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Exploring the Properties and Potential of Single-crystal NCM 811 for Lithium-ion Batteries

  • Yongseok Lee (Department of Materials Science and Engineering, College of Engineering, Andong National University) ;
  • Seunghoon Nam (Department of Materials Science and Engineering, College of Engineering, Andong National University)
  • Received : 2023.01.20
  • Accepted : 2023.01.27
  • Published : 2023.03.02
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Abstract

Single-crystal Ni-rich NCM is a material that has drawn attention in the field of lithium-ion batteries due to its high energy density and long cycle life. In this study, we investigated the properties of single-crystal NCM 811 and its potential for use in lithium-ion batteries. High-quality single crystals of NCM 811 were successfully synthesized by crystal growth via a flux method. The single-crystal nature of the samples was confirmed through detailed characterization techniques, such as scanning electron microscopy and x-ray diffraction with Rietveld refinement. The crystal structure and electrochemical performances of the single-crystal NCM 811 were analyzed and compared to its poly-crystal counterpart. The results indicated that single-crystal NCM 811 had electrochemical performance and thermal stability superior to poly-crystalline NCM 811, making it a suitable candidate for high-performance batteries. The findings of this study contribute to a better understanding of the characteristics and potential of single-crystal NCM 811 for lithium-ion batteries.

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This work was supported by a Research Grant of Andong National University.

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