In the present study, we report the green and onepot
synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on as-prepared
novel polyoxometalate {[Ni2,5(Hpen)4(PW9O34)] ·5H2O}
(POM) without any reducing agent and its application as improved
anode material for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). The
structure of the AgNPs involved POM (AgNPs/POM) nanocomposite
was characterized by transmission electron microscopy,
scanning electron microscopy, and X-ray photoelectron
spectroscopy. The synthesized POM was also characterized
by elemental analysis and thermal analysis. The electrochemical
performances of the POM, AgNPs, and AgNPs/POM
composites were measured for charge/discharge specific capacities
at different current rates in CR2032 coin-type cells.
The prepared AgNPs/POM composite showed a high specific
gravimetric capacity of about 1760 mAh g−1 and long-term
cycle stability.
