electrolyte materials to address the challenge for the development of all solid-state sodium batteries. New understandings in polymer chemistry, interfacial properties and cell performance will be gained through co-active approaches combining molecular simulations, experimental characterizations, and battery prototyping. This project will provide significant benefits in developing new functional materials, new knowledge, and advanced battery techniques, benefiting Australia’s clean energy storage sector.