Advanced Design and Optimization Strategies for Redox Flow Batteries

Dear Colleagues,

The purpose of this Special Issue, “Advanced Design and Optimization Strategies for Redox Flow Batteries”, is to provide an overview of the most recent advances in materials, design concepts, and operational strategies for redox flow batteries (RFBs). This Special Issue aims to highlight both fundamental developments and practical implementations that contribute to improving the performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness of these electrochemical energy storage systems.

Particular attention will be given to innovative design approaches enabling enhanced mass transport, reduced polarization losses, and improved energy efficiency through optimized cell components and stack architecture. Contributions addressing advanced modeling and simulation tools are also highly encouraged, as these aspects are key to guiding the development of next-generation RFB technologies.

Furthermore, studies focusing on novel redox-active compounds (either inorganic or organic) and advanced electrolyte formulations, as well as modified electrodes and membranes, are highly encouraged. Contributions introducing emerging cell configurations (e.g., RT-RFBs) or coupled systems integrating complementary technologies (such as air electrodes, photovoltaic, or photoelectrochemical components) are also very welcome.

Finally, studies on characterization tools and sensor development aimed at improving battery management during operation or at elucidating capacity fading and failure mechanisms are also very welcome.

Researchers working in these fields are strongly encouraged to submit a contribution on any of the following:

• Novel redox-active materials and electrolyte formulations;
• Advanced electrode for redox flow technologies;
• Membranes for redox flow technologies;
• Innovative concepts and designs for flow electrochemical storage systems;
• Cell components and stack design optimization;
• Modeling and simulation from the molecular level to the device scale;
• Diagnostic methods and sensors;
• Operando characterization and degradation studies.

Dr. Steven Le Vot
Guest Editor

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• redox flow batteries (RFBs)
• cell and stack design
• flow-field optimization
• mass transport
• electrode modification
• electrode/electrolyte interface
• membranes
• redox active compounds
• electrolyte formulation
• operando diagnostics
• degradation and failure mechanisms
• long-term stability
• energy efficiency
• modeling and simulation