Research and Application of Materials Science

Boron Carbide and Composites in Advanced Energy Storage: Research Progress and Prospects

YUZhigang (School of Materials Science and Engineering, Henan University of Technology), SHENShaoyi (School of Materials Science and Engineering, Henan University of Technology), WANGJifeng (Zhengzhou Songshan Boron Industry Technology Co., Ltd.), WUSong (School of Materials Science and Engineering, Henan University of Technology), DONGAoyi (School of Materials Science and Engineering, Henan University of Technology), ZHENGXinhua (School of Materials Science and Engineering, Henan University of Technology), LIUShikai (School of Materials Science and Engineering, Henan University of Technology)

Abstract


Boron carbide (B4C) and its composite materials demonstrate versatile applicability in energy storage technologies, particularly within new energy battery systems. This review systematically examines recent advances in their battery applications. Commencing with an analysis of B4C's distinctive physicochemical properties, crystal structure, and synthesis methodologies, we critically evaluate its implementation in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), sodium-ion batteries (SIBs), lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries, and fuel cells. The discussion substantiates how B4C-based materials augment critical battery performance metrics. Finally, development challenges and future research trajectories are outlined. We anticipate that through targeted performance optimization, innovative processing techniques, advanced interface engineering, and cross-disciplinary integration, B4C composites will unlock broader applications in next-generation energy storage systems.

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Boron carbide(B4C); Composite materials; Advanced energy storage; New energy batteries; Application advances

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.33142/rams.v7i1.18641

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