Thin-film lithium-ion batteries offer improved performance by having a higher average output voltage, lighter weights thus higher (3x), and longer cycling life (1200 cycles without degradation) and can work in a wider range of temperatures (between -20 and 60 °C)than typical rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Li-ion transfer cells are the most promising systems for satisfying the demand of high specific en.
What is lithium-ion batteries - thin film for energy materials and devices?
The book “Lithium-ion Batteries - Thin Film for Energy Materials and Devices” provides recent research and trends for thin film materials relevant to energy utilization. The book has seven chapters with high quality content covering general aspects of the fabrication method for cathode, anode, and solid electrolyte materials and their thin films.
What is a thin film based battery?
In a thin film based system, the electrolyte is normally a solid electrolyte, capable of conforming to the shape of the battery. This is in contrast to classical lithium-ion batteries, which normally have liquid electrolyte material. Liquid electrolytes can be challenging to utilize if they are not compatible with the separator.
Each component of the thin-film batteries, current collector, cathode, anode, and electrolyte is deposited from the vapor phase. A final protective film is needed to prevent the Li-metal from reacting with air when the batteries are exposed to the environment.
What materials are used in 3D Thin film batteries?
This shows the importance of obtaining a large specific capacity with an enlarged surface area and using high-rate performance electrode materials. Therefore, silicon and tin are also widely used in 3D thin film batteries. As early as 2011, a honeycomb 3D silicon anode material was designed by Notten's group .
Can carbon thin film be used in lithium ion batteries?
Reproduced from Ref. . Besides their use in lithium ion batteries, carbon thin films were also utilized in lithium air batteries. Yang et al. fabricated diamond-like carbon thin film and used it as an air electrode in a Li-air battery for the first time.
Which thin film is used as a cathode for lithium-ion battery?
Jacob, C.; Lynch, T.; Chen, A.; Jian, J.; Wang, H. Highly textured Li (Ni 0.5 Mn 0.3 Co 0.2)O 2 thin films on stainless steel as cathode for lithium-ion battery. J. Power Sources 2013, 241, 410–414. [Google Scholar]