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Modelling Bulk Electrolytes and Electrolyte Interfaces with Atomistic Machine Learning
Author(s) -
Shao Yunqi,
Knijff Lisanne,
Dietrich Florian M.,
Hermansson Kersti,
Zhang Chao
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
batteries and supercaps
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2566-6223
DOI - 10.1002/batt.202000262
Subject(s) - electrolyte , computer science , supercapacitor , materials science , nanotechnology , ionic bonding , bridging (networking) , electrochemical energy storage , electrochemistry , energy storage , ion , chemistry , physics , thermodynamics , electrode , computer network , power (physics) , organic chemistry
Batteries and supercapacitors are electrochemical energy storage systems which involve multiple time‐scales and length‐scales. In terms of the electrolyte which serves as the ionic conductor, a molecular‐level understanding of the corresponding transport phenomena, electrochemical (thermal) stability and interfacial properties is crucial for optimizing the device performance and achieving safety requirements. To this end, atomistic machine learning is a promising technology for bridging microscopic models and macroscopic phenomena. Here, we provide a timely snapshot of recent advances in this area. This includes technical considerations that are particularly relevant for modelling electrolytes as well as specific examples of both bulk electrolytes and associated interfaces. A perspective on methodological challenges and new applications is also discussed.