18267765. POSITIVE ELECTRODE INCLUDING SULFUR-CARBON COMPOSITE AND LITHIUM-ION SECONDARY BATTERY INCLUDING THE SAME simplified abstract (LG Energy Solution, Ltd.)
Contents
- 1 POSITIVE ELECTRODE INCLUDING SULFUR-CARBON COMPOSITE AND LITHIUM-ION SECONDARY BATTERY INCLUDING THE SAME
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 POSITIVE ELECTRODE INCLUDING SULFUR-CARBON COMPOSITE AND LITHIUM-ION SECONDARY BATTERY INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
POSITIVE ELECTRODE INCLUDING SULFUR-CARBON COMPOSITE AND LITHIUM-ION SECONDARY BATTERY INCLUDING THE SAME
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Seong-Hyo Park of Daejeon (KR)
Myeong-Jun Song of Daejeon (KR)
POSITIVE ELECTRODE INCLUDING SULFUR-CARBON COMPOSITE AND LITHIUM-ION SECONDARY BATTERY INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18267765 titled 'POSITIVE ELECTRODE INCLUDING SULFUR-CARBON COMPOSITE AND LITHIUM-ION SECONDARY BATTERY INCLUDING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The positive electrode for a lithium-sulfur battery includes two different sulfur-carbon composites with varying specific surface area and pore volume, resulting in improved battery performance.
- The positive electrode active material comprises two sulfur-carbon composites with different carbonaceous materials.
- The composites have distinct specific surface area and pore volume.
- The electrode reduces initial irreversible capacity and enhances output and life characteristics of the battery.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in:
- Lithium-sulfur batteries
- Energy storage systems
- Portable electronic devices
Problems Solved
This innovation addresses:
- Initial irreversible capacity in lithium-sulfur batteries
- Output and life characteristics of secondary batteries
Benefits
The positive electrode offers:
- Improved battery performance
- Enhanced energy storage capabilities
- Extended battery life
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology can be utilized in:
- Battery manufacturing industry
- Electric vehicle sector
- Renewable energy storage solutions
Possible Prior Art
Prior art in the field of lithium-sulfur batteries may include research on sulfur-carbon composites and their impact on battery performance.
Unanswered Questions
How does the specific surface area of the carbonaceous materials affect the battery performance?
The specific surface area of the carbonaceous materials plays a crucial role in determining the electrode's efficiency and overall battery performance. A higher specific surface area can provide more active sites for lithium-sulfur reactions, leading to improved battery performance.
What are the long-term durability implications of using different sulfur-carbon composites in the positive electrode?
The long-term durability of the battery may be influenced by the stability and compatibility of the sulfur-carbon composites over multiple charge-discharge cycles. Further research is needed to assess the electrode's performance and degradation mechanisms over extended periods.
Original Abstract Submitted
A positive electrode for a lithium-sulfur battery is provided. The positive electrode includes a positive electrode active material comprising a first and second sulfur-carbon composites respectively comprising a first and a second carbonaceous materials having a different specific surface area and pore volume from each other, and provides reduced initial irreversible capacity and improved output characteristics and life characteristics of a secondary battery.
