TiO2(B)-CNT-graphene ternary composite anode material for lithium ion batteries

A TiO2(B)-CNT-graphene ternary composite material was prepared by in situ growth of TiO2(B) on a conductive network composed of both graphene and CNTs. TiO2(B) has nanorod morphology and is dispersed uniformly in the carbon matrices. Graphene in this composite acts as sheet-like mini-current collectors that loads TiO2(B), whereas CNTs further enhance the electrical conductivity of TiO2(B) by intimate contact between the two components in local regions, and also prevent the restacking between graphene layers. The composite anode material exhibits a capacity of 190 mA h g(-1) even after 200 cycles at 1 C, presenting excellent rate performance.