Advances in Calcium-Ion Batteries
A special issue of Inorganics (ISSN 2304-6740). This special issue belongs to the section "Inorganic Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (15 October 2025) | Viewed by 1828
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In the pursuit of next-generation energy storage solutions, calcium-ion batteries (CIBs) are emerging as a promising alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries, benefiting from the abundance of calcium, cost-effectiveness, and the potential for high energy density. However, the large ionic radius and divalent nature of calcium ions pose unique challenges to achieving efficient ion intercalation and stable cycling performance. Recent studies have made significant progress in overcoming these limitations by innovatively designing materials and leveraging structural regulation techniques. For instance, organic or 3D orbital regulation of the intercalation compounds will present outstanding cycle lifespans and rate performance.
This Special Issue, “Advances in Calcium-Ion Batteries”, aims to showcase the latest findings and advancements in the field, with a focus on the fundamental and applied research that will drive calcium-ion batteries toward practical applications. We welcome original research and review articles in the following areas:
- Cathode materials for CIBs, including transition metal oxides and phosphates;
- Anode materials for efficient calcium storage, such as carbon-based and alloy materials;
- Electrolyte design for improved calcium-ion conduction, covering liquid, solid-state, and gel electrolytes;
- Mechanistic insights into calcium-ion intercalation and diffusion;
- Optimization of electrochemical performance and stability enhancements;
- Fabrication and testing of full calcium-ion battery cells;
- Advances in electrode–electrolyte interface studies;
- Comparative analyses of calcium-ion batteries and other multivalent systems, such as magnesium and zinc.
Dr. Guobin Zhang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- calcium-ion batteries
- anode materials for efficient calcium storage
- electrolyte design for improved calcium-ion conduction
- mechanistic insights into calcium-ion intercalation and diffusion
- electrode–electrolyte interface
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