The study focuses on improving the electrocatalytic reactions in vanadium redox flow batteries (VRFBs) through advanced electrode designs, specifically a carbon fiber system with a unique distribution of heteroatoms.
This design enhances electronic conductivity and accelerates reaction rates, as demonstrated by density functional theory calculations and practical testing.
The resulting electrodes show exceptional performance, maintaining 98.3% energy efficiency after 1000 cycles, highlighting the importance of innovative electrode development for long-lasting VRFBs.