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Recent advances in characterization of rechargeable battery materials via scanning probe microscopy

Journal Article · · Journal of Materials Chemistry. A
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA05975A· OSTI ID:2500997

Scanning probe microscopy can be used to obtain topographical, mechanical, electrical, and electrochemical information on a wide range of materials in a variety of environments, including in situ and operando studies for rechargeable battery systems.

Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
Grant/Contract Number:
SC0019121
OSTI ID:
2500997
Journal Information:
Journal of Materials Chemistry. A, Journal Name: Journal of Materials Chemistry. A Journal Issue: 8 Vol. 13; ISSN JMCAET; ISSN 2050-7488
Publisher:
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)Copyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Language:
English

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