Next generation sodium-ion battery: A replacement of lithium

Abstract

The demands for Sodium-ion batteries for energy storage applications are increasing due to the abundance availability of sodium in the earth’s crust dragging this technology to the front raw. Furthermore, researchers are developing efficient Na-ion batteries with economical price and high safety compared to lithium to replace Lithium-ion batteries. The performance of sodium-ion batteries significantly depends on the cathode; anode and electrolyte components. In the present review paper, we discuss cathode, anode, solid electrolyte, binders and addictives properties and their performance. Furthermore, the strong and weak points of every metal and compound were discussed and analyzed in this paper. A detailed comparison of the electrical conductivity performance of solid electrolyte materials is done to find their suitability for next-generation Na-ion battery applications.