Ultrafine MoS₂ Nanosheets Vertically Patterned on Graphene for High-Efficient Li-Ion and Na-Ion Storage

Hierarchically two-dimensional (2D) heteroarchitecture with ultrafine MoS₂ nanosheets vertically patterned on graphene is developed by using a facile solvothermal method. It is revealed that the strong interfacial interaction between acidic Mo precursors and graphene oxides allows for uniform and tight alignment of edge-oriented MoS₂ nanosheets on planar graphene. The unique sheet-on-sheet architecture is of grand advantage in synergistically utilizing the highly conductive graphene and the electroactive MoS₂, thus rendering boosted reaction kinetics and robust structural integrity for energy storage. Consequently, the heterostructured MoS₂@graphene exhibits impressive Li/Na-ion storage properties, including high-capacity delivery and superior rate/cycling capability. The present study will provide a positive impetus on rational design of 2D metal sulfide/graphene composites as advanced electrode materials for high-efficient alkali–metal ion storage.