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Si-Based Anode Materials for Li-Ion Batteries: A Mini Review

Year: 2014

Type: article

Abstract: Si has been considered as one of the most attractive anode materials for Li-ion batteries (LIBs) because of its high gravimetric and volumetric capacity. Importantly, it is also abundant, cheap, and environmentally benign. In this review, we summarized the recent progress in developments of Si anode materials. First, the electrochemical reaction and failure are outlined, and then, we summarized various methods for improving the battery performance, including those of nanostructuring, alloying, forming hierarchic structures, and using suitable binders. We hope that this review can be of benefit to more intensive investigation of Si-based anode materials.

Source: Nano-Micro Letters

DOI: 10.1007/s40820-014-0008-2

Authors: Delong Ma, Zhanyi Cao, Anming Hu

Institutions: Jilin University, Beijing University of Technology, Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials, Ministry of Education, Jilin University, University of Tennessee at Knoxville

Language: English

Topic: Advancements in Battery Materials

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Affordable and clean energy

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,690