The Influence of TiO(2) Nanoparticles Morphologies on the Performance of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Anode materials based on the TiO(2) nanoparticles of different morphologies were prepared using the hydrothermal method and characterized by various techniques, such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), and N(2) absorption. The TiO(2) nanoparticles prepared were used as anode materials for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), and their electrochemical properties were tested using discharging/charging measurements. The results showed that the initial morphology of the nanoparticles plays a minor role in battery performance after the first few cycles and that better capacity was achieved for TiO(2) nanobelt morphology. The sharp drop in the specific capacity of LIB during their first cycles is examined by considering changes in the morphology of TiO(2) particles and their porosity properties in terms of size and connectivity. The performance of TiO(2) anode materials has also been assessed by considering their phase.