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  • Energy Storage

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  • Metal chalcogenides (MCs) show potential for sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) due to their low cost and high theoretical capacity.
  • However, their practical use as SIB anodes is limited by poor electrochemical stability and slow kinetics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review recent advancements in metal chalcogenides for SIB electrodes.
  • To summarize synthesis methods, modification strategies, and reaction mechanisms of layered and non-layered MCs.
  • To propose future challenges, solutions, and prospects for MCs in SIB anode applications.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of metal chalcogenides in sodium-ion battery research.
  • Analysis of synthesis techniques, compositional modifications, and doping strategies.
  • Examination of morphological control, encapsulation, and electrolyte optimization methods.

Main Results:

  • MCs offer high theoretical capacity but require strategies like dimension reduction and doping to overcome stability and kinetic limitations.
  • Various modification approaches, including morphology control and electrolyte optimization, are crucial for enhancing performance.
  • Understanding reaction mechanisms for both layered and non-layered MCs is key to their development.

Conclusions:

  • Metal chalcogenides are viable candidates for SIB anodes, with ongoing research focused on improving their stability and kinetics.
  • Strategic material design and advanced characterization are essential for unlocking the full potential of MCs.
  • Future research should address remaining challenges to enable the widespread adoption of MCs in SIB technology.