Structure and solvation of Na(I) and Mg(II) in 1,2,3-trimethoxypropane a bio-derived electrolyte for metal-ion/metal-air batteries

1,2,3-trimethoxypropane is a bio-derived, non-toxic potential alternative to synthetic glymes as components of electrolytes for batteries. This study aims to examine the solvation and coordination environments of sodium and magnesium ions - identified as targets for 'beyond lithium' batteries in this new polyether solvent to explore whether coordination is supportive of fast, or restricted, ion mobility.