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Highlights: [•] SiGe porous nanorod arrays were synthesized via template-assisted method. [•] The SiGe porous nanorod arrays were used as anode materials of Li-ion batteries. [•] The SiGe porous nanorod arrays show better performance than planar electrode. [•] The porous structure and addition of Ge is responsible for the good performance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

ZnO nanorod arrays are produced on a Cu substrate by reactive sputtering of Zn in O2-containing atmosphere followed by soaking in aqueous Zn(NO3)2 and hexamethylenetetramine. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract: This paper reports the large-scale synthesis of carbon-coated tin (Sn–C) nanorods through a facile solvothermal carbonization approach by using Sn nanorods as templates and ethanol as a solvent. The as-synthesized Sn–C nanorods have been applied as anode materials for lithium-ion batteries. The Sn–C anode, which exhibits relatively higher initial Coulombic efficiency and lithium storage capacities, is more attractive than the previously reported tin oxide or sulfide anodes. The superior performance of the Sn–C nanorods makes it a promising anode material in high-energy density batteries. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]