Lithium Ion Rechargeable Batteries

Lithium ion batteries-due to their long life-enjoy an established commercial market, and also command continuous research in a drive towards improvement and technology leadership. This hands-on guide describes in detail new materials for all four major components of lithium ion batteries: cathode, anode, separator, and electrolyte. The book also highlights lithium ion diffusion and its profound effect on a battery's power density, self-discharge behaviour, life cycle, and safety issues.