Crosslinked Polymer Electrolyte for High-Temperature Li-Ion Strength
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing polymer electrolytes in lithium ion secondary batteries face challenges in achieving high ionic conductivity while maintaining strength, especially at high temperatures, and are prone to short circuits under impact.
Innovation Solution
A polymer electrolyte with a three-dimensional crosslinked structure containing terminal-free chains and an anion and cationic group with a nitrogen-containing aromatic structure, which enhances ionic conductivity and impact resistance.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a polymer gel or linear polymer electrolyte is used, then ionic conductivity is improved, but strength at high temperatures and impact resistance deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies composite materials by combining polymer (1) with specific functional groups ( formulas (2)-(4) ) to create a polymer electrolyte that achieves both high ionic conductivity and mechanical strength. The composite structure integrates multiple functional components working synergistically to resolve the contradiction between conductivity and strength.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies local quality by introducing specific functional groups at localized positions within the polymer structure. The polymer contains specific structural units (formulas (2)-(4)) at controlled ratios (formula (1) at 90-99 mass%, formulas (2)-(4) at 1-10 mass%), creating local regions with enhanced ionic conductivity while maintaining overall structural integrity and strength.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The polymer electrolyte maintains high ionic conductivity and strength even at high temperatures, reducing the risk of short circuits and improving battery performance.
Implementation Method 1
charging and discharging are performed by the movement of ions between the electrodes through the electrolyte
Implementation Method 2
a polymer electrolyte having a volume swelling ratio of 40% to 120%, as measured by a methyl ethyl ketone immersion method
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AI summary
Provided is a polymer electrolyte that is not susceptible to any decrease in strength even in a high temperature range and has high ion conductivity at room temperature and lower temperatures even without relying on a liquid electrolyte. This polymer electrolyte contains a polymer that has a specific polyether structure having a free end, a crosslinked structure produced using a specific polyether, and a specific ammonium cationic group, the polymer electrolyte furthermore containing a lithium salt, and the volume swelling ratio of the polymer electrolyte being 40-120% as determined by a methyl ethyl ketone immersion method.