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Can redox-active organic molecules be used in alkaline flow batteries?

The battery operates efficiently with high power density near room temperature. These results demonstrate the stability and performance of redox-active organic molecules in alkaline flow batteries, potentially enabling cost-effective stationary storage of renewable energy.

Are alkaline flow batteries safe?

We report an alkaline flow battery based on redox-active organic molecules that are composed entirely of Earth-abundant elements and are nontoxic, nonflammable, and safe for use in residential and commercial environments. The battery operates efficiently with high power density near room temperature.

What are aqueous organic redox flow batteries?

Recently, aqueous organic redox flow batteries (AORFBs), utilizing water-soluble organic molecules as redox-active species, have garnered widespread attention [8, 9]. The conversion between electrical and chemical energy in organic molecules often involves electron transfer at active centers such as oxygen, nitrogen, sulfur, or radicals, etc.

What are some good books about aqueous organic flow batteries?

J. Power Sources 499, 229965 (2021). D. R. Lide. CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics. (Taylor & Francis, 2005). Zhang, Y. et al. Insights into an air-stable methylene blue catholyte towards kW-scale practical aqueous organic flow batteries. Energy Environ. Sci. 16, 231–240 (2023).

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