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Tin dioxide-based nanomaterials as anodes for lithium-ion batteries
Minkang Wang1, Tianrui Chen2, Tianhao Liao1
1School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China Chengdu 611731 China tanghui@uestc.edu.cn.
RSC Advances
|April 15, 2022
Summary
Tin dioxide (SnO2) shows promise as a lithium-ion battery (LIB) anode due to high capacity. However, large volume changes hinder its performance, requiring further research into enhancing cycling stability for commercial viability.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Electrochemistry
- Energy Storage
Background:
- Graphite anodes in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) face limitations in meeting rising energy demands.
- Tin dioxide (SnO2) presents high specific capacity but suffers from poor cycling stability due to volume expansion during lithiation/delithiation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the synthesis and electrochemical performance of SnO2-based nanomaterials as LIB anodes.
- To explore strategies for improving SnO2 anode properties through structural and compositional modifications.
Main Methods:
- Summarized synthesis methods for various SnO2 nanomaterials (pure, composites with carbonaceous materials, transition metal oxides, and hybrids).
- Analyzed electrochemical performance data of representative SnO2-based anode materials.
Main Results:
- Modification of chemical composition and morphology significantly enhances electrochemical properties of SnO2 nanomaterials.
- Various SnO2-based composites demonstrate potential for improved LIB anode performance.
Conclusions:
- SnO2-based nanomaterials offer a promising alternative to graphite anodes for LIBs.
- Enhancing cycling stability remains a critical challenge for the commercialization of SnO2 anodes, necessitating further focused research.
