Composite Polymer Electrolyte With Functional 2D GCN for Improved Na‐Ion Transport and Na Metal Compatibility of All‐Solid‐State Sodium‐Ion Batteries

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Authors: Sudharshan Vasudevan, Sushmita Dwivedi, J B Li, Karthick Babu Morekonda Ganesh Babu, Palani Balaya
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Abstract

ABSTRACT Polymer electrolytes based on polyethylene oxide are promising for all‐solid‐state sodium‐ion batteries due to commendable processability and scalability; however, their practical realization is impeded by poor ionic conductivity and highly unstable electrode–electrolyte interfaces. Herein, a facile 2D g‐C 3 N 4 (GCN) functional filler–reinforced composite polymer electrolyte is demonstrated to synergistically regulate ion transport and interfacial chemistry. The GCN, enriched with Lewis center, weakens Na + –anion coordination, enhancing salt dissociation, while 2D morphology provides large polymer–filler interfacial area, inducing long‐range interfacial amorphous regions as preferential Na + transport pathways. Consequently, the electrolyte exhibits improved Na‐ion transference number (0.51), ionic conductivity (0.39 mS cm −1 at 55°C), electrochemical stability window (>4.5 V) and reduced ion concentration polarization. Meanwhile, GCN promotes inorganic‐enriched solid electrolyte interphase formation, effectively suppressing dendrite nucleation and enabling long‐term Na plating/stripping exceeding 2000 h at 0.2 mA cm −2 . When integrated with Zn‐doped Na 3 V 2 (PO 4 ) 3 /C (NVP/C) based cathode, all‐solid‐state battery delivers impressive rate capability till 2C and cyclability over 500 cycles at 0.5C with 95% retention, while proof‐of‐concept pouch cell validates its safety and commercial viability. This study demonstrates incorporating 2D functional‐filler represents a powerful CPE design strategy to simultaneously improve interfacial stability and ion transport, offering a versatile platform for developing robust all‐solid‐state sodium batteries.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies Advancements in Battery Materials Thermal Expansion and Ionic Conductivity

Publication details

Journal / source
Advanced Functional Materials
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
36
Issue
48
Publication date
6 May 2026
Language
EN