A MOF-modified NaCrO2 cathode for high-rate and wide-temperature applications in sodium-ion batteries

Abstract

Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are considered promising candidates for energy storage devices due to their abundant resources and low cost. In this study, Cr-based metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) are chosen to modify the NaCrO2 cathode material during the synthesis process for achieving prominent electrochemical performances. The modified NaCrO2 demonstrates significantly superior rate performance compared to pristine NaCrO2; for instance, while pristine NaCrO2 struggles to charge and discharge at 50C, the coated material retains a capacity of 72.9 mA h g−1 even at this high rate. Even at an elevated temperature of 55 °C, the coated NaCrO2 exhibits excellent cycling stability, retaining 85% of its initial capacity after 200 cycles at 0.5C, demonstrating its robust performance under challenging conditions. Comprehensive characterization, including Neutron Powder Diffraction (NPD), X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS), and in situ X-ray Diffraction (XRD), reveals that the Cr2O3–C coating on the surface of the NaCrO2 cathode significantly enhances surface ionic transport while minimizing side reactions with the electrolyte by effectively isolating direct contact between the electrode and the electrolyte. The MOF-modified strategy improves cycling stability by suppressing interfacial side reactions and optimizing the phase transition process, while enhancing rate capability by facilitating ion transport. This work provides new insights for the design of high-rate, wide-temperature, and low-cost large-scale energy storage systems.

Graphical abstract: A MOF-modified NaCrO2 cathode for high-rate and wide-temperature applications in sodium-ion batteries

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Article type
Paper
Submitted
13 Mar 2025
Accepted
24 May 2025
First published
30 May 2025

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2025, Advance Article

A MOF-modified NaCrO2 cathode for high-rate and wide-temperature applications in sodium-ion batteries

Y. Luo, G. Chen, Z. Ma, X. Gao, W. Zhao, W. Tong, Y. Pu, P. Niu, W. Yao, H. Fang, M. Yang, L. Cao, W. Yin, T. Yang, M. Chu, G. Schuck, W. Ji, R. Wang and Y. Xiao, J. Mater. Chem. A, 2025, Advance Article , DOI: 10.1039/D5TA02075A

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