Improved performance of rechargeable alkaline batteries via surfactant-mediated electrosynthesis of MnO2

Enhancements of electrochemical properties, observed for Triton X-100 modified EMD, could be attributed to a homogeneous current distribution with unique crystalline structure, based on the modified electrode/solution interface, through adsorbed surfactant layers. Moreover, the observed improvements appear connected to the enhanced film growth, with different degrees of mesoscopic organizations. Higher cycle performances, mechanical stabilities and the ease of production make this method excellent for being employed in a number of industrial applications.