Issue 4, 2022

Challenges of layer-structured cathodes for sodium-ion batteries

Abstract

As the most promising alternative to lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) still face many issues that hinder their large-scale commercialization. Layered transition metal oxide cathodes have attracted widespread attention owing to their large specific capacity, high ionic conductivity, and feasible preparation conditions. However, their electrochemical properties are usually limited by the irreversible phase transition and harsh storage conditions caused by humidity sensitivity. Recently, tremendous efforts have been devoted to solving these issues toward advanced high-performance layered oxide cathodes. Herein, we summarize these remaining challenges of layered oxide cathodes and the corresponding modification strategies such as the variations in chemical compositions, the architecture of (nano)micro-structures, surface engineering, and the regulation of phase compositions. We hope that the understanding presented in this review can provide useful guidance to developing high-performance layer-structured cathode materials for advanced SIBs.

Graphical abstract: Challenges of layer-structured cathodes for sodium-ion batteries

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
09 Nov. 2021
Accepted
16 Dec. 2021
First published
20 Dec. 2021

Nanoscale Horiz., 2022,7, 338-351

Challenges of layer-structured cathodes for sodium-ion batteries

C. Shi, L. Wang, X. Chen, J. Li, S. Wang, J. Wang and H. Jin, Nanoscale Horiz., 2022, 7, 338 DOI: 10.1039/D1NH00585E

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