The distinct role of transition metal doping for LiFePO4 cathode material

This study addresses the controversial issue of the effect of metal ion doping on the electrochemical performance of LiFePO 4 . Metal doping is claimed to be a possible cause for the capacity improvement of LiFePO 4 as carbon coating. Results obtained inthis study show that dry-milled LiFePO 4 and L...

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Published in:Metals and materials international 2011-10, Vol.17 (5), p.729-732
Main Authors: Park, Sung Bin, Park, Chang Kyoo, Hwang, Jin Tae, Cho, Won Il, Jang, Ho
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Characterization and Evaluation of Materials
Chemistry and Materials Science
Engineering Thermodynamics
Heat and Mass Transfer
Machines
Magnetic Materials
Magnetism
Manufacturing
Materials Science
Metallic Materials
Processes
Solid Mechanics
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Summary:This study addresses the controversial issue of the effect of metal ion doping on the electrochemical performance of LiFePO 4 . Metal doping is claimed to be a possible cause for the capacity improvement of LiFePO 4 as carbon coating. Results obtained inthis study show that dry-milled LiFePO 4 and LiFe 0.9 Cr 0.1 PO 4 deliver 119 mAh g −1 and 101 mAh g −1 , while wet-milled LiFePO 4 and LiFe 0.9 Cr 0.1 PO 4 deliver 149 mAh g −1 and 138 mAh g −1 , respectively. This indicates that the capacity improvement by metal doping is due to the carbonaceous materials produced during fabrication and not by the enhancement of ion diffusion. On the other hand, cycle test results show that metal doping enhances the rate capability at high C-rates by accelerating lithium ion diffusion.
ISSN:1598-9623
2005-4149
DOI:10.1007/s12540-011-1005-3