Porous graphitic carbon nanorings (PGCNs) are proposed by smart catalytic graphitization of nano-sized graphene quantum dots (GQDs). The as-prepared PGCNs show unique ring-like morphology with diameter around 10 nm, and demonstrate extraordinary mesoporous structure, controllable graphitization degree and highly defective nature. The mechanism from GQDs to PGCNs is proven to be a dissolution-precipitation process, undergoing the procedure of amorphous carbon, intermediate phase, graphitic carbon nanorings and graphitic carbon nanosheets. Further, the relationship between particles size of GQDs precursor and graphitization degree of PGCNs products is revealed. The unique microstructure implies PGCNs a broad prospect for energy storage application. When applied as negative electrode materials in dual-carbon lithium-ion capacitors, high energy density (77.6 Wh·kg−1) and super long lifespan (89.5% retention after 40,000 cycles at 5.0 A·g−1) are obtained. The energy density still maintains at 24.5 Wh·kg−1 even at the power density of 14.1 kW·kg−1, demonstrating excellent rate capability. The distinct microstructure of PGCNs together with the strategy for catalytic conversion from nanocarbon precursors to carbon nanorings opens a new window for carbon materials in electrochemical energy storage.
In this work,silicon@reduced graphene oxide/pyrolytic carbon nanofibers(Si@RGO/C NFs) composite with double modified layer is prepared through electrospinning,stabilization and carbonization.In this composite,polyethylene oxide-polypropylene oxide-polyethylene oxide(P123,a non-ionic surfactant) is introduced as the dispersant,which can make silicon nanoparticles evenly dispersed in electrospinning solution to prevent it from agglomeration.Graphene modified layer can buffer the volumetric expansion of silicon nanoparticles,prevent direct contact between silicon and electrolyte as well as enhance the electrical conductivity.Moreover,carbon fibers synthesized by electrospinning can encapsulate silicon@graphene composite internally to form a double modified layer.This composite with double modified layer can further alleviate the volume change of silicon nanoparticles and avoid direct contact between silicon and electrolyte to form a stable interface.Owing to the above-mentioned merits,the Si@RGO/C NFs composite exhibits excellent cyclic stability and superior rate performance.Particularly,it maintains a specific capacity of 929 mA h g~(-1) with the retention ratio of 83.1% after 100 cycles at 0.5 A g~(-1) and delivers an outstanding rate capability of 1003 mA h g~(-1) at 2 A g~(-1). 相似文献