Electrochemical characterization of a LiV3O8-polypyrrole composite as a cathode material for lithium ion batteries

► LiV3O8-PPy composite has been synthesized successfully. ► LiV3O8-PPy composite shows better cycling behavior and rate capability than LiV3O8. ► LiV3O8-PPy composite shows lower electrochemical resistance than LiV3O8.