Advances in transition-metal (Zn, Mn, Cu)-based MOFs and their derivatives for anode of lithium-ion batteries

High-performance lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have attracted intensive attention owing to their use in portable electronic devices, electric automobiles, etc. The theoretical capacity of graphite is 372 mA h g−1, and therefore, graphite cannot satisfy the ever-increasing demand for high-capacity LIBs. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and their derivatives are considered promising anode materials for LIBs owing to their tunable structure, high surface area, and highly porous structure. In this review, recent developments in transition-metal (Zn, Mn, Cu)-based MOFs and their derivatives are discussed for LIBs. Major challenges faced in using MOFs and their derivatives as anode materials are summarized, and strategies are proposed for further enhancing their performance in LIBs. This review is expected to contribute to the development of novel MOFs that could help realize high-performance LIBs.