Sulfur cathode based on layered carbon matrix for high-performance Li–S batteries
A novel carbon/sulfur composite has been fabricated by means of thermal and hydro-thermal treatments to serve as the cathode in Li -S batteries. The carbon matrix consists of graphene nanosheet (GS) and multiwalled carbon nanotube (MWCNT). The "GS/MWCNT@S" composite allows for infiltration of electrolyte into the cathode, assists in entrapment of polysulfide intermediates, and accommodates some of the stress and volume expansion that occurs during charge discharge processes. In addition, the uniform distribution of sulfur in the conductive carbon matrix promotes utilization of the active materials. A Li-S cell containing the GS/MWCNT@S cathode delivered a capacity of 1290.8 mAh/g andmore »