18124241. ELECTROLYTES COMPRISING TRIALKYLSILYL PHOSPHORUS ESTER ADDITIVES simplified abstract (GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC)
Contents
- 1 ELECTROLYTES COMPRISING TRIALKYLSILYL PHOSPHORUS ESTER ADDITIVES
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 ELECTROLYTES COMPRISING TRIALKYLSILYL PHOSPHORUS ESTER ADDITIVES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Questions about Electrolyte Technology
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
ELECTROLYTES COMPRISING TRIALKYLSILYL PHOSPHORUS ESTER ADDITIVES
Organization Name
GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
Inventor(s)
Chuanlong Wang of Tory MI (US)
Xiaosong Huang of Novi MI (US)
ELECTROLYTES COMPRISING TRIALKYLSILYL PHOSPHORUS ESTER ADDITIVES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18124241 titled 'ELECTROLYTES COMPRISING TRIALKYLSILYL PHOSPHORUS ESTER ADDITIVES
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes an electrolyte for an electrochemical cell that cycles lithium ions, containing an organic solvent, an inorganic lithium salt, and an additive with a phosphorus, oxygen, and silicon bond.
- The electrolyte includes a mixture of a cyclic carbonate and a linear carbonate in the organic solvent.
- The additive, known as a POS additive, consists of a trialkylsilyl ester of phosphoric acid, polyphosphoric acid, phosphonic acid, or phosphorous acid.
- The electrochemical cell may have a positive electrode with a nickel-based electroactive material and a negative electrode with a silicon-based electroactive material.
Key Features and Innovation
- Combination of organic solvent, inorganic lithium salt, and POS additive for efficient lithium ion cycling.
- Use of a mixture of cyclic and linear carbonates in the organic solvent.
- Incorporation of a POS additive containing a phosphorus, oxygen, and silicon bond for enhanced performance.
- Utilization of nickel-based and silicon-based electroactive materials in the positive and negative electrodes, respectively.
Potential Applications
The electrolyte technology can be applied in various lithium-ion battery systems, energy storage devices, and portable electronics.
Problems Solved
- Enhanced cycling efficiency of lithium ions.
- Improved performance and stability of electrochemical cells.
- Increased energy density and lifespan of lithium-ion batteries.
Benefits
- Higher energy storage capacity.
- Longer battery lifespan.
- Improved overall performance of lithium-ion battery systems.
Commercial Applications
- Lithium-ion battery manufacturing industry.
- Energy storage sector for renewable energy systems.
- Consumer electronics market for longer-lasting devices.
Questions about Electrolyte Technology
What are the key components of the electrolyte in the electrochemical cell?
The key components include an organic solvent, an inorganic lithium salt, and a POS additive with a phosphorus, oxygen, and silicon bond.
How does the use of a POS additive contribute to the performance of the electrochemical cell?
The POS additive enhances the efficiency and stability of lithium ion cycling in the cell, leading to improved overall performance and longevity.
Original Abstract Submitted
An electrolyte for an electrochemical cell that cycles lithium ions includes an organic solvent, an inorganic lithium salt, and an additive including a chemical compound having a phosphorus, oxygen, and silicon bond (POS additive). The organic solvent includes a mixture of a cyclic carbonate and a linear carbonate. The POS additive includes a trialkylsilyl ester of at least one of phosphoric acid, polyphosphoric acid, phosphonic acid, and phosphorous acid. The electrochemical cell may include a positive electrode comprising a nickel-based electroactive material and a negative electrode comprising a silicon-based electroactive active material.
