Abstract Lithium–sulfur (Li‐S) batteries have a high specific energy capacity and density of
1675 mAh g− 1 and 2670 Wh kg− 1, respectively, rendering them among the most promising …

Lithium sulfur (Li–S) batteries are one of the most promising next generation battery
chemistries with potential to achieve 500–600 W h kg− 1 in the next few years. Yet …

Summary Lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries promise high energy density for next-generation
energy storage systems, yet many challenges remain. Li-S batteries follow a conversion …

Controlling electrochemical deposition of lithium sulfide (Li2S) is a major challenge in
lithium–sulfur batteries as premature Li2S passivation leads to low sulfur utilization and low …

Transition metal dissolution from the cathode active material and its deposition on the anode
causes significant cell aging, studied most intensively for manganese. Owing to their higher …

The well-known tendency of sulfur to catenate is exemplified by an extensive series of
polysulfide dianions [Sn] 2−(n= 2–9) and related radical monoanions [Sn]˙−. The dianions …

Lithium–sulfur batteries are among the most promising electrochemical energy storage
devices of the near future. Especially the low price and abundant availability of sulfur as the …

In the on going quest towards lithium-battery chemistries beyond the lithium-ion technology,
the lithium–sulfur system is emerging as one of the most promising candidates. The major …

The unparalleled theoretical specific energy of lithium–sulfur (Li–S) batteries has attracted
considerable research interest from within the battery community. However, most of the long …

Fundamental understanding of solvent's influence on Li–S redox reactions is required for
rational design of electrolyte for Li–S batteries. Here we employ operando UV–vis …