Hybrid nanotubes constructed by confining Ti0.95Nb0.95O4 quantum dots in porous bamboo-like CNTs: superior anode materials for boosting lithium storage
Yakun Tang,
Wenjie Ma,
Yue Zhang
et al.
Abstract:Hybrids consisting of Ti0.95Nb0.95O4 quantum dots that are confined in porous bamboo-like CNTs show great application prospects in high-performance LIBs.
“…Fuel cells and lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are widely recognized as excellent systems for good storage of electric energy, which can store and convert chemical energy into electricity efficiently and vice versa [1][2][3]. Nonetheless, the current predominant commercial anode material, graphite (840 mAh cm −3 ), possesses a limited capacity that falls short of meeting future demands [4,5]. On the other hand, low lithiation/delithiation voltage compounds have potential safety issues [6].…”
In energy application technology, the anode part of the electrode is typically composed of carbon-coated materials that exhibit excellent electrochemical performance. The carbon-coated electrodes facilitate electrochemical reactions involving the fuel and the oxidant. Energy electrodes are used in stationary power plants to generate electricity for the grid. These large-scale installations are known as distributed generation systems and contribute to grid stability and reliability. Understanding the practical applications of energy materials remains a significant hurdle in the way of commercialization. An anode electrode has one key limitation, specifically with alloy-type candidates, as they tend to exhibit rapid capacity degradation during cycling due to volume expansion. Herein, biomass-derived carbon from sunflowers (seeds husks) via pyrolysis and then bismuth nanoparticles are treated with carbon via a simple wet-chemical method. The electrode Bi@C offers several structural advantages, such as high capacity, good cycling stability, and exceptional capability at the current rate of 500 mA g−1, delivering a capacity of 731.8 mAh g−1 for 200 cycles. The biomass-derived carbon coating protects the bismuth nanoparticles and contributes to enhanced electronic conductivity. Additionally, we anticipate the use of low-cost biomass with hybrid composition has the potential to foster environment-friendly practices in the development of next-generation advanced fuel cell technology.
“…Fuel cells and lithium-ion rechargeable batteries are widely recognized as excellent systems for good storage of electric energy, which can store and convert chemical energy into electricity efficiently and vice versa [1][2][3]. Nonetheless, the current predominant commercial anode material, graphite (840 mAh cm −3 ), possesses a limited capacity that falls short of meeting future demands [4,5]. On the other hand, low lithiation/delithiation voltage compounds have potential safety issues [6].…”
In energy application technology, the anode part of the electrode is typically composed of carbon-coated materials that exhibit excellent electrochemical performance. The carbon-coated electrodes facilitate electrochemical reactions involving the fuel and the oxidant. Energy electrodes are used in stationary power plants to generate electricity for the grid. These large-scale installations are known as distributed generation systems and contribute to grid stability and reliability. Understanding the practical applications of energy materials remains a significant hurdle in the way of commercialization. An anode electrode has one key limitation, specifically with alloy-type candidates, as they tend to exhibit rapid capacity degradation during cycling due to volume expansion. Herein, biomass-derived carbon from sunflowers (seeds husks) via pyrolysis and then bismuth nanoparticles are treated with carbon via a simple wet-chemical method. The electrode Bi@C offers several structural advantages, such as high capacity, good cycling stability, and exceptional capability at the current rate of 500 mA g−1, delivering a capacity of 731.8 mAh g−1 for 200 cycles. The biomass-derived carbon coating protects the bismuth nanoparticles and contributes to enhanced electronic conductivity. Additionally, we anticipate the use of low-cost biomass with hybrid composition has the potential to foster environment-friendly practices in the development of next-generation advanced fuel cell technology.
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