Lithium-ion batteries explained
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This project aims to develop lithium-rich cathode materials for a new generation of high-energy lithium-ion batteries. These innovative materials could double the capacity of commercial cathodes, thereby doubling the energy density of lithium-ion batteries. A further increase is anticipated from fundamental insights into anionic redox.
Some of the expected outcomes of this project include materials with optimised architecture and chemistry, stabilisation of lithium-rich cathodes, identification of redox mechanism of lithium-rich cathode materials, technologies for producing lithium-rich cathode materials on a large scale and fabrication of new generation high-energy lithium-ion batteries.
To be successful in this project, the outcomes should demonstrate:
- Development of lithium-rich cathode materials with optimised architecture and chemical compositions to enable high energy density and power density.
- Stabilisation of lithium-rich cathode materials via atomic layer surface modification.
- Fabrication of new generation high energy lithium-ion batteries based on the as-developed lithium-rich cathode materials.
Learning opportunities
- Project management
- Working prototype
- Team Collaboration
- Research
Applicable knowledge
4th year students with knowledge in basic chemistry, basic materials science and experimental skills.
How many places are available?
There are two (2) student positions available.
Why is this important?
The new cathode materials will enable lithium-ion batteries to work much longer. The project will identify the redox mechanism of lithium-rich cathode materials. It is anticipated the project will generate high impact publications.
Project leaders
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Distinguished Professor School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
