Utilizing Polymers for the Construction of Lithium-Ion Battery

Dear Colleagues,

Because of their high energy density and environmentally friendly characteristics, lithium-ion batteries have good development prospects in electrochemical energy storage technology. The excellent performance of lithium-ion batteries can be largely attributed to their electrolytes. However, because liquid electrolytes often leak when used, polymer electrolytes (PEs) have emerged as alternatives in this field. PEs can be divided into solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs) and gel polymer electrolytes (GPEs). Both have the advantages of high safety, good processing performance, good mechanical strength, and high energy density.

Recognizing the importance of PEs in lithium-ion batteries, this Special Issue invites the submission of articles on the advantages and disadvantages of polymer substrates in the construction of lithium-ion batteries, as well as the state of the art in polymer research and their development prospects. For example, we will highlight the development of the matrix of PEs, which comprises polyethylene oxide (PEO) or polyacrylonitrile (PAN) and lithium perchlorate (LiClO₄). We also hope to deepen the understanding of the similarities and difference of various electrolytes, proposing mechanisms to guide further in-depth experimental, computational and practical joint research.  Original theoretical or simulation work and review articles on any other topics regarding entanglement in polymer electrolytes are welcome.

Prof. Dr. Qianqian Jiang
Guest Editor

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