Handbook of Solid State Batteries

0447715 - ÚMCH 2016 RIV SG eng M - Monography Chapter
Abbrent, Sabina - Greenbaum, S. - Peled, E. - Golodnitsky, D.
Polymer electrolytes.
Handbook of Solid State Batteries. Singapore: World Scientific Publishing, 2015 - (Dudney, N.; West, W.; Nanda, J.), s. 523-589. ISBN 978-981-4651-89-9
Institutional support: RVO:61389013
Keywords : polymer electrolytes * applications * mesuring techniques
Subject RIV: CD - Macromolecular Chemistry

This chapter discusses polymer electrolytes, their characterization, and their application in solid-state batteries. The concept of a material that acts as both the physical separator and the electrolyte while maintaining good contact with the electrodes through many charge/discharge cycles has motivated research on polymer electrolytes for over three decades. Beginning with poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO) as a host matrix for lithium salts, which is still the focus of many investigations, this review covers a variety of solvent (liquid)-free systems as well as plasticized or gel electrolytes. Several strategies for improving mechanical and electrical properties such as forming blends, organic/inorganic composites, or copolymerization are also described. Some of the most commonly used characterization tools are briefly discussed, including thermal analysis, X-ray diffraction, electrical impedance, and vibrational and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopies. Finally, a brief survey of power source applications of polymer electrolytes ranging from microbatteries to large format electric vehicle batteries is given.
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