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Ni C, Xia C, Liu W, Xu W, Shan Z, Lei X, Qin H, Tao Z. Effect of Graphene on the Performance of Silicon-Carbon Composite Anode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 17:754. [PMID: 38591635 PMCID: PMC10856289 DOI: 10.3390/ma17030754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 02/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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(Si/graphite)@C and (Si/graphite/graphene)@C were synthesized by coating asphalt-cracked carbon on the surface of a Si-based precursor by spray drying, followed by heat treatment at 1000 °C under vacuum for 2h. The impact of graphene on the performance of silicon-carbon composite-based anode materials for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) was investigated. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and selected area electron diffraction (SAED) images of (Si/graphite/graphene)@C showed that the nano-Si and graphene particles were dispersed on the surface of graphite, and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) curves indicated that the content of silicon in the (Si/graphite/graphene)@C was 18.91%. More bituminous cracking carbon formed on the surface of the (Si/graphite/graphene)@C due to the large specific surface area of graphene. (Si/Graphite/Graphene)@C delivered first discharge and charge capacities of 860.4 and 782.1 mAh/g, respectively, initial coulombic efficiency (ICE) of 90.9%, and capacity retention of 74.5% after 200 cycles. The addition of graphene effectively improved the cycling performance of the Si-based anode materials, which can be attributed to the reduction of electrochemical polarization due to the good structural stability and high conductivity of graphene.
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- Chengyuan Ni
- Key Laboratory of Air-Driven Equipment Technology of Zhejiang Province, Quzhou University, Quzhou 324000, China; (C.N.); (W.X.); (Z.T.)
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- Key Laboratory of Air-Driven Equipment Technology of Zhejiang Province, Quzhou University, Quzhou 324000, China; (C.N.); (W.X.); (Z.T.)
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Superhard Material, National Engineering Research Center for Special Mineral Material, Guangxi Technology Innovation Center for Special Mineral Material, China Nonferrous Metal (Guilin) Geology and Mining Co., Ltd., Guilin 541004, China; (X.L.); (H.Q.)
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Information Materials, Guilin University of Electronic Technology, Guilin 541004, China
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- Key Laboratory of Air-Driven Equipment Technology of Zhejiang Province, Quzhou University, Quzhou 324000, China; (C.N.); (W.X.); (Z.T.)
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- School of Environmental and Food Engineering, Liuzhou Vocational & Technical College, Liuzhou 545000, China;
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Superhard Material, National Engineering Research Center for Special Mineral Material, Guangxi Technology Innovation Center for Special Mineral Material, China Nonferrous Metal (Guilin) Geology and Mining Co., Ltd., Guilin 541004, China; (X.L.); (H.Q.)
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- Guangxi Key Laboratory of Superhard Material, National Engineering Research Center for Special Mineral Material, Guangxi Technology Innovation Center for Special Mineral Material, China Nonferrous Metal (Guilin) Geology and Mining Co., Ltd., Guilin 541004, China; (X.L.); (H.Q.)
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- Key Laboratory of Air-Driven Equipment Technology of Zhejiang Province, Quzhou University, Quzhou 324000, China; (C.N.); (W.X.); (Z.T.)
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Tubtimkuna S, Danilov DL, Sawangphruk M, Notten PHL. Review of the Scalable Core-Shell Synthesis Methods: The Improvements of Li-Ion Battery Electrochemistry and Cycling Stability. SMALL METHODS 2023; 7:e2300345. [PMID: 37231555 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202300345] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Revised: 05/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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The demand for lithium-ion batteries has significantly increased due to the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). However, these batteries have a limited lifespan, which needs to be improved for the long-term use needs of EVs expected to be in service for 20 years or more. In addition, the capacity of lithium-ion batteries is often insufficient for long-range travel, posing challenges for EV drivers. One approach that has gained attention is using core-shell structured cathode and anode materials. That approach can provide several benefits, such as extending the battery lifespan and improving capacity performance. This paper reviews various challenges and solutions by the core-shell strategy adopted for both cathodes and anodes. The highlight is scalable synthesis techniques, including solid phase reactions like the mechanofusion process, ball-milling, and spray-drying process, which are essential for pilot plant production. Due to continuous operation with a high production rate, compatibility with inexpensive precursors, energy and cost savings, and an environmentally friendly approach that can be carried out at atmospheric pressure and ambient temperatures. Future developments in this field may focus on optimizing core-shell materials and synthesis techniques for improved Li-ion battery performance and stability.
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- Suchakree Tubtimkuna
- Fundamental Electrochemistry (IEK-9) Forschungszentrum Jülich, D-52425, Jülich, Germany
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering School of Energy Science and Engineering Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology, Rayong, 21210, Thailand
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- Fundamental Electrochemistry (IEK-9) Forschungszentrum Jülich, D-52425, Jülich, Germany
- Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven, Eindhoven, MB, 5600, The Netherlands
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering School of Energy Science and Engineering Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology, Rayong, 21210, Thailand
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- Fundamental Electrochemistry (IEK-9) Forschungszentrum Jülich, D-52425, Jülich, Germany
- Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven, Eindhoven, MB, 5600, The Netherlands
- University of Technology Sydney Broadway, Sydney, NS, 2007, Australia
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Huang W, Zhao S, Wang J, Xian X. Contribution of TiN to the enhanced cycling stability of Si@TiN/C composites as anode materials for Li-ion batteries. J Electroanal Chem (Lausanne) 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jelechem.2022.116010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Xu K, Liu X, Guan K, Yu Y, Lei W, Zhang S, Jia Q, Zhang H. Research Progress on Coating Structure of Silicon Anode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries. CHEMSUSCHEM 2021; 14:5135-5160. [PMID: 34532992 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202101837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2021] [Revised: 09/16/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Silicon, which has been widely studied by virtue of its extremely high theoretical capacity and abundance, is recognized as one of the most promising anode materials for the next generation of lithium-ion batteries. However, silicon undergoes tremendous volume change during cycling, which leads to the destruction of the electrode structure and irreversible capacity loss, so the promotion of silicon materials in commercial applications is greatly hampered. In recent years, many strategies have been proposed to address these shortcomings of silicon. This Review focused on different coatings materials (e. g., carbon-based materials, metals, oxides, conducting polymers, etc.) for silicon materials. The role of different types of materials in the modification of silicon-based material encapsulation structure was reviewed to confirm the feasibility of the protective layer strategy. Finally, the future research direction of the silicon-based material coating structure design for the next-generation lithium-ion battery was summarized.
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- Ke Xu
- The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy and, Institute of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430081, P. R. China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy and, Institute of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430081, P. R. China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy and, Institute of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430081, P. R. China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy and, Institute of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430081, P. R. China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy and, Institute of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430081, P. R. China
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- College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences, University of Exeter, Exeter, EX4 4QF, United Kingdom
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- Henan Key Laboratory of High Temperature Functional Ceramics, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, P. R. China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Refractories and Metallurgy and, Institute of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430081, P. R. China
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