The Chevrel phases (CPs, MxMo6T8, M=metal, T=S or Se) are capable of rapid and reversible intercalation of multivalent ions and are the most practical cathode materials for rechargeable magnesium batteries. For the first time, we report a facile method for synthesizing Mo6S8 nanoparticles and demonstrate that these nanoparticles have significantly better Mg2+ intercalation kinetics compared with microparticles. The results described in this work could inspire the synthesis of nanoscale CPs, which could substantially impact their application.
Revised: February 12, 2015 |
Published: August 14, 2014
Citation
Cheng Y., L.R. Parent, Y. Shao, C.M. Wang, V.L. Sprenkle, G. Li, and J. Liu. 2014.Facile Synthesis of Chevrel Phase Nanocubes and their Applications for Multivalent Energy Storage.Chemistry of Materials 26, no. 17:4904-4907.PNNL-SA-101661.doi:10.1021/cm502306c