Unveiling the role of micropores in porous carbon for Li–S batteries using <i>operando</i> SAXS
Yun Seok Choi, Gwi Ok Park, Kyoung Ho Kim, Yelim Kwon, Joonsuk Huh, Ji Man Kim
Abstract
SAXS analysis. Micropore is a prior repository for sulfur before and after the electrochemical reaction. Mesopore is actual reaction site for sulfur species. The separate properties of the pores were established, adding critical insight to advanced carbon cathode material design.
Topics & Concepts
Small-angle X-ray scatteringCarbon fibersPorosityChemical engineeringMaterials scienceNanotechnologyScatteringComposite materialPhysicsOpticsComposite numberEngineeringAdvancements in Battery MaterialsAdvanced Battery Materials and TechnologiesAdvanced Battery Technologies Research