Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Contents
About the Editors
About the Contributors
Introduction
Chapter 1 Polymeric Electrode Materials in Modern Metal-ion Batteries
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Classification of PEMs
1.2.1 Carbonyls
1.2.2 Organosulfur
1.2.3 Organic Nitrogen (N)
1.2.4 Conducting Polymers
1.2.5 Organic Radicals
1.2.6 Superlithiated Compounds
1.3 Molecular Engineering of PEMs
1.3.1 Specific Energy Density
1.3.2 Power Density
1.3.3 Cycle Performance
1.4 Morphological Engineering of PEMs
1.4.1 0D PEMs
1.4.2 1D PEMs
1.4.3 2D PEMs
1.4.4 3D PEMs
1.5 Applications of PEMs
1.5.1 LIBs
1.5.2 SIBs
1.5.3 PIBs
1.5.4 Multivalent MIBs
1.5.4.1 Conducting Polymers
1.5.4.2 Carbonyl Compounds
1.5.4.3 Imine Compounds
1.6 Conclusion and Perspectives
1.6.1 Conclusion
1.6.2 Perspectives
References
Chapter 2 Polymeric Binders in Modern Metal-ion Batteries
2.1 Introduction
2.2 General Binding Mechanisms
2.3 Classification of Binders
2.4 Strategies of Binder Design
2.4.1 Strategies to Enhance Mechanical Interlocking
2.4.2 Strategies to Enhance Interfacial Bonding
2.4.3 Binders with Multiple Functionalities
2.5 Application of Binders for Different Energy Materials
2.5.1 High-Voltage Cathodes
2.5.2 Li-S Batteries
2.5.3 Silicon Anode
2.5.4 Sodium-Ion Batteries
2.5.5 Sodium-Sulfur and Potassium-Sulfur Batteries
2.6 Conclusion and Perspective
References
Chapter 3 Polymeric Separator in Modern Metal-ion Batteries
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Functions of Polymeric Separators in Metal-ion Batteries
3.2.1 Essential Properties of Polymeric Separators
3.2.1.1 Porosity
3.2.1.2 Wettability
3.2.1.3 Strength
3.2.1.4 Thickness
3.2.2 Desirable Functions of Polymeric Separators.

3.3 Classification of Polymeric Separators
3.3.1 Nonwoven Separators
3.3.2 Nanoporous Membrane Separators
3.3.3 Microporous Membrane Separators
3.3.4 Composite Membrane Separators
3.4 Functional Polymeric Separators for Modern Metal-ion Batteries
3.4.1 Thermal-resistant Separators
3.4.2 Reversible Thermally Induced Shutdown Separators
3.4.3 Separators for Metal Dendrite Growth Inhibition
3.4.4 Separators for Stopping the Shuttle Effect
3.4.5 Stretchable Separators for Flexible Batteries
3.4.6 The Separator as Li Source for Recycling Degraded Cathode
3.4.7 Super Wettable Separator to Boost Ionic Diffusion
3.5 Manufacturing Techniques of Polymeric Separators
3.5.1 Conventional Manufacturing Techniques of Polymeric Separators
3.5.2 Modern Manufacturing Techniques of Functional Polymeric Separators
3.6 Conclusion and Perspectives
References
Chapter 4 Polymeric Electrolytes in Modern Metal-ion Batteries
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Ion Transport in Polymeric Electrolytes
4.2.1 Solid Polymeric Electrolytes
4.2.2 Gel Polymeric Electrolytes
4.2.3 Composite Polymeric Electrolytes
4.3 Property Study
4.3.1 Thermal Analysis
4.3.2 Structural Analysis
4.3.3 Diffraction Technique
4.3.4 Conductivity Measurement
4.3.5 Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)
4.3.6 Modeling and Theory
4.4 Classifications of Polymeric Electrolytes
4.4.1 Solid Polymer Electrolytes
4.4.1.1 Dispersed Solid Polymer Electrolytes
4.4.1.2 Intercalated/Exfoliated Solid Polymer Electrolytes
4.4.1.3 Liquid Crystal Containing Polymer Electrolytes
4.4.2 Gel Polymer Electrolytes
4.4.2.1 Ionic-Liquid-based Polymer Electrolytes
4.4.2.2 Gel Polymer Electrolytes
4.5 Strategies in Designing Solid-state Electrolytes
4.5.1 Pure Polymeric Electrolytes.

4.5.1.1 Classification of Pure Solid Polymer Electrolytes
4.5.1.2 Composition of Pure Solid Polymer Electrolytes
4.5.1.3 Polymer Hosts
4.5.1.4 Conductive Salt
4.5.1.5 Research Strategy
4.5.2 Gel Polymeric Electrolyte
4.5.2.1 Component
4.5.2.2 Polymer Matrix
4.5.2.3 Plasticizer
4.5.2.4 Conductive Lithium Salt
4.5.3 Polymeric-Ceramic Composite Electrolyte
4.5.3.1 Components of Polymer-Ceramic Composite Electrolytes
4.5.3.2 Classification of Polymer-Ceramic Composite Electrolytes
4.5.3.3 Research Strategy
4.6 Application of Polymer Electrolytes in All-solid-state Batteries
4.6.1 Lithium Battery System
4.6.2 Sodium Battery System
4.6.3 Li-S Battery System
4.7 Summary and Prospect
References
Index
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