Development Status and Existing Problems of Ion-Solvation Membranes for Electrolysis of Water

Authors

Zheng-Yuan Zhou, State Key Laboratory of Advanced Fiber Materials, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
Yu-Tao Sun, Flexible Functional Materials Institute, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng 224051, China
Zheng-Bang Liu, School of Textiles and Fashion, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai 201620, China
Chuan-Zheng Wang, Flexible Functional Materials Institute, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng 224051, China
Yong-Nan Zhou, State Key Laboratory of Advanced Fiber Materials, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
Xi Luo, State Key Laboratory of Advanced Fiber Materials, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
Tian-Chi Zhou, Flexible Functional Materials Institute, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng 224051, China; Shaoxing Doctoral Innovation Station, Shaoxing Tujin Textile Co, Shaoxing 312099, ChinaFollow
Jin-Li Qiao, State Key Laboratory of Advanced Fiber Materials, College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, ChinaFollow

Corresponding Author

Tian-Chi Zhou (zhoutianchi@ycit.edu.cn);
Jin-Li Qiao (qiaojl@dhu.edu.cn)

Abstract

Ion-solvaing membranes (ISMs) have received extensive attention in recent years as a key component in electrochemical energy conversion and storage devices. This article provides an overview of structural composition, performance advantages, research progress, ion conduction mechanism and existing issues of ISMs, primarily classifying them according to the matrix structure. A detailed analysis of performance enhancement methods, key performance indicators of ISMs and performance influencing factors is also presented. The article contributes to further optimizing the design and application of ion-solvation membranes, providing theoretical support for the development of fields such as hydrogen production through electrolysis of water and electrochemical energy in the future.

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Keywords

Ion-solvation membrane, Alkaline water electrolysis, Deprotonated group, Ionic conduction mechanism, Hydrogen energy

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.61558/2993-074X.3586

Creative Commons License

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Publication Date

2026-01-28

Online Available Date

2025-09-22

Revised Date

2025-08-18

Received Date

2025-05-18

Recommended Citation

Zheng-Yuan Zhou, Yu-Tao Sun, Zheng-Bang Liu, Chuan-Zheng Wang, Yong-Nan Zhou, Xi Luo, Tian-Chi Zhou, Jin-Li Qiao. Development Status and Existing Problems of Ion-Solvation Membranes for Electrolysis of Water[J]. Journal of Electrochemistry, 2026 , 32(1): 2515006.
DOI: 10.61558/2993-074X.3586
Available at: https://jelectrochem.xmu.edu.cn/journal/vol32/iss1/1