3Interfaces

Optimization of Interfaces in Quasi-solid state Lithium Metal Batteries.

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Project duration
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Core fields of research
Kokkola University Consortium Chydenius
Research areas
Applied Chemistry
Renewal of industries and business life
Co-operation
University of Oulu, Università della Calabria, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH, Lithoz GmbH
Faculty
Kokkolan yliopistokeskus Chydenius
Funding
European Union
Research Council of Finland

Project description

The world is changing over to electric modes of transportation in hopes of reducing carbon emissions; their backbone, battery technologies, has become a hot topic of development. Optimization of Interfaces in Quasi-solid state Lithium Metal Batteries (3Interfaces) responds to the need for the development of a safe, novel, highly energy-efficient solid-state battery, based on cobalt-free cathode (LNMO), Li metal anode, and a safer quasi-solid electrolyte for application in electric vehicles. 

The general objective of 3Interfaces is to conduct a holistic study of the interactions between high-voltage cathode and hybrid electrolytes to develop interface modifications to overcome intrinsic limitations. The project also addresses a new low-cost synthesis (cobalt-free), an urgent problem calling for long-term independence from this critical raw material. 3Interfaces is built by a multidisciplinary and highly experienced consortium that covers material experts, modelling, and battery testing.
 

Contact person

Ulla Lassi,  University of Oulu/Kokkola University Consortium Chydenius