Non-layer transition metal carbides for energy conversion and storage

Non-layer transition metal carbides (NL-TMCs) have diverse morphologies and structures, and tunable stoichiometric ratios, giving them many intriguing electrical/catalytic properties such as high gravimetric capacities, high conductivity and excellent stability. The latest progress in the use of NL-...

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Published in:Carbon (New York) 2021-10, Vol.183, p.1013-1013
Main Authors: Gao, Yin-hong, Nan, Xu, Yang, Yao, Sun, Bing, Xu, Wen-li, Lesly Dasilva, Wandji Djouonkep, Li, Xuan-ke, Li, Yan-jun, Zhang, Qin
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Batteries
Catalysts
Chemical vapor deposition
Conductivity
Electrochemical analysis
Energy conversion
Energy storage
Lithium
Lithium sulfur batteries
Lithium-ion batteries
Metal carbides
Morphology
Rechargeable batteries
Transition metals
Water splitting
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Summary:Non-layer transition metal carbides (NL-TMCs) have diverse morphologies and structures, and tunable stoichiometric ratios, giving them many intriguing electrical/catalytic properties such as high gravimetric capacities, high conductivity and excellent stability. The latest progress in the use of NL-TMCs for energy conversion and storage applications is reviewed. Several routes to synthesize NL-TMCs are described, including carbothermal reduction, chemical vapor deposition, a template-assisted method and a hydro/solvothermal method. Their electrochemical performance in lithium-ion batteries, lithium-sulfur batteries and catalytic water splitting are presented. Current challenges for the rational design and fabrication of NL-TMCs for practical applications are discussed and future research suggestions are made.
ISSN:0008-6223
1873-3891
DOI:10.1016/j.carbon.2021.07.089