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Two‐Dimensional MoS 2 for Li−S Batteries: Structural Design and Electronic Modulation
Author(s) -
Cao Yiqi,
Lin Yan,
Wu Jianbo,
Huang Xiaohua,
Pei Zhibin,
Zhou Jianbin,
Wang Gongming
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
chemsuschem
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.412
H-Index - 157
eISSN - 1864-564X
pISSN - 1864-5631
DOI - 10.1002/cssc.201902688
Subject(s) - polysulfide , molybdenum disulfide , nanotechnology , electrochemistry , materials science , electronics , electronic structure , separator (oil production) , molybdenum , lithium (medication) , chemistry , electrode , physics , computational chemistry , medicine , electrolyte , metallurgy , endocrinology , thermodynamics
Two‐dimensional molybdenum disulfide (MoS 2 ) nanosheets attract great interest for applications in lithium–sulfur (Li−S) batteries, due to their unique physical and chemical properties, which originate from diverse chemical compositions and unique electronic structures. In recent years, many efforts have been devoted to employing MoS 2 as a polysulfide immobilizer and catalyst, functional separator, and Li‐metal protection for Li−S batteries through structural design and electronic modulation. A fundamental understanding of the interplay between structural features, electronic properties, and advanced electrochemical performance is crucial for providing valuable insights for the development of Li−S batteries. In this regard, recent advances in Li−S batteries with 2D MoS 2 materials are summarized from the perspective of structural design and electronic modulation. Finally, future prospects and remaining challenges of MoS 2 for Li−S batteries are highlighted.