Reaction pathway and wiring network dependent Li/Na storage of micro-sized conversion anode with mesoporosity and metallic conductivity

Abstract

Highly mesoporous and conductive micro-sized nitride is used as potential conversion LIB and NIB anodes. Superior rate and cycling performances (<italic>e.g.</italic> 600 mA h g⁻¹ and 100 mA h g⁻¹ at 2 C for Li- and Na-storage, respectively) benefit from self-reconstruction and preservation of conductive networks.