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CoNi-embedded nitrogen-enriched porous carbon framework for long-life lithium–sulfur batteries

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Metal–organic framework (MOF) derivatives are excellent energy storage devices such as lithium–sulfur batteries. Here, a bimetallic (CoNi)-embedded nitrogen-enriched carbon framework was synthesized by a simple metal-doped zeolitic imidazolate framework thermal conversion strategy. CoNi-NC materials have a large specific surface area and a pore-rich structure. This unique structure interacts with a cobalt-based electroactive phase and a secondary metal to enhance electrochemical performance. By changing the molar ratio of nickel to cobalt and selecting the best bimetallic nitrogen-doped carbon framework, the initial discharge capacity of the lithium–sulfur battery with Co0.75Ni0.25-NC as the electrode material was 1278 mA h g−1 at 0.1 C, with excellent rate performance and good cycle stability.

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This work was financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.11264023) and the HongLiu first-class disciplines Development Program of Lanzhou University of Technology.

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  1. School of Science, Lanzhou University of Technology, Lanzhou, 730050, China

    Miaomiao Li, Wangjun Feng, Wenxiao Su & Xuan Wang

  2. State Key Laboratory of Advanced Processing and Recycling Nonferrous Metals, Lanzhou University of Technology, Lanzhou, 730050, China

    Wangjun Feng & Xuan Wang

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Li, M., Feng, W., Su, W. et al. CoNi-embedded nitrogen-enriched porous carbon framework for long-life lithium–sulfur batteries. J Solid State Electrochem 23, 2317–2324 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10008-019-04346-x

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