Silicon nanoparticle and carbon nanotube loaded carbon nanofibers for use in lithium-ion battery anodes

•Electrospun Si nanoparticle and CNT loaded carbon nanofibers were fabricated.•The 1D structure of electrospun nanofibers provides porosity for material.•CNTs reduce the volume expansion of Si in anode of Li-ion battery.•CNTs enhance electronic conduction for electrode reactions.•These contribute to improved electrochemical performance of Li-ion battery.