Unlocking the Potential of Li-Rich Mn-Based Oxides for High-Rate Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-rich Mn-based oxides have gained significant attention worldwide as potential cathode materials for the next generation of high-energy density lithium-ion batteries. Nonetheless, the inferior rate capability and voltage decay issues present formidable challenges. Here, a Li-rich material equipped with quasi-three-dimensional (quasi-3D) Li-ion diffusion channels is initially synthesized by introducing twin structures with high Li-ion diffusion coefficients into the crystal and constructing a "bridge" between different Li-ion diffusion tunnels. The as-prepared material exhibits monodispersed micron-sized primary particles (MP), delivering a specific capacity of 303 mAh g^-1 at 0.1 C and an impressive capacity of 253 mAh g^-1 at 1 C. More importantly, the twin structure also serves as a "breakwater" to inhibit the migration of Mn ions and improve the overall structural stability, leading to cycling stability with 85% capacity retention at 1 C after 200 cycles. The proposed strategy of constructing quasi-3D channels in the layered Li-rich cathodes will open up new avenues for the research and development of other layered oxide cathodes, with potential applications in industry.