Design and Optimization of Composite Anodes for Next-Generation Lithium-Ion Batteries
A special issue of Processes (ISSN 2227-9717). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 January 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: thermal management; Li-ion batteries; fuel cell; functional coatings; phase change materials
Interests: Thermal Management; surface texturing; Functional Coatings
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Special Issue Information
This Special Issue focuses on cutting-edge research and development in designing and optimizing composite anodes for next-generation lithium-ion batteries. As the demand for high-performance, sustainable energy storage solutions continues to grow, composite anodes have emerged as a promising avenue to enhance lithium-ion batteries' energy density, cycle life, and safety.
This Special Issue will bring together innovative studies that explore novel materials, advanced fabrication techniques, and optimization strategies to overcome the limitations of traditional anode materials. Topics of interest include but are not limited to the following:
- The synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials;
- The role of interfacial engineering;
- The impact of composite structures on electrochemical performance;
- The integration of sustainable and cost-effective materials by addressing these critical aspects;
- Modeling and simulation studies aimed at predicting the behavior of composite anodes under operational conditions.
This Special Issue will contribute to the advancement of battery technology and support the transition toward a more sustainable energy future. Researchers, engineers, and industry professionals are invited to submit their original research, reviews, and perspectives to this timely and impactful collection.
Dr. Behzad Haidershenas
Dr. Yanjie Yuan
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- • Composite anodes
- • Lithium-ion batteries
- • Next-generation energy storage
- • Material design
- • Electrochemical performance
- • Optimization techniques
- • Nanomaterials
- • Sustainable energy
- • Battery technology
- • Advanced materials.
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