Synthesis of one-dimensional nanostructured anode materials with high-yield, low-cost and their application in lithium ion batteries

Abstract

The electrochemical performances of lithium-ion batteries are highly dependent on their electrode materials. The currently used graphite anode is limited by the low theoretical capacity and cant meet the demand of the next generation lithium-ion batteries with higher energy and power density. Although great progress has been achieved with the development of new anode materials instead of graphite, it is still far from realizing commerce success. One of the most important points is the large-scale production of the new anode materials with high-yield and low-cost. This short article reviews the recent progress in large scale synthesis of one dimensional nanostructured anode materials in our research group, including one dimensional porous α-Fe2O3, Co3O4, anhydrous oxalates and zinc ferrite.