Li-rich layered transitional metal oxide Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 was prepared by sol-gel method and further modified by AlF3 coating via a wet process. The bare and AlF3-coated Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 samples ...Li-rich layered transitional metal oxide Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 was prepared by sol-gel method and further modified by AlF3 coating via a wet process. The bare and AlF3-coated Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction(XRD), scanning electron microscope(SEM), and high resolution transmission electron microscope(HRTEM). XRD results show that the bare and AlF3-coated samples have typical hexagonal α-Na Fe O2 structure, and AlF3-coated layer does not affect the crystal structure of the bare Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2. Morphology measurements present that the AlF3 layer with a thickness of 5-7 nm is coated on the surface of the Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 particles.Galvanostatic charge-discharge tests at various rates show that the AlF3-coated Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 has an enhanced electrochemical performance compared with the bare sample. At 1C rate, it delivers an initial discharge capacity of 208.2 m A·h/g and a capacity retention of 72.4% after 50 cycles, while those of the bare Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 are 191.7 m A·h/g and 51.6 %, respectively.展开更多
In order to improve the electrochemical performance of polyoxomolybdate Na3[AlMo6O24H6](NAM) as the cathode material of lithium ion battery, the NAM materials with small particle size were synthesized by elevatingth...In order to improve the electrochemical performance of polyoxomolybdate Na3[AlMo6O24H6](NAM) as the cathode material of lithium ion battery, the NAM materials with small particle size were synthesized by elevatingthe synthesistemperaturein the solution.The as-prepared NAM materials were investigated by FT-IR, XRD, SEM and EIS. Their discharge-charge and cycle performance were also tested. The resultsshowthat the particle size decreasesto less than10μm at the temperature ofhigher than 40℃.When synthesized at 80℃,the NAMwiththe smallest particle size (-3μm)exhibitsthe best electrochemical performance such ashigh initial discharge capacity of 409 mA·h/gandcoulombic efficiency of 95% in the first cycle at 0.04C.展开更多
The mechanism for capacity fading of18650lithium ion full cells under room-temperature(RT)is discussedsystematically.The capacity loss of18650cells is about12.91%after500cycles.The cells after cycles are analyzed by X...The mechanism for capacity fading of18650lithium ion full cells under room-temperature(RT)is discussedsystematically.The capacity loss of18650cells is about12.91%after500cycles.The cells after cycles are analyzed by XRD,SEM,EIS and CV.Impedance measurement shows an overall increase in the cell resistance upon cycling.Moreover,it also presents anincreased charge-transfer resistance(Rct)for the cell cycled at RT.CV test shows that the reversibility of lithium ioninsertion/extraction reaction is reduced.The capacity fading for the cells cycled can be explained by taking into account the repeatedfilm formation over the surface of anode and the side reactions.The products of side reactions deposited on separator are able toreduce the porosity of separator.As a result,the migration resistance of lithium ion between the cathode and anode would beincreased,leading the fading of capacity and potential.展开更多
State of Charge (SOC) determination is an increasingly important issue in battery technology. In addition to the immediate display of the remaining battery capacity to the user, precise knowledge of SOC exerts additio...State of Charge (SOC) determination is an increasingly important issue in battery technology. In addition to the immediate display of the remaining battery capacity to the user, precise knowledge of SOC exerts additional control over the charging/discharging process which in turn reduces the risk of over-voltage and gassing, which degrade the chemical composition of the electrolyte and plates. This paper describes a new approach to SOC determination for the lead-acid battery management system by combining Ah-balance with an EMF estimation algorithm, which predicts the battery’s EMF value while it is under load. The EMF estimation algorithm is based on an equivalent-circuit representation of the battery, with the parameters determined from a pulse test performed on the battery and a curve-fitting algorithm by means of least-square regression. The whole battery cycle is classified into seven states where the SOC is estimated with the Ah-balance method and the proposed EMF based algorithm. Laboratory tests and results are described in detail in the paper.展开更多
The graphite was modified by mild oxidation, and the effects of modification temperature and soaking time on the characteristics of graphite were investigated. The structure and characteristics of the graphite were de...The graphite was modified by mild oxidation, and the effects of modification temperature and soaking time on the characteristics of graphite were investigated. The structure and characteristics of the graphite were determined by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, BET surface area, particle size analysis and electrochemical measurements. The results show that the modified graphite has a better-developed crystallite structure, larger average particle diameter, smaller surface area, and better electrochemical characteristics than the untrented graphite. The sample mild-oxidized at 600℃ for 3h has the best electrochemical performances with a reversible capacity of 304.5mA·h/g, a irreversible capacity of 66.4mA·h/g, and a initial coulombic efficiency of 82.1%. The charge/discharge properties and a cycling stability of the prototype lithium ion batteries with modified graphite as anodes are improved. Its capacity retention ratio at the 200th cycle is enhanced from 66.75% to 90.15%.展开更多
Based on the lithium-ion battery pure electric vehicle (PEV) application, two capacity types of batteries are applied in thermal characteristic experiments. With the experimental comparison method, battery thermal c...Based on the lithium-ion battery pure electric vehicle (PEV) application, two capacity types of batteries are applied in thermal characteristic experiments. With the experimental comparison method, battery thermal characteristics and heat generation mechanism are studied. Experiments of batteries in cases of different dimensions, batteries with different air cooling velocity and two capacity types of batteries in free convection environment are put forward. Battery heat generation performance, heat dissipation performance and comparison of different capacity types' batteries are researched and summarized. Conclusions of battery heat generation and dissipation in PEV applications, important battery thermal management factors and suggestions are put forward.展开更多
A nano-Li3V2(PO4)3/C powder was successfully prepared by a thermal polymerization method. The particle sizes of the intermediate product powder and the final product Li3V2(PO4)3 are all less than 200 nm. The carbo...A nano-Li3V2(PO4)3/C powder was successfully prepared by a thermal polymerization method. The particle sizes of the intermediate product powder and the final product Li3V2(PO4)3 are all less than 200 nm. The carbon is partially coated on the surface of Li3V2(PO4)3 particles and the rest exists between particles with a total carbon content of 4.6wt%. This nano-Li3V2(PO4)3/C sample shows a discharge capacity of 124 mAh/g with-out capacity fading after 100 cycles at 0.1 C in the voltage rang of 3.0-4.3 V. Excellent rate performance is also achieved with a capacity of 80 mAh/g at 20 C in 3.0-4.3 V and 100 mAh/g at 10 C in 3.0-4.8 V. This study suggests that the thermal polymerization method is suitable to synthesize nano-Li3V2(PO4)3/C materials.展开更多
Organic lithium-ion batteries(OLIBs) represent a new generation of power storage approach for their environmental benignity and high theoretical specific capacities.However, it has the disadvantage with regard to th...Organic lithium-ion batteries(OLIBs) represent a new generation of power storage approach for their environmental benignity and high theoretical specific capacities.However, it has the disadvantage with regard to the dissolution of active materials in organic electrolyte. In this study, we encapsulated high capacity material calix[4]quinone(C4Q) in the nanochannels of ordered mesoporous carbon(OMC)CMK-3 with various mass ratios ranging from 1:3 to 3:1, and then systematically investigated their morphology and electrochemical properties. The nanocomposites characterizations confirmed that C4Q is almost entirely capsulated in the nanosized pores of the CMK-3 while the mass ratio is less than2:1. As cathodes in lithium-ion batteries, the C4Q/CMK-3(1:2) nanocomposite exhibits optimal initial discharge capacity of 427 mA h g^(-1) with 58.7% cycling retention after 100 cycles. Meanwhile, the rate performance is also optimized with a capacity of 170.4 mA h g^(-1) at 1 C. This method paves a new way to apply organic cathodes for lithium-ion batteries.展开更多
We report a facile, two-step hydrothermal synthesis of a novel Co304/a-Fe2O3 branched nanowire heterostructure, which can serve as a good candidate for lithium-ion battery anodes with high Li+ storage capacity and st...We report a facile, two-step hydrothermal synthesis of a novel Co304/a-Fe2O3 branched nanowire heterostructure, which can serve as a good candidate for lithium-ion battery anodes with high Li+ storage capacity and stability. The single-crystalline, primary C0304 nanowire trunk arrays directly grown on Ti substrates allow for efficient electrical and ionic transport. The secondary a-Fe2O3 branches provide enhanced surface area and high theoretical Li+ storage capacity, and can also serve as volume spacers between neighboring Co3O4 NW arrays to maintain electrolyte penetration as well as reduce the aggregation during Li+ intercalation, thus leading to improved electrochemical energy storage performance.展开更多
Cobalt disulfide(CoS_(2))has been considered a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)due to its high theoretical capacity of 870 mA h g^(-1).However,its practical applications have been hampered by u...Cobalt disulfide(CoS_(2))has been considered a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)due to its high theoretical capacity of 870 mA h g^(-1).However,its practical applications have been hampered by undesirable cycle life and rate performance due to the volume change and deterioration of electronic conductivity during the dischargecharge process.In this study,an interconnected CoS_(2)/N-doped carbon/carbon nanotube(CoS_(2)/NC-CNTs-700)network was successfully prepared to boost its lithium storage performance,in which small-size CoS_(2)nanoparticles were confined by N-doped carbon and uniformly decorated on the surface of CNTs.N-doped carbon can effectively accommodate the large volume expansion of CoS_(2)nanoparticles.Additionally,the 3D conductive nanostructure design offers adequate electrical/mass transport spacing.Benefiting from this,the CoS_(2)/NCCNTs-700 electrode demonstrates a long cycle life(a residual capacity of 719 mA h g^(-1)after 100 cycles at 0.2 A g^(-1))and outstanding rate performance(335 mA hg^(-1)at 5.0 A g^(-1)).This study broadens the design and application of CoS_(2)and fosters the advances in battery anode research.展开更多
Hierarchical flower-structured two-dimensional(2 D)nanosheet is favorable for electrochemical reactions.The unique structure not only exposes the maximized active sites and shortens ion/electron diffusion channels,but...Hierarchical flower-structured two-dimensional(2 D)nanosheet is favorable for electrochemical reactions.The unique structure not only exposes the maximized active sites and shortens ion/electron diffusion channels,but also inhibits the structural strain during cycling processes.Herein,we report the hierarchical flower-like pure spinel manganese-based oxide nanosheets synthesized via a template-orientated strategy.The oriented template is fabricated by decomposition of carbonate obtained from"bubble reaction",via an alcoholassisted hydrothermal process.The resultant spinel manganese-based oxide nanosheets simultaneously possess excellent rate capability and cycling stability.The high-voltage LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4(LNMO-HF)has a uniform phase distribution without the common impurity phase LixNi1-xO2 and NixO.Besides,the LNMO-HF delivers high discharge capacity of142.6 mA h g-with specific energy density of 660.7 W h kg 1 at 1 C under 55℃.More importantly,the template-orientated strategy can be extended to the synthesis of LiMn2 O4(LMO),which can achieve 88.12%capacity retention after 1000 cycles.展开更多
Self-assembled Fe_(3)O_(4)hierarchical microspheres(HMSs) were prepared by a one-pot synchronous reduction–self-assembling (SRSA) hydrothermal method.In this simple and inexpensive synthetic process,only glycerol,wat...Self-assembled Fe_(3)O_(4)hierarchical microspheres(HMSs) were prepared by a one-pot synchronous reduction–self-assembling (SRSA) hydrothermal method.In this simple and inexpensive synthetic process,only glycerol,water,and a single iron source (potassium ferricyanide (K3[Fe(CN)6]))were employed as reactants without additional reductants,surfactants,or additives.The iron source,K3[Fe(CN)6],and glycerol significantly affected the synthesis of Fe_(3)O_(4)HMSs.Fe_(3)O_(4)HMSs with a self-assembled spherical shape readily functioned as high-performance anode materials for lithiumion batteries with a specific capacity of>1000 mA h g^(-1)at0.5 A g^(-1)after 270 cycles.Further charging and discharging results revealed that Fe_(3)O_(4)HMSs displayed good reversible performance (>1000 mA h g^(-1)) and cycling stability (700 cycles) at 0.5 A g^(-1).Furthermore,as multifunctional materials,the as-obtained Fe_(3)O_(4)HMSs also exhibited high saturation magnetization (99.5 emu g^(-1)) at room temperature (25°C) and could be further employed as efficient and magnetically recyclable catalysts for the hydrogenation of nitro compounds.展开更多
Heterostructures have lately been recognized as a viable implement to achieve high-energy Li-ion batteries(LIBs) because the as-formed built-in electric field can greatly accelerate the charge transfer kinetics. Herei...Heterostructures have lately been recognized as a viable implement to achieve high-energy Li-ion batteries(LIBs) because the as-formed built-in electric field can greatly accelerate the charge transfer kinetics. Herein, we have constructed the Mott-Schottky heterostructured VS2/MoS2 hybrids with tailorable 1T/2H phase based on their matchable formation energy, which are made of metallic and few-layered VS2 vertically grown on MoS2 surface. The density functional theory(DFT) calculations unveil that such heterojunctions drive the rearrangement of energy band with a facilitated reaction kinetics and enhance the Li adsorption energy more than twice compared to the MoS2 surface. Furthermore, the VS2 catalytically expedites the Li–S bond fracture and meantime the enriched Mo6+ enables the sulfur anchoring toward the oriented reaction with Li+to form Li2S, synergistically enhancing the reversibility of electrochemical redox. Consequently, the as-obtained VS2/MoS2 hybrids deliver a very large specific capacity of 1273 m Ah g^-1 at 0.1 A g^-1 with 61% retention even at 5 A g^-1. It can also stabilize 100 cycles at 0.5 A g^-1 and 500 cycles at 1 A g^-1. The findings provide in-depth insights into engineering heterojunctions towards the enhancement of reaction kinetics and reversibility for LIBs.展开更多
Li-ion batteries are a key technology for multiple clean energy applications.In this study,Cu2O nanowires were obtained by the reduction of cupric acetate with pyrrole.The resulting Cu2O nanowires exhibited excellent ...Li-ion batteries are a key technology for multiple clean energy applications.In this study,Cu2O nanowires were obtained by the reduction of cupric acetate with pyrrole.The resulting Cu2O nanowires exhibited excellent reversible capacities of 470mAh g-1 at rate of 1 C after 100 cycles.The results show that the Cu2O nanowires had more capacity than materials previously reported.No fading was observed over 100 cycles of charging and discharging.The compound metal Cu and incorporation of the conducting polymer polypyrrole(PPy)improved the conductivity of Cu2O and enhanced the stability of the electrode during cycling.The results from this study imply that Cu2O nanowires with high capacity and good cycle retention could be excellent candidates as anode materials for Li-ion rechargeable batteries.展开更多
electrolyte. The properties of lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery, such as cycle life, irreversible capacity loss, self-discharge rate, electrode corrosion and safety are usually ascribed to the quality of the SEI, which ar...electrolyte. The properties of lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery, such as cycle life, irreversible capacity loss, self-discharge rate, electrode corrosion and safety are usually ascribed to the quality of the SEI, which are highly dependent on the thickness. Thus, understanding the formation mechanism and the SEI thickness is of prime interest. First, we apply dimensional analysis to obtain an explicit relation between the thickness and the number density in this study. Then the SEI thickness in the initial charge-discharge cycle is analyzed and estimated for the first time using the Cahn-Hilliard phase-field model. In addition, the SEI thickness by molecular dynamics simulation validates the theoretical results. It has been shown that the established model and the simulation in this paper estimate the SEI thickness concisely within order-of-magnitude of nanometers. Our results may help in evaluating the performance of SEI and assist the future design of Li-ion battery.展开更多
High-capacity anode materials,such as SiO and Si/C,are considered promising candidates for high-energydensity lithium-ion batteries.However,the low initial Coulombic efficiency of these anode materials induced by side...High-capacity anode materials,such as SiO and Si/C,are considered promising candidates for high-energydensity lithium-ion batteries.However,the low initial Coulombic efficiency of these anode materials induced by side reactions(forming Li_(2)O and lithium silicate)and the formation of solid electrolyte interface film reduces the active Liions and causes low-discharge capacity.Adding a Li-compensation material in the cathode or anode is an effective strategy to overcome this problem.The most used Li-compensation material is the stabilized lithium metal powder.However,this strategy has high safety risks,high costs,and is challenging to quantify.Herein,the Li-compensation material of Li_(6)CoO_(4) is synthesized and investigated.The preparation conditions,stability in the air,delithiation mechanism,and structural transformation are analyzed and discussed.Electrochemical tests reveal that the discharge capacity and capacity retention of the full pouch cells(3-Ah)with Li_(6)CoO_(4) additive is significantly improved.Also,the reason for such improvement is investigated.This work provides an effective strategy of Li-compensating technology to enhance the electrochemical performance of lithium-ion batteries.展开更多
基金Project(21071153)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘Li-rich layered transitional metal oxide Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 was prepared by sol-gel method and further modified by AlF3 coating via a wet process. The bare and AlF3-coated Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction(XRD), scanning electron microscope(SEM), and high resolution transmission electron microscope(HRTEM). XRD results show that the bare and AlF3-coated samples have typical hexagonal α-Na Fe O2 structure, and AlF3-coated layer does not affect the crystal structure of the bare Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2. Morphology measurements present that the AlF3 layer with a thickness of 5-7 nm is coated on the surface of the Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 particles.Galvanostatic charge-discharge tests at various rates show that the AlF3-coated Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 has an enhanced electrochemical performance compared with the bare sample. At 1C rate, it delivers an initial discharge capacity of 208.2 m A·h/g and a capacity retention of 72.4% after 50 cycles, while those of the bare Li1.2(Mn0.54Ni0.16Co0.08)O2 are 191.7 m A·h/g and 51.6 %, respectively.
文摘In order to improve the electrochemical performance of polyoxomolybdate Na3[AlMo6O24H6](NAM) as the cathode material of lithium ion battery, the NAM materials with small particle size were synthesized by elevatingthe synthesistemperaturein the solution.The as-prepared NAM materials were investigated by FT-IR, XRD, SEM and EIS. Their discharge-charge and cycle performance were also tested. The resultsshowthat the particle size decreasesto less than10μm at the temperature ofhigher than 40℃.When synthesized at 80℃,the NAMwiththe smallest particle size (-3μm)exhibitsthe best electrochemical performance such ashigh initial discharge capacity of 409 mA·h/gandcoulombic efficiency of 95% in the first cycle at 0.04C.
基金Project(51574287)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2015CX001)supported by the Innovation-driven Plan in Central South University,China
文摘The mechanism for capacity fading of18650lithium ion full cells under room-temperature(RT)is discussedsystematically.The capacity loss of18650cells is about12.91%after500cycles.The cells after cycles are analyzed by XRD,SEM,EIS and CV.Impedance measurement shows an overall increase in the cell resistance upon cycling.Moreover,it also presents anincreased charge-transfer resistance(Rct)for the cell cycled at RT.CV test shows that the reversibility of lithium ioninsertion/extraction reaction is reduced.The capacity fading for the cells cycled can be explained by taking into account the repeatedfilm formation over the surface of anode and the side reactions.The products of side reactions deposited on separator are able toreduce the porosity of separator.As a result,the migration resistance of lithium ion between the cathode and anode would beincreased,leading the fading of capacity and potential.
文摘State of Charge (SOC) determination is an increasingly important issue in battery technology. In addition to the immediate display of the remaining battery capacity to the user, precise knowledge of SOC exerts additional control over the charging/discharging process which in turn reduces the risk of over-voltage and gassing, which degrade the chemical composition of the electrolyte and plates. This paper describes a new approach to SOC determination for the lead-acid battery management system by combining Ah-balance with an EMF estimation algorithm, which predicts the battery’s EMF value while it is under load. The EMF estimation algorithm is based on an equivalent-circuit representation of the battery, with the parameters determined from a pulse test performed on the battery and a curve-fitting algorithm by means of least-square regression. The whole battery cycle is classified into seven states where the SOC is estimated with the Ah-balance method and the proposed EMF based algorithm. Laboratory tests and results are described in detail in the paper.
基金Project (2002 87) surported by Key Problem Study Plan of Science and Technology of Hunan Province
文摘The graphite was modified by mild oxidation, and the effects of modification temperature and soaking time on the characteristics of graphite were investigated. The structure and characteristics of the graphite were determined by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, BET surface area, particle size analysis and electrochemical measurements. The results show that the modified graphite has a better-developed crystallite structure, larger average particle diameter, smaller surface area, and better electrochemical characteristics than the untrented graphite. The sample mild-oxidized at 600℃ for 3h has the best electrochemical performances with a reversible capacity of 304.5mA·h/g, a irreversible capacity of 66.4mA·h/g, and a initial coulombic efficiency of 82.1%. The charge/discharge properties and a cycling stability of the prototype lithium ion batteries with modified graphite as anodes are improved. Its capacity retention ratio at the 200th cycle is enhanced from 66.75% to 90.15%.
文摘Based on the lithium-ion battery pure electric vehicle (PEV) application, two capacity types of batteries are applied in thermal characteristic experiments. With the experimental comparison method, battery thermal characteristics and heat generation mechanism are studied. Experiments of batteries in cases of different dimensions, batteries with different air cooling velocity and two capacity types of batteries in free convection environment are put forward. Battery heat generation performance, heat dissipation performance and comparison of different capacity types' batteries are researched and summarized. Conclusions of battery heat generation and dissipation in PEV applications, important battery thermal management factors and suggestions are put forward.
文摘A nano-Li3V2(PO4)3/C powder was successfully prepared by a thermal polymerization method. The particle sizes of the intermediate product powder and the final product Li3V2(PO4)3 are all less than 200 nm. The carbon is partially coated on the surface of Li3V2(PO4)3 particles and the rest exists between particles with a total carbon content of 4.6wt%. This nano-Li3V2(PO4)3/C sample shows a discharge capacity of 124 mAh/g with-out capacity fading after 100 cycles at 0.1 C in the voltage rang of 3.0-4.3 V. Excellent rate performance is also achieved with a capacity of 80 mAh/g at 20 C in 3.0-4.3 V and 100 mAh/g at 10 C in 3.0-4.8 V. This study suggests that the thermal polymerization method is suitable to synthesize nano-Li3V2(PO4)3/C materials.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (21403187)the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province of China (B2015203124)the Key Laboratory of Advanced Energy Materials Chemistry (Ministry of Education), Nankai University
文摘Organic lithium-ion batteries(OLIBs) represent a new generation of power storage approach for their environmental benignity and high theoretical specific capacities.However, it has the disadvantage with regard to the dissolution of active materials in organic electrolyte. In this study, we encapsulated high capacity material calix[4]quinone(C4Q) in the nanochannels of ordered mesoporous carbon(OMC)CMK-3 with various mass ratios ranging from 1:3 to 3:1, and then systematically investigated their morphology and electrochemical properties. The nanocomposites characterizations confirmed that C4Q is almost entirely capsulated in the nanosized pores of the CMK-3 while the mass ratio is less than2:1. As cathodes in lithium-ion batteries, the C4Q/CMK-3(1:2) nanocomposite exhibits optimal initial discharge capacity of 427 mA h g^(-1) with 58.7% cycling retention after 100 cycles. Meanwhile, the rate performance is also optimized with a capacity of 170.4 mA h g^(-1) at 1 C. This method paves a new way to apply organic cathodes for lithium-ion batteries.
文摘We report a facile, two-step hydrothermal synthesis of a novel Co304/a-Fe2O3 branched nanowire heterostructure, which can serve as a good candidate for lithium-ion battery anodes with high Li+ storage capacity and stability. The single-crystalline, primary C0304 nanowire trunk arrays directly grown on Ti substrates allow for efficient electrical and ionic transport. The secondary a-Fe2O3 branches provide enhanced surface area and high theoretical Li+ storage capacity, and can also serve as volume spacers between neighboring Co3O4 NW arrays to maintain electrolyte penetration as well as reduce the aggregation during Li+ intercalation, thus leading to improved electrochemical energy storage performance.
基金the National Postdoctoral Program for Innovative Talents(BX20190157)the General Financial Grant from China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2019M660979)+3 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Nankai University(63201059)the Program of Introducing Talents of Discipline to Universities(B18030)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21421001 and 21531005)the Natural Science Foundation of Tianjin(19JCZDJC37200)。
文摘Cobalt disulfide(CoS_(2))has been considered a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)due to its high theoretical capacity of 870 mA h g^(-1).However,its practical applications have been hampered by undesirable cycle life and rate performance due to the volume change and deterioration of electronic conductivity during the dischargecharge process.In this study,an interconnected CoS_(2)/N-doped carbon/carbon nanotube(CoS_(2)/NC-CNTs-700)network was successfully prepared to boost its lithium storage performance,in which small-size CoS_(2)nanoparticles were confined by N-doped carbon and uniformly decorated on the surface of CNTs.N-doped carbon can effectively accommodate the large volume expansion of CoS_(2)nanoparticles.Additionally,the 3D conductive nanostructure design offers adequate electrical/mass transport spacing.Benefiting from this,the CoS_(2)/NCCNTs-700 electrode demonstrates a long cycle life(a residual capacity of 719 mA h g^(-1)after 100 cycles at 0.2 A g^(-1))and outstanding rate performance(335 mA hg^(-1)at 5.0 A g^(-1)).This study broadens the design and application of CoS_(2)and fosters the advances in battery anode research.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(21371023)
文摘Hierarchical flower-structured two-dimensional(2 D)nanosheet is favorable for electrochemical reactions.The unique structure not only exposes the maximized active sites and shortens ion/electron diffusion channels,but also inhibits the structural strain during cycling processes.Herein,we report the hierarchical flower-like pure spinel manganese-based oxide nanosheets synthesized via a template-orientated strategy.The oriented template is fabricated by decomposition of carbonate obtained from"bubble reaction",via an alcoholassisted hydrothermal process.The resultant spinel manganese-based oxide nanosheets simultaneously possess excellent rate capability and cycling stability.The high-voltage LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4(LNMO-HF)has a uniform phase distribution without the common impurity phase LixNi1-xO2 and NixO.Besides,the LNMO-HF delivers high discharge capacity of142.6 mA h g-with specific energy density of 660.7 W h kg 1 at 1 C under 55℃.More importantly,the template-orientated strategy can be extended to the synthesis of LiMn2 O4(LMO),which can achieve 88.12%capacity retention after 1000 cycles.
基金the financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (21501004,21771003,21901007 and 21671005)Anhui Provincial Natural Science Foundation for Distinguished Youth (1808085J27)。
文摘Self-assembled Fe_(3)O_(4)hierarchical microspheres(HMSs) were prepared by a one-pot synchronous reduction–self-assembling (SRSA) hydrothermal method.In this simple and inexpensive synthetic process,only glycerol,water,and a single iron source (potassium ferricyanide (K3[Fe(CN)6]))were employed as reactants without additional reductants,surfactants,or additives.The iron source,K3[Fe(CN)6],and glycerol significantly affected the synthesis of Fe_(3)O_(4)HMSs.Fe_(3)O_(4)HMSs with a self-assembled spherical shape readily functioned as high-performance anode materials for lithiumion batteries with a specific capacity of>1000 mA h g^(-1)at0.5 A g^(-1)after 270 cycles.Further charging and discharging results revealed that Fe_(3)O_(4)HMSs displayed good reversible performance (>1000 mA h g^(-1)) and cycling stability (700 cycles) at 0.5 A g^(-1).Furthermore,as multifunctional materials,the as-obtained Fe_(3)O_(4)HMSs also exhibited high saturation magnetization (99.5 emu g^(-1)) at room temperature (25°C) and could be further employed as efficient and magnetically recyclable catalysts for the hydrogenation of nitro compounds.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51672082,21975074 and 91534202)the Basic Research Program of Shanghai(17JC1402300)+2 种基金the Shanghai Scientific and Technological Innovation Project(18JC1410500)the National Program for Support of Top-Notch Young Professionalsthe Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(222201718002).
文摘Heterostructures have lately been recognized as a viable implement to achieve high-energy Li-ion batteries(LIBs) because the as-formed built-in electric field can greatly accelerate the charge transfer kinetics. Herein, we have constructed the Mott-Schottky heterostructured VS2/MoS2 hybrids with tailorable 1T/2H phase based on their matchable formation energy, which are made of metallic and few-layered VS2 vertically grown on MoS2 surface. The density functional theory(DFT) calculations unveil that such heterojunctions drive the rearrangement of energy band with a facilitated reaction kinetics and enhance the Li adsorption energy more than twice compared to the MoS2 surface. Furthermore, the VS2 catalytically expedites the Li–S bond fracture and meantime the enriched Mo6+ enables the sulfur anchoring toward the oriented reaction with Li+to form Li2S, synergistically enhancing the reversibility of electrochemical redox. Consequently, the as-obtained VS2/MoS2 hybrids deliver a very large specific capacity of 1273 m Ah g^-1 at 0.1 A g^-1 with 61% retention even at 5 A g^-1. It can also stabilize 100 cycles at 0.5 A g^-1 and 500 cycles at 1 A g^-1. The findings provide in-depth insights into engineering heterojunctions towards the enhancement of reaction kinetics and reversibility for LIBs.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 81270209)Shanghai Pujiang Program (Grant No. 11PJD011)the Program for Professor of Special Appointment (Eastern Scholar) at Shanghai Institutions of Higher Learning and Medical-Engineering (Science) Cross-Research Fund of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Grant No. YG2013MS20)
文摘Li-ion batteries are a key technology for multiple clean energy applications.In this study,Cu2O nanowires were obtained by the reduction of cupric acetate with pyrrole.The resulting Cu2O nanowires exhibited excellent reversible capacities of 470mAh g-1 at rate of 1 C after 100 cycles.The results show that the Cu2O nanowires had more capacity than materials previously reported.No fading was observed over 100 cycles of charging and discharging.The compound metal Cu and incorporation of the conducting polymer polypyrrole(PPy)improved the conductivity of Cu2O and enhanced the stability of the electrode during cycling.The results from this study imply that Cu2O nanowires with high capacity and good cycle retention could be excellent candidates as anode materials for Li-ion rechargeable batteries.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 11372313, U1562105, and 11611130019)the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) through CAS Interdisciplinary Innovation Team Project, the CAS Key Research Program of Frontier Sciences (Grant No. QYZDJ-SSW-JSC019)the CAS Strategic Priority Research Program (Grant No. XDB22040401)
文摘electrolyte. The properties of lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery, such as cycle life, irreversible capacity loss, self-discharge rate, electrode corrosion and safety are usually ascribed to the quality of the SEI, which are highly dependent on the thickness. Thus, understanding the formation mechanism and the SEI thickness is of prime interest. First, we apply dimensional analysis to obtain an explicit relation between the thickness and the number density in this study. Then the SEI thickness in the initial charge-discharge cycle is analyzed and estimated for the first time using the Cahn-Hilliard phase-field model. In addition, the SEI thickness by molecular dynamics simulation validates the theoretical results. It has been shown that the established model and the simulation in this paper estimate the SEI thickness concisely within order-of-magnitude of nanometers. Our results may help in evaluating the performance of SEI and assist the future design of Li-ion battery.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2016YFB0100500)the Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by Tianjin(TJSQNTJ-2017-05)。
文摘High-capacity anode materials,such as SiO and Si/C,are considered promising candidates for high-energydensity lithium-ion batteries.However,the low initial Coulombic efficiency of these anode materials induced by side reactions(forming Li_(2)O and lithium silicate)and the formation of solid electrolyte interface film reduces the active Liions and causes low-discharge capacity.Adding a Li-compensation material in the cathode or anode is an effective strategy to overcome this problem.The most used Li-compensation material is the stabilized lithium metal powder.However,this strategy has high safety risks,high costs,and is challenging to quantify.Herein,the Li-compensation material of Li_(6)CoO_(4) is synthesized and investigated.The preparation conditions,stability in the air,delithiation mechanism,and structural transformation are analyzed and discussed.Electrochemical tests reveal that the discharge capacity and capacity retention of the full pouch cells(3-Ah)with Li_(6)CoO_(4) additive is significantly improved.Also,the reason for such improvement is investigated.This work provides an effective strategy of Li-compensating technology to enhance the electrochemical performance of lithium-ion batteries.