One-pot spray pyrolysis for core–shell structured Sn@SiOC anode nanocomposites that yield stable cycling in lithium-ion batteries

Sung Eun Wang, Jin Sung Park, Min Ji Kim, Yun Chan Kang, Dae Soo Jung

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Abstract

A novel strategy is reported for the synthesis of high-capacity anode materials with good cycling stability for use in lithium-ion batteries. A facile one-pot spray pyrolysis process is conducted using an ethanol solution of Sn acetate and diphenylsilanediol (DPSD). Phase separation between Sn and DPSD leads to the formation of core@shell-structured Sn@DPSD nanoparticles, and subsequent heat-treatment in an inert atmosphere carbonizes the DPSD to form Sn@SiOC nanoparticles (∼50 nm). When applied as an anode material in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), the Sn core retains its high energy density, while the SiOC shell limits volume expansion of the core and protects it from pulverization and agglomeration. The Sn@SiOC nanoparticles exhibit a reversible capacity of 917 mA h g 1 at 0.1C and stable cycling performance for 200 cycles at 1C. The nanoparticle formation mechanism is investigated by optimizing the Sn acetate/DPSD ratio in the precursor solution, and the origin of the enhanced properties is investigated by comparing the results of Sn@SiOC nanoparticles with those of SiOC nanoparticles and Sn microspheres. SiOC shows considerable promise as a coating material for Sn nanoparticles, which may serve as a milestone in the synthesis of nanosized electrode materials with coatings that can prolong the cycle lives of rechargeable batteries.

Original languageEnglish
Article number152952
JournalApplied Surface Science
Volume589
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2022 Jul 1

Keywords

  • Anode
  • Core-shell structure
  • Lithium-ion battery
  • SiOC
  • Sn nanoparticle
  • Spray pyrolysis

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Chemistry(all)
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Physics and Astronomy(all)
  • Surfaces and Interfaces
  • Surfaces, Coatings and Films

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