Stabilizing Anionic Redox Chemistry in a Mn-Based Layered Oxide Cathode Constructed by Li-Deficient Pristine State.

Cao, Xin; Li, Haifeng; Qiao, Yu; Jia, Min; Li, Xiang; Cabana, Jordi; Zhou, Haoshen · Adv Mater · 2021

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

Li-rich cathode materials are of significant interest for coupling anionic redox with cationic redox chemistry to achieve high-energy-density batteries. However, lattice oxygen loss and derived structure distortion would induce serious capacity loss and voltage decay, further hindering its practical application. Herein, a novel Li-rich cathode material, O3-type Li<sub>0.6</sub> [Li<sub>0.2</sub> Mn<sub>0.8</sub> ]O<sub>2</sub> , is developed with the pristine state displaying both a Li excess in the transition metal layer and a deficiency in the alkali metal layer. Benefiting from stable structure evolution and Li migration processes, not only can high reversible capacity (≈329 mAh g<sup>-1</sup> ) be harvested but also irreversible/reversible anionic/cationic redox reactions are comprehensively assigned via the combination of in/ex situ spectroscopies. Furthermore, irreversible lattice oxygen loss and structure distortion are effectively restrained, resulting in long-term cycle stability (capacity drop of 0.045% per cycle, 500 cycles). Altogether, tuning the Li state in the alkali metal layer presents a promising way for modification of high-capacity Li-rich cathode candidates.