Preparation and electrochemical properties of nano-sized SnF2 as negative electrode for lithium-ion batteries

Nanocrystalline SnF₂ was prepared via recrystallization of commercially available tin (II) fluoride. The electrochemical performance of tin fluoride as anode material for Li-ion batteries was investigated. The cyclic voltammetry of the obtained material showed occurrence of SnF₂ decomposition at first and a typical reversible alloying/de-alloying process at low potentials. Furthermore, it was found that the synthesized material delivered a high reversible capacity of 1016 mAh g^− 1 and a capacity retention of 54.8% after 30 cycles when the electrode was cycled at a current of 100 mA g^− 1.     

Solvothermal-assisted morphology evolution of nanostructured LiMnPO4 as high-performance lithium-ion batteries cathode

As a potential substitute for LiFePO_4, LiMnPO_4 has attracted more and more attention due to its higher energy, showing potential application in electric vehicle(EV) or hybrid electric vehicle(HEV). In this work,solvothermal method was used to prepare nano-sized LiMnPO_4, where ethylene glycol was used as solvent, and lithium acetate(LiAc), phosphoric acid(H_3 PO_4) and manganese chloride(MnCl_2) were used as precursors. The crystal structure and morphology of the obtained products were characterized by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy. The electrochemical performance was evaluated by charge-discharge cycling, cyclic voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy. The results show that the molar ratio of LiAc:H_3 PO_4:MnCl_2 plays a critical role in directing the morphology of LiMnPO_4. Large plates transform into irregular nanoparticles when the molar ratio changes from 2:1:1 to 6:1:1. After carbon coating, the product prepared from the 6:1:1 precursor could deliver discharge capacities of 156.9,122.8, and 89.7 mAhg-1 at 0.05 C, 1 C and 10 C, respectively.The capacity retention can be maintained at 85.1% after 200 cycles at 1 C rate for this product.     

Synthesis and electrochemical properties of nanostructured LiMn2O4 for lithium-ion batteries

Spinel LiMn₂O₄ crystal with the grain sizes of about 15 nm is firstly synthesized by hydrothermal route at 180 °C using MnO₂ as a precursor. The LiMn₂O₄ powders synthesized by hydrothermal technique and sol-gel reaction were investigated by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and Transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The LiMn₂O₄ samples were used as cathode materials for lithium-ion battery, whose electrochemical properties were investigated. The results show that the sample obtained by hydrothermal route has higher capacity than that prepared by sol-gel method.     

Synthesis and electrochemical properties of Co3O4 nanofibers as anode materials for lithium-ion batteries

Co₃O₄ nanofibers as anode materials for lithium-ion batteries were prepared from sol precursors by using electrospinning. The morphology, structure and electrochemical properties of Co₃O₄ nanofibers were characterized by atomic force microscopy (AFM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and charge-discharge experiments. The results show that Co₃O₄ nanofibers possessed typical spinel structure with average diameter of 200 nm. The initial capacity of Co₃O₄ nanofibers was 1336 mAhg^− 1 and the capacity reached 604 mAhg^− 1 up to 40 cycles. It was suggested that the high reversible capacity could be ascribed to the high surface area offered by the nanofibers' structure.     

Hydrothermal synthesis and electrochemical properties of alpha-manganese sulfide submicrocrystals as an attractive electrode material for lithium-ion batteries

A convenient hydrothermal synthetic route has been successfully developed to prepare stable rock-salt-type structure α-MnS submicrocrystals under mild conditions. In this synthetic system, hydrated manganese chloride (MnCl₄·4H₂O) was used to supply a highly reactive manganese source, thiourea ((NH₂)₂CS) was used to supply the sulfide source and aqueous hydrazine (N₂H₄·H₂O) was used as both alkaline and reducing agent. The results revealed that the electrochemical performance of the α-MnS submicrocrystals may be associated with the degree of crystallinity and particle size of samples. The initial lithiation capacity of the α-MnS submicrocrystals obtained at 120 °C is 1327 mAh g⁻¹ at 0.7 V versus Li/Li⁺, which exhibited α-MnS submicrocrystals is extremely promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries and has great potential applications in the future.     

Nanosized-bismuth-embedded 1D carbon nanofibers as high-performance anodes for lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries

Bi is a promising candidate for energy storage materials because of its high volumetric capacity,stability in moisture/air,and facile preparation.In this study,the electrochemical performance of nanosized-Bi-embedded one-dimensional (1D) carbon nanofibers (Bi/C nanofibers) as anodes for Li-ion batteries (LIBs) and Na-ion batteries (NIBs) was systematically investigated.The Bi/C nanofibers were prepared using a single-nozzle electrospinning method with a specified Bi source followed by carbothermal reduction.Abundant Bi nanoparticles with diameters of approximately 20 nm were homogeneously dispersed and embedded in the 1D carbon nanofibers,as confirmed by structural and morphological characterization.Electrochemical measurements indicate that the Bi/C nanofiber anodes could deliver a long cycle life for LIBs and a preferable rate performance for NIBs.The superior electrochemical performances of the Bi/C nanofiber anodes are attributed to the 1D carbon nanofiber structure and uniform distribution of Bi nanoparticles embedded in the carbon matrix.This unique embedded structure provides a favorable electron carrier and buffering matrix for the effective release of mechanical stress caused by volume change and prevents the aggregation of Bi nanoparticles.     

Structure and electrochemical performance of Fe3O4/graphene nanocomposite as anode material for lithium-ion batteries

Using hydrothermal method, Fe₃O₄/graphene nanocomposite is prepared by synthesizing Fe₃O₄ particles in graphene. The synthesized Fe₃O₄ is nano-sized sphere particles (100–200 nm) and uniformly distributed on the planes of graphene. Fe₃O₄/graphene nanocomposite as anode material for lithium ion batteries shows high reversible specific capacity of 771 mAh g⁻¹ at 50th cycle and good rate capability. The excellent electrochemical performance of the nanocomposite can be attributed to the high surface area and good electronic conductivity of graphene. Due to the high surface area, graphene can prevent Fe₃O₄ nanoparticles from aggregating and provide enough space to buffer the volume change during the Li insertion/extraction processes in Fe₃O₄ nanoparticles.     

Synthesis and characterisation of SnO2 nano-single crystals as anode materials for lithium-ion batteries

Rutile structure SnO₂ nano-single crystals have been synthesized using tin (IV) chloride as precursor by the modified hydrothermal method. Controllable morphology and size of SnO₂ could be obtained by adjusting the concentration of the hydrochloric acid. The SnO₂ nanoparticles were characterised by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and electrochemical methods. The SnO₂ nanoparticles as anode materials in lithium-ion batteries exhibit high lithium storage capacities. The reversible capacities are more than 630 mA h g^− 1.     

Effects of MoS2 doping on the electrochemical performance of FeF3 cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries

Orthorhombic structure FeF₃ was synthesized by a liquid-phase method. The FeF₃/MoS₂ for the application of cathode material of lithium-ion battery was prepared through mechanical milling with molybdenum bisulfide. The structure and morphology of the FeF₃/MoS₂ were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The electrochemical behavior of FeF₃/MoS₂ was studied by charge/discharge, cyclic voltammetry and electrochemical impedance spectra measurements. The results show that the prepared FeF₃/MoS₂ was typical orthorhombic structure, uniform surface morphology, better particle-size distribution and excellent electrochemical performances. The initial discharge capacity of FeF₃/MoS₂ was 169.6 mAh·g^− 1 in the voltage range of 2.0-4.5 V, at room temperature and 0.1 C charge-discharge rate. After 30 cycles, the capacity retention is still 83.1%.     

Synthesis and electrochemical properties of nanorod-shaped LiMn1.5Ni0.5O4 cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries

Nanorod-shaped LiMn_1.5Ni_0.5O₄ cathode powders were synthesized by a co-precipitation method with oxalic acid. Their structures and electrochemical properties were characterized by SEM, XRD and galvanostatic charge-discharge tests. The resulting nanorod-shaped LiMn_1.5Ni_0.5O₄ cathode active materials delivered a specific discharge capacity of 126 mAh g⁻¹ at 0.1 C rate. These active materials exhibited better capacity retention and higher rate performance than those of LiMn_1.5Ni_0.5O₄ cathode powders with irregular morphology.     

Nanosilicon anodes for high performance rechargeable batteries

Taking advantage of an extremely high theoretical capacity of 4200 mAh g⁻¹, silicon has been considered one of the most promising anode materials for lithium ion batteries. Nevertheless, it also has many challenging issues, such as large volume expansion, poor electrical conductivity and the formation of unstable solid electrolyte interphase layers. To address these challenges, much effort has been directed towards developing new strategies, such as designing novel nanosilicon and hybridizing with other functional materials. This paper is dedicated to identifying the current state-of-the-art fabrication methods of nanosilicon, including ball milling, chemical vapor deposition, metal-assisted chemical etching and magnesiothermic reduction, as well as the design principles and the selection criteria for fabricating high performance Si nanostructures. The critical factors determining the electrical conductivity, structural stability and active material content are elucidated as important criteria for designing Si-based composites. The structural evolution and reaction mechanisms of nanosilicon electrodes studied by in situ experiments are discussed, offering new insights into how advanced Si electrodes can be designed. Emerging applications of Si electrodes in other rechargeable batteries, such as Li-S, Li-O₂ and Na-ion batteries are also summarized. The challenges encountered for future development of reliable Si electrodes for real-world applications are proposed.     

锂离子电池正极材料的研究进展

研究与开发新型的电池正极材料是锂离子电池研究中的一项重要内容．目前正极材料的研究主要集中于3种富锂的金属氧化物LiCoO2、LiNiO2和LiMn2O4。本文主要介绍了锂离子电池正极材料的合成方法,同时比较了几种不同电极材料的结构以及电化学性能,指出了其工作特点和存在问题,并对该领域的研究现状进行了简要的综述。本文还介绍了锂离子电池正极材料计算研究的进展。利用VASP软件包可计算形成能、相图、电压和材料的晶体结构参数及态密度等。     

Synthesis and characterization of porous-crystalline C/Fe3O4 microspheres by spray pyrolysis with steam oxidation as anode materials for Li-ion batteries

This work introduces a novel synthesis route for the porous-crystalline C/Fe₃O₄ microspheres by spray pyrolysis with post oxidation under a steam atmosphere. The dense-amorphous C/Fe₃O₄ microspheres prepared by spray pyrolysis are firstly annealed at 700 °C for 4 h under 3 %H₂/N₂ atmosphere to crystallize the amorphous carbon and introduce micro- and meso-pores. The reduced Fe₃C nanoparticles are then oxidized into highly-crystalline Fe₃O₄ at 500 °C for 2 h under H₂O_(g)/N₂ atmosphere. The XRD, Raman, XPS, and N₂ sorption analysis confirm the successful formation of C/Fe₃O₄ microspheres with well-developed porous structure and highly conductive graphitic carbon. The porous-crystalline C/Fe₃O₄ microspheres demonstrate a higher specific capacity of ～560 mA h g^?1 at a current density of 50 mA g^?1 than the dense-amorphous microspheres, which corresponds to 92% of its theoretical value. Moreover, the sample has an improved rate capability (240 mA h g^?1 even at 5000 mA g^?1) and stable long-term cycling performance due to the synergy between porous structure and graphitic carbon.     

锂离子电池高镍三元材料的研究进展

用于锂离子电池的高镍三元材料由于成本低、能量密度高、可逆容量高、环境友好等优点,是现在以及未来车用动力电池首选正极材料。本文在综述了高镍三元材料的晶体结构特性和电化学特性的基础上,介绍了国内外主要制备方法、掺杂以及包覆等改性措施,重点讨论了不同种类包覆材料对高镍三元倍率性能、循环性能和高温稳定性能的影响。最后,针对高镍三元电解液、安全性、压实密度及循环寿命等问题进行分析与展望。     

Recent research progress of alloy-containing lithium anodes in lithium-metal batteries

Lithium metal is regarded as one of the most ideal anode materials for next-generation batteries, due to its high theoretical capacity of 3860 mAh g⁻¹ and low redox potential (−3.04 V vs standard hydrogen electrode). However, practical applications of lithium anodes are impeded by the uncontrollable growth of lithium dendrite and continuous reactions between lithium and electrolyte during cycling processes. According to reports for decades, artificial solid electrolyte interface (SEI), electrolyte additives, and construction of three-dimensional (3D) structures are demonstrated essential strategies. Among numerous approaches, metals that can alloy with lithium have been employed to homogenize lithium deposition and accelerate Li ion transportation, which attract more and more attention. This review aims to summarize the lithium alloying applied in lithium anodes including the fabricating approaches of alloy-containing lithium anodes, and the action mechanism and challenges of fabricated lithium anodes. Based on summarizing the literature, shortcomings and challenges as well as the prospects are also analyzed, to impel further research of lithium anodes and lithium-based batteries.     

NiCo2O4/氧化石墨烯复合材料制备与电化学性能研究

为了研究NiCo₂O₄/氧化石墨烯(NiCo₂O₄/GO)复合材料的电化学性能,本文通过先水热合成前驱体再煅烧的方法制备了一系列NiCo₂O₄/GO复合材料.利用X射线衍射(XRD)、扫描电子显微镜(SEM)和电化学方法对其进行物理表征,其中以GO质量浓度为1 mg/mL悬浊液制备出的NiCo₂O₄ /GO-3复合材料呈类海胆状结构.在1 M KOH水溶液中使用循环伏安法、恒电流充/放电法和交流阻抗法研究了NiCo₂O₄/GO复合材料电化学性能.研究表明,与纯NiCo₂O₄相比,制备的NiCo₂O₄ /GO复合材料的比容量和赝电容性能均有明显提高,这主要是由于NiCo₂O₄ /GO复合材料中NiCo₂O₄与GO纳米片的相互作用形成的高孔隙率复合结构;NiCo₂O₄ /GO-3复合材料在电流密度为0.5~3.0 A/g时,比电容超过650 F/g,具有良好的倍率性能和高比容量.采用本文方法合成的NiCo₂O₄/GO复合材料,既提高了其倍率性能又保证了高比容量,是一种良好的超级电容器电极材料.     

Multi-shelled porous LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4 microspheres as a 5 V cathode material for lithium-ion batteries

Multi-shelled porous LiNi_0.5Mn_1.5O₄ microspheres have been successfully synthesized by a co-precipitation approach combined with high-temperature calcinations. The compositions and structures of multi-shelled LiNi_0.5Mn_1.5O₄ microspheres have been investigated by a variety of characterization methods. The LiNi_0.5Mn_1.5O₄ microspheres are composed of a lot of concentric circular porous shells with constant O, Mn, and Ni concentration, which is ascribed to the fast outward diffusion of Mn and Ni atoms and the slow inward diffusion of O and Li atoms during the calcination process. Electrochemical measurements show that LiNi_0.5Mn_1.5O₄ microspheres deliver good cycling stability and rate capability with discharge capacities of 137.1 (0.1 C), 133.9 (0.2 C), 124.2 (0.5 C), 114.9 (1 C), and 96.0 mAh g⁻¹ (2 C). The LiNi_0.5Mn_1.5O₄ microspheres synthesized by the facile method may be a promising cathode candidate for high energy density lithium-ion batteries.     

锂离子电池正极材料层状LiMnO2的研究进展

对近年来圆外层状氧化锰锂正极材料的研究进展进行了综述。详细介绍了正交和单斜同质多晶层状氧化锰锂的晶体结构，合成方法及其电化学特性。开发新的合成方法以及多组分掺杂改性以提高英应用性仍是今后．层状氧化锰锂的研究发展方向。     

Si/C particles on graphene sheet as stable anode for lithium-ion batteries

Silicon is considered as one of the most promising anodes for Li-ion batteries (LIBs),but it is limited for commercial applications by the critical issue of large volume expansion during the lithiation.In this work,the structure of silicon/carbon (Si/C) particles on graphene sheets (Si/C-G) was obtained to solve the issue by using the void space of Si/C particles and graphene.Si/C-G material was from Si/PDA-GO that silicon particles was coated by polydopamine (PDA) and reacted with oxide graphene (GO).The Si/C-G material have good cycling performance as the stability of the structure during the lithiation/dislithiation.The Si/C-G anode materials exhibited high reversible capacity of 1910.5 mA h g-1 and 1196.1 mA h g-1 after 700 cycles at 357.9 mA g-1,and have good rate property of 507.2 mA h g-1 at high current density,showing significantly improved commercial viability of silicon electrodes in high-energy-density LIBs.