Abstract
Hierarchically porous and conductive nanofibers (NFs) comprising nitrogen-doped reduced graphene oxide (N-rGO) and iron sulfide (Fe x S y ) nanocrystals along with highly intertwined nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes (N-CNTs) abbreviated as “P-rGO@Fe x S y /N-CNT NFs” were synthesized via electrospinning technique as multifunctional interlayers via coating on the commercial separator for stable lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries. The porous N-rGO framework acts as a backbone to enhance the structural integrity of the nanostructure. The N-CNTs and N-rGO guarantee various conductive channels for quick electron transfer thus allowing fast redox reactions. The thermal breakdown of polystyrene (PS) resulted in the formation of continuous longitudinal channels. Correspondingly, the Li-S cell incorporating the P-rGO@Fe x S y /N-CNT NF-modified separator and S electrode (2.41 mg cm-2) exhibited boosted electrochemical properties such as justifiable rate capability and steady cycling performance (after 800 charge-discharge, cell exhibits a capacity of 464 mA h g-1 with 44% retention at 0.1 C). The novel synthesis strategy discussed herein will provide significant intuitions to the advancement of innovative nanostructures for different rechargeable purposes.
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