Issue 15, 2018

Effective strategies for long-cycle life lithium–sulfur batteries

Abstract

Lithium–sulfur (Li–S) batteries have attracted considerable attention due to their high theoretical energy density and low cost. However, their practical applications are greatly limited by rapid capacity degradation because of the unfavorable reaction between soluble intermediate polysulfides and the lithium anode. Recently, various strategies have been devoted to addressing the above polysulfide shuttle issue and to improving the performance of Li–S batteries. Herein, a comprehensive review related to sulfur-based cathode designs, separator functional-modifications, lithium anode improvements, and novel electrolyte systems is presented for extending the cycle life of Li–S batteries. In addition, the prospects of promising approaches regarding the development of practical Li–S batteries are presented.

Graphical abstract: Effective strategies for long-cycle life lithium–sulfur batteries

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
02 Feb 2018
Accepted
09 Mar 2018
First published
09 Mar 2018

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2018,6, 6155-6182

Effective strategies for long-cycle life lithium–sulfur batteries

Y. He, Z. Chang, S. Wu and H. Zhou, J. Mater. Chem. A, 2018, 6, 6155 DOI: 10.1039/C8TA01115J

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