High-capacity anode materials for sodium-ion batteries

Chemistry. 2014 Sep 15;20(38):11980-92. doi: 10.1002/chem.201402511. Epub 2014 Aug 11.

Abstract

Na-ion batteries are an attractive alternative to Li-ion batteries for large-scale energy storage systems because of their low cost and the abundant Na resources. This Review provides a comprehensive overview of selected anode materials with high reversible capacities that can increase the energy density of Na-ion batteries. Moreover, we discuss the reaction and failure mechanisms of those anode materials with a view to suggesting promising strategies for improving their electrochemical performance.

Keywords: anode materials; batteries; energy storage systems.