Tesla, inc. (20240222689). BATTERY SYSTEMS BASED ON LITHIUM DIFLUOROPHOSPHATE simplified abstract

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BATTERY SYSTEMS BASED ON LITHIUM DIFLUOROPHOSPHATE

Organization Name

tesla, inc.

Inventor(s)

Lin Ma of Halifax (CA)

Xiaowei Ma of Halifax (CA)

Stephen Laurence Glazier of Halifax (CA)

Jing Li of Halifax (CA)

Jeffery R. Dahn of Halifax (CA)

BATTERY SYSTEMS BASED ON LITHIUM DIFLUOROPHOSPHATE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240222689 titled 'BATTERY SYSTEMS BASED ON LITHIUM DIFLUOROPHOSPHATE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a nonaqueous electrolyte for a lithium-ion battery, including a lithium salt, a first nonaqueous solvent, and an additive mixture with specific additives. The battery itself comprises a negative electrode, a positive electrode with NMC, and the nonaqueous electrolyte with lithium ions dissolved in a solvent, along with the additive mixture.

  • The nonaqueous electrolyte includes lithium difluorophosphate and either fluoroethylene carbonate or vinylene carbonate as additives.
  • The lithium-ion battery features a positive electrode with micrometer-scale grains of NMC.
  • The additive mixture in the battery contains either fluoroethylene carbonate or vinylene carbonate, along with 1,3,2-dioxathiolane-2,2-dioxide, another sulfur-containing additive, or lithium difluorophosphate.

Key Features and Innovation

  • Use of specific additives in the nonaqueous electrolyte to enhance battery performance.
  • Incorporation of micrometer-scale grains of NMC in the positive electrode for improved efficiency.
  • Combination of different additives in the battery's additive mixture to optimize its overall function.

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in various lithium-ion battery systems, including those used in electric vehicles, portable electronics, and energy storage solutions.

Problems Solved

  • Enhanced battery performance and efficiency.
  • Improved stability and longevity of lithium-ion batteries.
  • Addressing issues related to capacity fade and cycling stability.

Benefits

  • Increased energy density and power output.
  • Extended battery lifespan.
  • Enhanced safety and reliability of lithium-ion batteries.

Commercial Applications

  • Electric vehicle batteries.
  • Consumer electronics batteries.
  • Grid energy storage systems.

Prior Art

Readers can explore prior research on nonaqueous electrolytes, lithium-ion battery additives, and electrode materials to understand the background of this technology.

Frequently Updated Research

Stay updated on advancements in nonaqueous electrolytes, lithium-ion battery technology, and additive mixtures to further enhance battery performance and efficiency.

Questions about Lithium-Ion Battery Technology

What are the key components of a lithium-ion battery?

A lithium-ion battery consists of a positive electrode, a negative electrode, an electrolyte, and a separator. The positive electrode is typically made of lithium metal oxide, the negative electrode is often graphite, and the electrolyte is a nonaqueous solution containing lithium ions.

How do additives in the electrolyte impact battery performance?

Additives in the electrolyte can improve battery performance by enhancing stability, conductivity, and cycling efficiency. Specific additives can help mitigate issues such as capacity fade and improve overall battery lifespan.


Original Abstract Submitted

a nonaqueous electrolyte for a lithium ion battery includes a lithium salt, a first nonaqueous solvent, and an additive mixture comprising a first operative additive of lithium difluorophosphate and a second operative additive of either fluoro ethylene carbonate or vinylene carbonate. a lithium-ion battery includes a negative electrode, a positive electrode comprising nmc with micrometer-scale grains, a nonaqueous electrolyte having lithium ions dissolved in a first nonaqueous solvent, and an additive mixture having a first operative additive of either fluoro ethylene carbonate or vinylene carbonate and a second operative additive of either 1,3,2-dioxathiolane-2,2-dioxide, another sulfur-containing additive, or lithium difluorophosphate.