Ultrafast, dry microwave superheating for the synthesis of an SbOx–GNP hybrid anode to investigate the Na-ion storage compatibility in ester and ether electrolytes

Abstract

The impact of ester and ether-based electrolytes on sodium-ion reversible storage in an SbO_x–GNP hybrid anode synthesised by ultrafast dry microwave superheating is investigated. Kinetic and diffusion studies further support the higher capacity, good C-rate performance, and superior cycling stability of the hybrid anode in the ester-based electrolyte.