In-situ constructed three-dimensional MoS_(2)–MoN heterostructure as the cathode of lithium–sulfur battery

摘要

Lithium-sulfur batteries are recognized as one of the most promising next-generation high-performance energy storage systems. However, obstacles like the irreversible capacity loss hinder its broad application. Herein,we fabricated an interconnected three-dimensional MoS_(2)-MoN heterostructure(3D-MoS_(2)-MoN) via a facile salttemplate method, overcoming the intrinsic shortcomings such as poor conductivity and compact morphology of traditionally-synthesized transition metal sulfides(TMSs).Furthermore, excellent electrocatalysis ability and hierarchical pore structure effectively accelerate the sluggish lithium polysulfides conversions during cycling. As a result, 3D-MoS_(2)-MoN showed a high initial specific capacity of 1466 mAh·g^(-1)and excellent high-rate capability up to 4℃. A stable cycling performance with a sulfur loading of 2 mg·cm^(-2) was realized with a low decay rate of 0.069% per cycle. This work introduced a rational design route for the appliance of TMSs in the lithiumsulfur batteries.