Research Progress on Electrolytes and Electrode Materials for Solid-State Batteries
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 January 2026 | Viewed by 831
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Interests: lithium-ion battery; non-lithium-ion battery; solid glassy electrolytes; ceramic materials; solid-state battery; aqueous rechargeable battery; lithium metal anode; surface modification of electrodes
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Dear Colleagues,
Solid-state batteries (SSBs) represent a transformative advancement in energy storage, offering enhanced safety, higher energy density, and longer cycle life compared to conventional lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). This Special Issue focuses on the latest research developments in electrolytes and electrode materials, which are critical to unlocking the full potential of SSBs. It highlights innovations in solid electrolytes (SEs)—including sulfide, oxide, and polymer-based systems—with emphasis on ionic conductivity, interfacial stability, and mechanical properties. Additionally, the issue explores breakthroughs in electrode design, such as composite architectures and novel active materials, which address challenges in compatibility and performance. By bringing together cutting-edge experimental and theoretical studies, this collection aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of progress and future directions in the field. We invite the submission of original research and review articles on a wide range of topics, including the synthesis and characterization of solid electrolytes, interface engineering, advanced electrode materials, modeling and simulation, and practical applications of solid-state battery systems. The insights presented here are expected to accelerate the development of next-generation solid-state battery technologies for applications ranging from portable electronics to electric vehicles and grid storage.
Dr. Artur Tron
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- solid-state batteries
- solid electrolytes
- electrode materials
- interface engineering
- ionic conductivity
- composite electrodes
- battery modeling and simulation
- next-generation batteries
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