18152213. ION CONDUCTOR, AND POSITIVE ELECTRODE, SOLID ELECTROLYTE, AND LITHIUM BATTERY EACH INCLUDING THE ION CONDUCTOR, AND METHOD OF PREPARING THE ION CONDUCTOR simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)

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ION CONDUCTOR, AND POSITIVE ELECTRODE, SOLID ELECTROLYTE, AND LITHIUM BATTERY EACH INCLUDING THE ION CONDUCTOR, AND METHOD OF PREPARING THE ION CONDUCTOR

Organization Name

SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Inventor(s)

Sangbok Ma of Suwon-si (KR)

Donghwa Seo of Burlington MA (US)

ION CONDUCTOR, AND POSITIVE ELECTRODE, SOLID ELECTROLYTE, AND LITHIUM BATTERY EACH INCLUDING THE ION CONDUCTOR, AND METHOD OF PREPARING THE ION CONDUCTOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18152213 titled 'ION CONDUCTOR, AND POSITIVE ELECTRODE, SOLID ELECTROLYTE, AND LITHIUM BATTERY EACH INCLUDING THE ION CONDUCTOR, AND METHOD OF PREPARING THE ION CONDUCTOR

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a lithium battery that includes a positive electrode, a negative electrode with lithium metal, and a solid electrolyte. The solid electrolyte contains specific oxides represented by LiMM′O, LiM″OA′, or LiM′″O, where M is a Group 4 element and M′ is an element of Group 2, 3, 5, 12, or 13. The abstract also provides specific conditions and restrictions for the composition of the solid electrolyte.

  • The lithium battery includes a positive electrode, negative electrode, and solid electrolyte.
  • The solid electrolyte contains specific oxides represented by LiMM′O, LiM″OA′, or LiM′″O.
  • The composition of the solid electrolyte is restricted to certain elements and conditions.
  • M is a Group 4 element and M′ is an element of Group 2, 3, 5, 12, or 13.
  • Specific conditions and restrictions apply to the composition of the solid electrolyte.

Potential Applications

  • Lithium batteries for various electronic devices.
  • Energy storage systems for renewable energy sources.
  • Electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles.

Problems Solved

  • Enhanced performance and safety of lithium batteries.
  • Improved energy density and efficiency.
  • Reduction of battery degradation and lifespan issues.

Benefits

  • Higher energy density and longer battery life.
  • Enhanced safety and stability.
  • Increased efficiency and performance.
  • Potential for faster charging and discharging.


Original Abstract Submitted

A lithium battery includes: a positive electrode having a positive active material; a negative electrode including lithium metal; and a solid electrolyte disposed therebetween. The solid electrolyte contains at least one oxide represented by LiMM′O(Formula 1), LiM″OA′(Formula 2), or LiM′″O(Formula 3), wherein and 0≤x23 1 and 0≤x′≤1, M is a Group 4 element, and M′ is an element of Group 2, 3, 5, 12, or 13, a vacancy, or a combination thereof, with the proviso that when M is Zr, then x≠0, x′≠0 and M′ is Be, Ca, Sr, Ba, Ra, Cd, Hg, Cn, Ga, In, TI, an element of Group 3 or 5, or a combination thereof; 0≤y≤1, M″ is a Group 4 element, and A′ includes at least one halogen, with the proviso that when M″ is Zr, then y≠0; and 0<z<1, and M′″ is a Group 4 element.