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Rare Metals
Published in: Rare Metals 5/2017

29-04-2017

Recent advances in cathode materials for Li–S battery: structure and performance

Authors: Chao Li, Zhen-Bo Wang, Qian Wang, Da-Ming Gu

Published in: Rare Metals | Issue 5/2017

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Abstract

Li–S battery is one of the most promising candidates for next-generation energy storage technology. However, the rapid capacity fading and low-energy-density limit its large-scale applications. Scholars invest a lot of effort to introduce new materials. A neglected problem is that reasonable structure is as important as new material. In this review, four kinds of cathode structures were analyzed through morphology and electrochemical properties. The relationship between structures and properties was elaborated through reaction mechanism. The advantages and disadvantages of each structure were discussed. We hope the summary and discussion provide inspiration for structure design in Li–S battery cathode materials.
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Metadata
Title
Recent advances in cathode materials for Li–S battery: structure and performance
Authors
Chao Li
Zhen-Bo Wang
Qian Wang
Da-Ming Gu
Publication date
29-04-2017
Publisher
Nonferrous Metals Society of China
Published in
Rare Metals / Issue 5/2017
Print ISSN: 1001-0521
Electronic ISSN: 1867-7185
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12598-017-0900-2

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