Design and synthesis of a stable-performance P2-type layered cathode material for sodium ion batteries†
Abstract
P2-type Na0.6Ni0.2Co0.2Mn0.5Ti0.1O2 powders are successfully synthesized by a solid state reaction. Ex situ XRD reveals the phase transition process from P2 to O2 occurs at 4.1 V. As they are cycled in a narrow voltage window (4.2–2 V), they exhibit excellent cycling stability and high rate capability. Even at 5C for 250 cycles, the reversible capacity could be kept at 66.0 mA h g−1.