Machín, A.; Márquez, F. The Next Frontier in Energy Storage: A Game-Changing Guide to Advances in Solid-State Battery Cathodes. Batteries 2023, 10, 13, doi:10.3390/batteries10010013.
Machín, A.; Márquez, F. The Next Frontier in Energy Storage: A Game-Changing Guide to Advances in Solid-State Battery Cathodes. Batteries 2023, 10, 13, doi:10.3390/batteries10010013.
Machín, A.; Márquez, F. The Next Frontier in Energy Storage: A Game-Changing Guide to Advances in Solid-State Battery Cathodes. Batteries 2023, 10, 13, doi:10.3390/batteries10010013.
Machín, A.; Márquez, F. The Next Frontier in Energy Storage: A Game-Changing Guide to Advances in Solid-State Battery Cathodes. Batteries 2023, 10, 13, doi:10.3390/batteries10010013.
Abstract
As the global community shifts away from fossil fuels towards more environmentally friendly energy alternatives, there is an escalating demand for sophisticated energy storage solutions. Solid-State Batteries (SSBs) have emerged as a promising advancement, presenting a superior substitute to conventional lithium-ion batteries. This review provides an in-depth examination of SSBs, emphasizing their enhanced energy density, safety, and longevity. We evaluate conventional cathode materials, including lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO2), lithium manganese oxide (LiMn2O4), and lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4). Additionally, we introduce emerging materials such as sulfides, oxides, and air-based cathodes, discussing their benefits, limitations, and their congruence with solid electrolytes. Special attention is devoted to the structural fine-tuning of cathode ma-terials, investigating approaches like nanostructuring, surface coatings, and composite strategies to counteract issues such as restricted conductivity and structural volatility. The review critically analyzes the electrical and thermal properties of these materials, which are essential for battery safety and efficacy. Moreover, we present a comparative assessment of cathode materials based on performance indicators and identify prevailing research voids and hurdles in the commerciali-zation of SSB cathodes. Concluding, we suggest prospective research directions and innovations, underscoring the revolutionary potential of SSB technologies in paving the way for a sustainable energy horizon.
Keywords
Solid-State Batteries, Cathode Materials, Energy Density
Subject
Chemistry and Materials Science, Materials Science and Technology
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