Potassium‐Ion Pillared Basic Copper Molybdate Nanoflowers as High‐Performance Cathodes for Stable Aqueous Ammonium‐Ion Batteries

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Authors: Guopei Qiu, Jialin Liu, Kaihuan Liu, Aokui Sun
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References: 41

Abstract

This study addresses sluggish kinetics and limited cycling stability in aqueous ammonium‐ion batteries (AAIBs) cathodes by synthesizing K + ‐, Ni 2+ ‐, and Mn 2+ ‐doped basic copper molybdate (CuMoO) via a hydrothermal route. Systematic characterization demonstrates that K + incorporation markedly expands interlayer spacing, enhances electronic conductivity, and reinforces structural integrity, surpassing the effects of Ni 2+ and Mn 2+ substitution. The optimally doped sample (CuMoO‐K‐0.6) exhibits a flower‐like micro‐nanoarchitecture assembled from one‐dimensional nanorods, featuring high crystallinity and uniform elemental dispersion. Electrochemically, it displays minimal charge‐transfer resistance (0.7 Ω) and a pseudocapacitive contribution of 92.7%. A specific discharge capacity of 319.8 mAh g −1 is achieved at 0.1 A g −1 , with 98.8% retention after 100 cycles. Notably, 82.9% capacity is retained following 1000 cycles at 1.0 A g −1 , confirming excellent specific capacity, rate capability, and long‐term durability. This work elucidates the structure–activity correlation and enhancement mechanism induced by K + doping, thereby furnishing experimental evidence and a theoretical foundation for the rational design of advanced AAIBs cathodes.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced battery technologies research Advancements in Battery Materials Supercapacitor Materials and Fabrication

Publication details

Journal / source
ChemSusChem
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
19
Issue
13
Pages
e70861–e70861
Publication date
30 June 2026
Language
EN