Novel lithium alloy electrode allowing fast discharge at ambient temperatures
Applications: Solid state batteries
Lithium solid state batteries are primarily motivated by the desire to replace the incumbent lithium-ion graphitic anode, to become commercially viable. These new anodes must be capable of fast discharge, optionally, at room temperature.
Features
Benefits
Innovative microstructure allows high effective electrode diffusivity to be achieved
Improved electrode performance, enabling full discharge at a higher current density
Electrode does not require elevated temperatures, unlike currently available electrodes
The anode provides fast discharge at room temperature, where the diffusivity is three orders of magnitude higher than lithium metal
The anode retains a high energy density and a high capacity
The microstructure doesn’t sacrifice energy density or capacity for increased kinetics
Different fabrication methods and metals can be used for the intermetallic matrix microstructure
Flexible method allows properties such as longevity, diffusivity, energy density, capacity and cost/speed of manufacturing to be varied and calibrated as per requirements