scholarly journals Crystallization of TiO2-MoS2 Hybrid Material under Hydrothermal Treatment and Its Electrochemical Performance

Materials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (12) ◽  
pp. 2706
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Siwińska-Ciesielczyk ◽  
Beata Kurc ◽  
Dominika Rymarowicz ◽  
Adam Kubiak ◽  
Adam Piasecki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hydrothermal Treatment ◽  
Surface Composition ◽  
Specific Capacity ◽  
Diffraction Method ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
Surface Concentration ◽  
Molar Ratio ◽  
Storage Device ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Chemical Surface

Hydrothermal crystallization was used to synthesize an advanced hybrid system containing titania and molybdenum disulfide (with a TiO2:MoS2 molar ratio of 1:1). The way in which the conditions of hydrothermal treatment (180 and 200 °C) and thermal treatment (500 °C) affect the physicochemical properties of the products was determined. A physicochemical analysis of the fabricated materials included the determination of the microstructure and morphology (scanning and transmission electron microscopy—SEM and TEM), crystalline structure (X-ray diffraction method—XRD), chemical surface composition (energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy—EDS) and parameters of the porous structure (low-temperature N2 sorption), as well as the chemical surface concentration (X-ray photoelectron spectroscop—XPS). It is well known that lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) represent a renewable energy source and a type of energy storage device. The increased demand for energy means that new materials with higher energy and power densities continue to be the subject of investigation. The objective of this research was to obtain a new electrode (anode) component characterized by high work efficiency and good electrochemical properties. The synthesized TiO2-MoS2 material exhibited much better electrochemical stability than pure MoS2 (commercial), but with a specific capacity ca. 630 mAh/g at a current density of 100 mA/g.

Hydro-thermal synthesis of SnO2@hard-carbon ultrafine composites for anodic performances in lithium-ion batteries

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 1677-1684
Author(s):  
Lingfang Li ◽  
Changling Fan ◽  
Weihua Zhang ◽  
Taotao Zeng
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Current Density ◽  
Surface Composition ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
Cycle Performance ◽  
Molar Ratio ◽  
Thermal Method ◽  
Hard Carbon ◽  
Thermal Synthesis ◽  
X Ray

Preparation of nano-structured SnO2@HC composites is an effective strategy to develop advanced tin-based anode materials for Li-ion batteries. In this study, cellulose with three-dimensional multi-layer structure was chosen as hard carbon source. An ultrafine composite of SnO2 and hard carbon, SnO2@HC, was prepared by hydro-thermal method. X Ray Diffraction (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM), X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), N2 adsorption–desorption technique, and electrochemical characterization were used to illustrate the microstructure, surface composition, pore features, and electrochemical performance of this composite. Results showed that in-situ growth of 3–5 nm SnO2 dots anchored on hard carbon particles formed a stable structure with abundant micropores and mesopores, which showed its good rate and cycle performance. The capacity stabilized at about 300 mAh/g after 10 cycles, at the current density of 200 mA/g. For the composite with Sn4+ to C molar ratio of 0.2:1, the discharge capacity was greater than 600 mAh/g at the current density of 50 mA/g, and 160 mAh/g capacity was released at 2 A/g.

Electrochemical Properties of Li0.99Gd0.01FePO4/C Composite Cathode for Lithium-Ion Batteries

2010 ◽  
Vol 146-147 ◽  
pp. 1233-1237
Author(s):  
Bin Sun ◽  
Yi Feng Chen ◽  
Kai Xiong Xiang ◽  
Wen Qiang Gong ◽  
Han Chen
Keyword(s):  
Specific Capacity ◽  
Rate Capability ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
Composite Cathode ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Electrochemical Tests ◽  
Capacity Loss ◽  
Lattice Doping ◽  
Scanning Electron

Li0.99Gd0.01FePO4/C composite was prepared by solid-state reaction, using particle modification with amorphous carbon from the decomposition of glucose and lattice doping with supervalent cation Gd3+. All samples were characterized by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, multi-point Brunauer Emmett and Teller methods. The electrochemical tests show Li0.99Gd 0.01FePO4/C composite obtains the highest discharge specific capacity of 154 mAh.g-1 at C/10 rate and the best rate capability. Its specific capacity reaches 131 mAh.g-1 at 2 C rate. Its capacity loss is only 14.9 % when the rate varies from C/10 to 2 C.

scholarly journals Atomic Layer Deposition of NiO to Produce Active Material for Thin-Film Lithium-Ion Batteries

Coatings ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 301 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yury Koshtyal ◽  
Denis Nazarov ◽  
Ilya Ezhov ◽  
Ilya Mitrofanov ◽  
Artem Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thin Film ◽  
Atomic Layer Deposition ◽  
Oxygen Plasma ◽  
Active Material ◽  
Specific Capacity ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
Atomic Layer ◽  
Cyclic Voltammograms ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Layer Deposition

Atomic layer deposition (ALD) provides a promising route for depositing uniform thin-film electrodes for Li-ion batteries. In this work, bis(methylcyclopentadienyl) nickel(II) (Ni(MeCp)2) and bis(cyclopentadienyl) nickel(II) (NiCp2) were used as precursors for NiO ALD. Oxygen plasma was used as a counter-reactant. The films were studied by spectroscopic ellipsometry, scanning electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy, X-ray diffraction, X-ray reflectometry, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. The results show that the optimal temperature for the deposition for NiCp2 was 200–300 °C, but the optimal Ni(MeCp)2 growth per ALD cycle was 0.011–0.012 nm for both precursors at 250–300 °C. The films deposited using NiCp2 and oxygen plasma at 300 °C using optimal ALD condition consisted mainly of stoichiometric polycrystalline NiO with high density (6.6 g/cm3) and low roughness (0.34 nm). However, the films contain carbon impurities. The NiO films (thickness 28–30 nm) deposited on stainless steel showed a specific capacity above 1300 mAh/g, which is significantly more than the theoretical capacity of bulk NiO (718 mAh/g) because it includes the capacity of the NiO film and the pseudo-capacity of the gel-like solid electrolyte interface film. The presence of pseudo-capacity and its increase during cycling is discussed based on a detailed analysis of cyclic voltammograms and charge–discharge curves (U(C)).

scholarly journals Centrifugally Spun α-Fe2O3/TiO2/Carbon Composite Fibers as Anode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (19) ◽  
pp. 4032 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luis Zuniga ◽  
Gabriel Gonzalez ◽  
Roberto Orrostieta Chavez ◽  
Jason C. Myers ◽  
Timothy P. Lodge ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Electrochemical Performance ◽  
Lithium Ion Batteries ◽  
Specific Capacity ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
Composite Fiber ◽  
Carbon Composite ◽  
Composite Fibers ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Binder Free

We report results on the electrochemical performance of flexible and binder-free α-Fe2O3/TiO2/carbon composite fiber anodes for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). The composite fibers were produced via centrifugal spinning and subsequent thermal processing. The fibers were prepared from a precursor solution containing PVP/iron (III) acetylacetonate/titanium (IV) butoxide/ethanol/acetic acid followed by oxidation at 200 °C in air and then carbonization at 550 °C under flowing argon. The morphology and structure of the composite fibers were characterized using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). These ternary composite fiber anodes showed an improved electrochemical performance compared to the pristine TiO2/C and α-Fe2O3/C composite fiber electrodes. The α-Fe2O3/TiO2/C composite fibers also showed a superior cycling performance with a specific capacity of 340 mAh g−1 after 100 cycles at a current density of 100 mA g−1, compared to 61 mAh g−1 and 121 mAh g−1 for TiO2/C and α-Fe2O3/C composite electrodes, respectively. The improved electrochemical performance and the simple processing of these metal oxide/carbon composite fibers make them promising candidates for the next generation and cost-effective flexible binder-free anodes for LIBs.

Facile Synthesis of Tremella-Like Li3V2(PO4)3/C Composite Cathode Materials Based on Oroxylum for Use in Lithium-Ion Batteries

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 1962-1967
Author(s):  
Zhen Liu ◽  
Wei Zhou ◽  
Guilin Zeng ◽  
Yuling Zhang ◽  
Zebin Wu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Cathode Materials ◽  
Specific Capacity ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
Composite Cathode ◽  
Potential Range ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Immersion Method ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron

Oroxylum as a traditional Chinese medicine, was used as a green and novel bio-template to synthesize tremella-like Li3V2(PO4)3/C composite (LVPC) cathode materials by adopting a facile immersion method. The microstructures were analyzed by X-ray diffraction analysis, scanning electron microscopy, and transmission electron microscopy. The electrochemical properties were investigated by galvanostatic charge–discharge experiments. The LVPC revealed specific capacity of 95 mAh·g-1 at 1 C rate within potential range of 3.0–4.3 V. After 100 cycles at 0.2 C, the retention of discharge capacity was 96%. The modified electrochemical performance is mainly resulted from the distinct tremella-like structure.

scholarly journals STRUCTURE OF NEAREST ENVIRONMENT OF IONS IN AQUEOUS CESIUM IODIDE SOLUTIONS FROM X-RAY DIFFRACTION DATA

2017 ◽  
Vol 60 (7) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Pavel R. Smirnov ◽  
Oleg V. Grechin ◽  
Elena A. Voevodina
Keyword(s):  
Aqueous Solutions ◽  
Diffraction Data ◽  
Ion Pairs ◽  
Diffraction Method ◽  
Cesium Iodide ◽  
Distribution Functions ◽  
Molar Ratio ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Quantitative Parameters

Comparatively large amount of works has been devoted to the investigation of the nearest environment of cesium ions in aqueous solutions. But up to date there are no precise quantitative parameters of it. Information about influence of concentration on cesium salts solutions structure is also absent. In order to get the coordination number of Cs+ ion and its dependence on the amount of dissolved salt the set of aqueous solutions of cesium iodide have been studied by X-ray diffraction method in wide concentration range under ambient conditions. Radial distribution functions (RDFs) of the solutions investigated have been calculated from experimental intensity curves of X-ray scattering. Interpretation of experimental peaks on RDFs has been made. On the basis of experimental results and literature information some physically reasonable models of solution have been constructed. Theoretical RDFs have been calculated for every model. Then an optimization procedure has also been made. On the ground of the best fitness between experimental and theoretical RDFs the optimal models for every solution have been found. All quantitative parameters have been tabulated and analyzed. Hydration numbers of Cs+ and I- increase with dilution, reaching in the solution of molar ratio 1:80 values 6.3 and 4.1, respectively. Interparticle distances of Cs+–ОН2 and I- –ОН2 are equal approximately to 0.312 and 0.359 nm. The ions do not form the second coordination shells. It has been determined that contact ion pairs Cs+–I- exist in whole concentration range investigated.Forcitation:Smirnov P.R., Grechin O.V., Voevodina E.A. Structure of nearest environment of ions in aqueous cesium iodide solutions from X-ray diffraction data. Izv. Vyssh. Uchebn. Zaved. Khim. Khim. Tekhnol. 2017. V. 60. N 7. P. 21-26.

Synthesis of MoO3/V2O5/C Composite as Novel Anode for Li-Ion Battery Application

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (5) ◽  
pp. 2911-2916
Author(s):  
Zhen Zhang ◽  
Xiao Chen ◽  
Guangxue Zhang ◽  
Chuanqi Feng
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Photoelectron Spectroscopy ◽  
Specific Capacity ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
Li Ion Battery ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Li Ion ◽  
Battery Application

The MoO3/V2O5/C, MoO3/C and V2O5/C are synthesized by electrospinning combined with heat treatment. These samples are characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Raman spectroscopy and thermogravimetric analysis (TG) techniques. The results show that sample MoO3/V2O5/C is a composite composed from MoO3, V2O5 and carbon. It takes on morphology of the nanofibers with the diameter of 200~500 nm. The TG analysis result showed that the carbon content in the composite is about 40.63%. Electrochemical properties for these samples are studied. When current density is 0.2 A g−1, the MoO3/V2O5/C could retain the specific capacity of 737.6 mAh g−1 after 200 cycles and its coulomb efficiency is 92.99%, which proves that MoO3/V2O5/C has better electrochemical performance than that of MoO3/C and V2O5/C. The EIS and linear Warburg coefficient analysis results show that the MoO3/V2O5/C has larger Li+ diffusion coefficient and superior conductivity than those of MoO3/C or V2O5/C. So MoO3/V2O5/C is a promising anode material for lithium ion battery application.

scholarly journals Study on the Synthesis of Mn3O4 Nanooctahedrons and Their Performance for Lithium Ion Batteries

Nanomaterials ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 367
Author(s):  
Yueyue Kong ◽  
Ranran Jiao ◽  
Suyuan Zeng ◽  
Chuansheng Cui ◽  
Haibo Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electrochemical Properties ◽  
Lithium Ion Batteries ◽  
Transition Metal Oxides ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
Energy Dispersive Spectrometer ◽  
Specific Capacity ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
Cyclic Voltammograms ◽  
Operating Voltage ◽  
X Ray

Among the transition metal oxides, the Mn3O4 nanostructure possesses high theoretical specific capacity and lower operating voltage. However, the low electrical conductivity of Mn3O4 decreases its specific capacity and restricts its application in the energy conversion and energy storage. In this work, well-shaped, octahedron-like Mn3O4 nanocrystals were prepared by one-step hydrothermal reduction method. Field emission scanning electron microscope, energy dispersive spectrometer, X-ray diffractometer, X-ray photoelectron spectrometer, high resolution transmission electron microscopy, and Fourier transformation infrared spectrometer were applied to characterize the morphology, the structure, and the composition of formed product. The growth mechanism of Mn3O4 nano-octahedron was studied. Cyclic voltammograms, galvanostatic charge–discharge, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, and rate performance were used to study the electrochemical properties of obtained samples. The experimental results indicate that the component of initial reactants can influence the morphology and composition of the formed manganese oxide. At the current density of 1.0 A g−1, the discharge specific capacity of as-prepared Mn3O4 nano-octahedrons maintains at about 450 mAh g−1 after 300 cycles. This work proves that the formed Mn3O4 nano-octahedrons possess an excellent reversibility and display promising electrochemical properties for the preparation of lithium-ion batteries.

scholarly journals Electrospinning synthesis of 3D porous NiO nanorods as anode material for lithium-ion batteries

2016 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 227-232 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiang Wei Kong ◽  
Rong Liang Zhang ◽  
Sheng Kui Zhong ◽  
Ling Wu
Keyword(s):  
Anode Material ◽  
Specific Capacity ◽  
3D Structure ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Lithium Ion ◽  
Metallic Nickel ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Electrospinning Method ◽  
A Current

AbstractThree-dimensional NiO nanorods were synthesized as anode material by electrospinning method. X-ray diffraction results revealed that the product sintered at 400 °C had impure metallic nickel phase which, however, became pure NiO phase as the sintering temperature rose. Nevertheless, the nanorods sintered at 400, 500 and 600 °C had similar diameters (∼200 nm).The NiO nanorod material sintered at 500 °C was chip-shaped with a diameter of 200 nm and it exhibited a porous 3D structure. The nanorod sintered at 500 °C had the optimal electrochemical performance. Its discharge specific capacity was 1127 mAh·g−1 initially and remained as high as 400 mAh·g−1 at a current density of 55 mA·g−1 after 50 cycles.

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