Recent advances of two-dimensional materials-based heterostructures for rechargeable batteries

Because of their unique layer structure, 2D materials have demonstrated to be promising electrode materials for rechargeable batteries. However, individual 2D materials cannot meet all the performance requirements of energy density, power density, and cycle life. Constructing 2D materials-based heterostructures offers an opportunity to synergistically handle the deficiencies of individual 2D materials and modulate the physical and electrochemical properties. The enlarged interlayer distance and increased binding energy with ions of heterostructures can facilitate charge transfer, boost electrochemical reactivities, resulting in an enhanced performance in rechargeable batteries. Here we summarize the latest development of heterostructures consisted of 2D materials and their applications in rechargeable batteries. Firstly, different preparation strategies and optimized structure engineering strategies of 2D materials-based heterostructures are systematically introduced. Secondly, the unique functions of 2D materials-based heterostructures in rechargeable batteries are discussed respectively. Finally, challenges and perspectives are presented to inspire the future study of 2D materials-based heterostructures.