Abstract
MoS 2 with enlarged interlayer spacing exhibits high Mg-ion storage capacity due to the accelerated kinetics of Mg 2+ , however, continuous decay of capacity occurs during the charge/discharge process, and the exfoliation of MoS 2 monolayers is observed because of the weakened van der Waal's interaction in MoS 2 interlayers. In the present study, PVP-MoS 2 nanospheres with an interlayer spacing of 0.97 nm are synthesized by a hydrothermal method, and employed as Mg-ion hosts. The characterization of MoS 2 interlayers indicates that PVP is incorporated between MoS 2 monolayers, and the former interacts with the latter to sustain the layered structure of nanospheres. PVP-MoS 2 shows a capacity of 143.4 mA h g -1 at a current density of 20 mA g -1 , and retains 92% of the capacity after 100 cycles due to its strong structural stability. This study provides a feasible approach to prepare MoS 2 hosts with enhanced capacity and durability.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 4426-4430 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Journal of Materials Chemistry A |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 9 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2019 |
Externally published | Yes |