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Application of a multiscale, molecular-to meso-scale perspective towards the investigation of Fe3O4 as an energy storage material

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Abstract

With a theoretical capacity exceeding 900 mAh/g, magnetite (Fe3O4) is an interesting anode material for lithium ion batteries. This report highlights observations relating to charge transfer capabilities of Fe3O4 over several length scales. Ex-situ extended x-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) data provide the foundation for study of the atomic-scale mechanism. The function of the Fe3O4 electrode material is studied both in nanometer sized particles (as observed by TEM), and in micron sized aggregates (as observed by transmission x-ray microscopy (TXM)). Notably, the recent development of electrically conducting binders towards modification of mesoscale electrode composition and structure demonstrates significant gains in capacity and capacity retention, despite utilizing the same Fe3O4 particles.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSelected Proceedings from the 231st ECS Meeting New Orleans, LA - Spring 2017
PublisherElectrochemical Society Inc.
Pages249-255
Number of pages7
Edition11
ISBN (Electronic)9781607688174
ISBN (Print)9781623324605
DOIs
StatePublished - 2017
Event231st ECS Meeting - New Orleans, United States
Duration: May 28 2017Jun 1 2017

Publication series

NameECS Transactions
Number11
Volume77

Conference

Conference231st ECS Meeting
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityNew Orleans
Period05/28/1706/1/17

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