A comparative study of lithium tungstate and hexagonal tungsten trioxide as anode materials for Li-ion batteries – Influence of ab initio presence of electroactive species in the host lattice

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A comparative study of lithium tungstate and hexagonal tungsten trioxide as anode materials for Li-ion batteries – Influence of ab initio presence of electroactive species in the host lattice

Year : 2025

Publisher : Elsevier B.V.

Source Title : Inorganic Chemistry Communications

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Abstract

Two tungsten-based oxides, Li2WO4 and h-WO3, were investigated as anode materials for lithium-ion batteries in half-cell configuration (vs. Li) within the voltage window of 3.0–0.05 V. The initial lithiation process in both materials involves Li intercalation into the lattice, followed by a conversion reaction. The Li2WO4 anode exhibited outstanding electrochemical performance, delivering a high reversible capacity of 547 mAh g−1 at 0.1C and 355 mAh g−1 at 1C after 70 cycles. Furthermore, it demonstrated fast charging capability and exceptional cycling stability, maintaining a discharge capacity of 280 mAh g−1 at 5C even after 1500 cycles. In comparison, the h-WO3 anode displayed significantly lower performance under similar conditions. These results highlight that the presence of pre-existing lithium ions in the host lattice of Li2WO4 facilitates efficient lithiation and delithiation, contributing to its superior capacity and extended cycle life. This study underscores the potential of Li2WO4 as a promising anode material for next-generation lithium-ion batteries.