Reduced Graphene Oxide Modulated FeSe/C Anode Materials for High-Stable and Long-Life Potassium-Ion Batteries

Reduced graphene oxide (rGO) has been demonstrated to effectively enhance the potassium storage performance of transition metal selenides due to its robust mechanical properties and high conductivity. However, the impact of rGO on the electrode-electrolyte interface, a crucial factor in the electrochemical performance of potassium-ion batteries (PIBs), requires further exploration. In this study, we synthesized a seamless architecture of rGO on FeSe/C nanocrystals (FeSe/C@rGO). Comparative analysis between FeSe/C and FeSe/C@rGO reveals that the rGO layer exhibits robust adsorption energies towards EC and DEC, inducing the formation of organic-rich solid-electrolyte interphase (SEI) without damage to the structural integrity. Furthermore, incorporating rGO triggers K⁺-ions into the double electrode layer (EDL), markedly improving the transport of K⁺-ions. As a PIB anode, FeSe/C@rGO exhibits a reversible capacity of 332 mAh g⁻¹ at 200 mA g⁻¹ after 300 cycles, along with excellent long-term cycling stability, showcasing an ultralow decay rate of only 0.086 % per cycle after 1900 cycles at 1000 mA g⁻¹.