Nitrogen-doped carbon/graphene (NCG) hybrid materials were prepared for SIB.
The NCG has large interlayer distance with a nitrogen content of 7.54 at%.
Nitrogen-doped carbon sheets coated on both sides of graphene.
High reversible sodium storage capacity of 336 mAh g−1 at 30 mA g−1.
Good cycle durability and excellent rate capability (94 mAh g−1 at 5 A g−1).