Review of metal phosphides as electrocatalysts for accelerating sulfur redox reactions in lithium–sulfur batteries

Key Points

• This review focuses on the role of metal phosphides in improving sulfur redox reactions in lithium-sulfur batteries.
• Comprehensive review of existing literature on metal phosphides.
• Analysis of their electrocatalytic properties for sulfur redox reactions.
• Evaluation of performance improvements in lithium-sulfur batteries.
• Metal phosphides significantly enhance reaction kinetics for sulfur redox processes.
• Increased efficiency in lithium-sulfur battery performance due to better electrocatalysis.