Journal of Power Sources, Vol.388, 19-24, 2018
High-capacity FeTiO3/C negative electrode for sodium-ion batteries with ultralong cycle life
The development of electrode materials which improve both the energy density and cycle life is one of the most challenging issues facing the practical application of sodium-ion batteries today. In this work, FeTiO3/C nano particles are synthesized as negative electrode materials for sodium-ion batteries. The electrochemical performance and charge-discharge mechanism of the FeTiO3/C negative electrode are investigated in an ionic liquid electrolyte at 90 degrees C. The FeTiO3/C negative electrode delivers a high reversible capacity of 403 inAh g(-1) at a current rate of 10 mA g(-1), and exhibits high rate capability and excellent cycling stability for up to 2000 cycles. The results indicate that FeTiO3/C is a promising negative electrode material for sodium-ion batteries.
Keywords:Sodium ion batteries;Negative electrode materials;High capacity;High stability;Charge-discharge mechanism