Abstract
In an effort to develop \(\hbox {Al}^{3+}\) ion-based rechargeable electrochemical cells, there is massive exploration of appropriate electrode materials in contemporary times. Aluminium is a natural choice due to its high abundance, low cost and easy processing. Herein, the working of rechargeable aqueous aluminium-ion batteries which comprise graphite from pencil sketch as the cathode, \(\hbox {TiO}_{{2}}\) as the anode and an \(\hbox {Al}^{3+}\) ion conducting aqueous electrolyte is demonstrated for the first time. The aluminium-ion cell delivers a discharge voltage of 1.5 V and stable specific capacities of \(\hbox {25 mAh g}^{-1}\) over 1000 cycles. This proof of concept emphasizes on the possibility of achieving sustainable, easy to assemble and low-cost rechargeable batteries.
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SKD acknowledges the financial support received from Science and Engineering Research Board, Department of Science and Technology, Government of India (Grant No.: CRG/2018/000263).
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Nandi, S., Lahan, H. & Das, S.K. A proof of concept for low-cost rechargeable aqueous aluminium-ion batteries. Bull Mater Sci 43, 26 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12034-019-1988-9
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