Research Progress on the Application of Nanomaterials in Lithium-Ion Battery Cathode Materials

Abstract

Energy scarcity and environmental pollution are getting worse as science and technology advance, which has a significant influence on people's living conditions. Therefore, in light of the present sustainable development plan, the discovery and implementation of new energy sources are crucial for sustainable development. Lithium-ion batteries have been playing an increasingly significant role in the field of smart grids, electric vehicles, and personal electronic devices due to the fact that solar, wind, hydropower, and nuclear energy are new renewable energy sources in this context, but these energy sources are seasonal, regional, and discontinuous. There are currently more demanding specifications for lithium-ion batteries, including high energy density and high power density, due to the growth of electric vehicles and other energy storage technologies. In order to enhance the electrochemical performance of lithium-ion batteries, this thesis focuses on the incorporation of nanomaterials into the cathode materials. It is discovered that there is still much opportunity for nanomaterial development in the cathode materials of batteries.