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Title: Characterization of SEI layers on LiMn2O4 cathodes with in-situ spectroscopic ellipsometry

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/837416· OSTI ID:837416

In situ spectroscopic ellipsometry was employed to study the initial stage of SEI layer formation on thin-film LiMn{sub 2}O{sub 4} electrodes. It was found that the SEI layer formed immediately upon exposure of the electrode to EC/DMC (1:1 by vol) 1.0 M LiPF{sub 6} electrolyte. The SEI layer thickness then increased in proportion to a logarithmic function of elapsed time. In comparison, the SEI layer thickness on a cycled electrode increased in proportion to a linear function of the number of cycles.

Research Organization:
Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. (LBNL), Berkeley, CA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE. Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Technology Development. Office of the FreedomCAR and Vehicle Technology Program (US)
DOE Contract Number:
AC03-76SF00098
OSTI ID:
837416
Report Number(s):
LBNL-55939; R&D Project: 477601; TRN: US200506%%122
Resource Relation:
Other Information: PBD: 30 Aug 2004
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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