The development of heterostructured anode materials provides an effective approach for enhancing the electrochemical performance of sodium-ion batteries (SIBs). In this work, ab initio molecular dynamics simulations and first-principles calculations are employed to investigate the Na-ion intercalation and diffusion in MXene/graphene oxide heterostructures. The influence of graphene oxidation on interlayer spacing, Na-ion diffusion kinetics, and transport mechanisms is examined at an atomic scale. It has been observed that oxygen functional groups can increase the interspacing between adjacent layers, thereby improving the initial embedding of Na ions. However, overoxidation causes an obstructive effect on the ionic conduction channels. An appropriate oxidation degree enables optimal Na-ion migration kinetics while retaining structural integrity. Our simulation results provide crucial insights into the rational design of high-performance MXene-based anodes for SIBs with excellent capacity and cycling stability.
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