Review of thermal runaway risks in Na-ion and Li-ion batteries: safety improvement suggestions for Na-ion batteries
Abstract As the demand for safer and more sustainable energy storage solutions for renewable energy sources grows, sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) emerge as a promising alternative to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) due to their lower cost and resource abundance. However, thermal runaway (TR) hazards remai...
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| author | Aravind Reddy Boozula Khashayar Bagheri Radhika Girish Lampuse Sahil Shah Jigar Janakbhai Thakkar |
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| description | Abstract As the demand for safer and more sustainable energy storage solutions for renewable energy sources grows, sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) emerge as a promising alternative to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) due to their lower cost and resource abundance. However, thermal runaway (TR) hazards remain a major challenge for both battery technologies, affecting their safety, reliability, and commercialization potential. This review provides a comprehensive comparison of thermal runaway risks in SIBs and LIBs, analyzing especially the SIB’s thermal stability, failure mechanisms, and safety characteristics. The discussion covers key factors influencing thermal hazards, including cathode and anode materials, electrolyte decomposition, gas evolution, separator integrity, and heat generation behaviors. Recent advancements in electrode design, electrolyte formulations, thermal management strategies, and next-generation materials are also reviewed, highlighting ongoing efforts to mitigate safety risks in SIBs. Despite notable improvements in the thermal stability of SIBs, challenges remain in achieving the same level of safety performance as commercial LIBs. By summarizing current research progress and identifying critical areas for future innovation, this review aims to guide the development of safer, thermally stable, and commercially viable sodium-ion batteries to meet the growing needs of renewable energy sources. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e5b5f20d185a49e69318e5ef95da30a82025-08-20T03:46:01ZengSpringerOpenJournal of Engineering and Applied Science1110-19032536-95122025-07-0172113210.1186/s44147-025-00668-yReview of thermal runaway risks in Na-ion and Li-ion batteries: safety improvement suggestions for Na-ion batteriesAravind Reddy Boozula0Khashayar Bagheri1Radhika Girish Lampuse2Sahil Shah3Jigar Janakbhai Thakkar4Enersys Delaware IncEnersys Delaware IncDNV Energy USA, IncNextEra Analytics, IncExponent, IncAbstract As the demand for safer and more sustainable energy storage solutions for renewable energy sources grows, sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) emerge as a promising alternative to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) due to their lower cost and resource abundance. However, thermal runaway (TR) hazards remain a major challenge for both battery technologies, affecting their safety, reliability, and commercialization potential. This review provides a comprehensive comparison of thermal runaway risks in SIBs and LIBs, analyzing especially the SIB’s thermal stability, failure mechanisms, and safety characteristics. The discussion covers key factors influencing thermal hazards, including cathode and anode materials, electrolyte decomposition, gas evolution, separator integrity, and heat generation behaviors. Recent advancements in electrode design, electrolyte formulations, thermal management strategies, and next-generation materials are also reviewed, highlighting ongoing efforts to mitigate safety risks in SIBs. Despite notable improvements in the thermal stability of SIBs, challenges remain in achieving the same level of safety performance as commercial LIBs. By summarizing current research progress and identifying critical areas for future innovation, this review aims to guide the development of safer, thermally stable, and commercially viable sodium-ion batteries to meet the growing needs of renewable energy sources.https://doi.org/10.1186/s44147-025-00668-yThermal RunawaySodium-Ion Batteries (SIBs)SafetyThermal StabilityNext-Generation Batteries |
| spellingShingle | Aravind Reddy Boozula Khashayar Bagheri Radhika Girish Lampuse Sahil Shah Jigar Janakbhai Thakkar Review of thermal runaway risks in Na-ion and Li-ion batteries: safety improvement suggestions for Na-ion batteries Journal of Engineering and Applied Science Thermal Runaway Sodium-Ion Batteries (SIBs) Safety Thermal Stability Next-Generation Batteries |
| title | Review of thermal runaway risks in Na-ion and Li-ion batteries: safety improvement suggestions for Na-ion batteries |
| title_full | Review of thermal runaway risks in Na-ion and Li-ion batteries: safety improvement suggestions for Na-ion batteries |
| title_fullStr | Review of thermal runaway risks in Na-ion and Li-ion batteries: safety improvement suggestions for Na-ion batteries |
| title_full_unstemmed | Review of thermal runaway risks in Na-ion and Li-ion batteries: safety improvement suggestions for Na-ion batteries |
| title_short | Review of thermal runaway risks in Na-ion and Li-ion batteries: safety improvement suggestions for Na-ion batteries |
| title_sort | review of thermal runaway risks in na ion and li ion batteries safety improvement suggestions for na ion batteries |
| topic | Thermal Runaway Sodium-Ion Batteries (SIBs) Safety Thermal Stability Next-Generation Batteries |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s44147-025-00668-y |
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