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Aliphatic Polycarbonate-Based Solid-State Polymer Electrolytes for Advanced Lithium Batteries: Advances and
Jianjun Zhang1,2, Jinfeng Yang1,2, Tiantian Dong1
1Qingdao Industrial Energy Storage Research Institute, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao, 266101, P. R. China.
Small (Weinheim an Der Bergstrasse, Germany)
|August 4, 2018
Summary
Aliphatic polycarbonates show promise as solid polymer electrolytes for safer, high-performance lithium-ion batteries. These materials offer improved ionic conductivity and stability compared to traditional options.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Electrochemistry
- Polymer Science
Background:
- Conventional liquid electrolytes in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) pose safety risks.
- Current solid-state polymer electrolytes (SPEs) like polyethylene oxide/lithium salts have limitations in ionic conductivity and electrochemical stability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the latest advancements in aliphatic polycarbonate SPEs for high-performance solid-state lithium batteries.
- To highlight the potential of aliphatic polycarbonates as superior alternatives to existing SPEs.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent developments in aliphatic polycarbonate SPEs.
- Analysis of the properties of aliphatic polycarbonates, including amorphous structure, flexible chain segments, and high dielectric constant.
- Discussion of ionic conductivity, electrochemical stability, and thermal stability of these materials.
Main Results:
- Aliphatic polycarbonates exhibit excellent comprehensive performance as SPEs.
- Their properties contribute to enhanced ionic conductivity, electrochemical stability, and thermal dimensional stability.
- These materials are a promising avenue for developing advanced solid lithium batteries.
Conclusions:
- Aliphatic polycarbonates are a highly promising class of materials for next-generation solid-state lithium batteries.
- Further research and development are needed to overcome existing challenges and fully realize their potential.
- This review provides insights into the current state and future prospects of aliphatic polycarbonate SPEs.
Keywords:
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