Trimetallic Metal-Organic Framework Nanoframe Superstructures: A Stress-Buffering Architecture Engineering of Anode Material toward Boosted Lithium Storage Performance

Metal-organic frameworks(MOFs)can serve as prevailing anodes for lithium-ion batteries,due to their multiple redox-active sites and prominent structural compatibility.However,the poor electronic conductivity and inferior cyclability hinder their further implementation.Herein,a synthetic methodology for trimetallic Fe-Co-Ni MOFs with nanoframe superstructures architecture(Fe-Co-Ni NFSs)via structural evolution is proposed for versatile anode materials for lithium storage.Ascribed to optimal compositional and structural optimization,the Fe-Co-Ni NFSs achieve exceptional electrochemical performance with superior specific capacity(1030 mAh g^(−1) at 0.1 A g^(−1)),outstanding rate capacity(414 mAh g^(−1) at 2 A g^(−1)),and prolonged cyclability(489 mAh g^(−1) upon 1000 cycles at 1 A g^(−1)).Both experimental and theoretical investigations reveal that the multi-component metal centers could boost electronic conductivity,confer multiple active sites,and energetically favor Li adsorption capability.Additionally,the nanoframe superstructures of Fe-Co-Ni NFSs could facilitate stress-buffering effect on volumetric expansion and prevent electrode pulverization,further improving the lithium storage capability.This work envisions a meticulous protocol for high-performance MOF anode materials for lithium-ion batteries.