Enhanced d–p orbital hybridization accelerates two-step quasi-solid-state sulfur conversion in sodium–sulfur batteries

Energy & Environmental Science 2026

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Authors: M. Wang, Yubing Hu, Rui Li, Xinran Gao, Yameng Fan, Bernt Johannessen, Yaojie Lei, Shixue Dou, Nana Wang, Langli Luo, Guoxiu Wang, Zhongchao Bai
DOI: 10.1039/d5ee06209h
Cited by: 3
References: 42

Abstract

d–p orbital hybridization at the Mo 2 C catalyst interface reconstructs the interfacial electronic structure, enhancing sulfur intermediate adsorption and charge transfer to enable an efficient quasi-solid-state sulfur conversion pathway.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies Advancements in Battery Materials Electrocatalysts for Energy Conversion

Publication details

Journal / source
Energy & Environmental Science
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
19
Issue
5
Pages
1669–1679
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN