Solid State Ionics for Batteries

In this book, recent progress in batteries is firstly reviewed by researchers in three leading Japanese battery companies, SONY, Matsushita and Sanyo, and then the future problems in battery development are stated. Then, recent development of solid state ionics for batteries, including lithium ion battery, metal-hydride battery, and fuel cells, are reviewed. A battery comprises essentially three components: positive electrode, negative electrode, and electrolyte. Each component is discussed for the construction of all-solid-state Batteries. Theoretical understanding of properties of battery materials by using molecular orbital calculations is also introduced. Introduction....Pages 1-3 Recent progress in batteries and future problems....Pages 5-30 Recent development of amorphous solid electrolytes and their application to solid-state batteries....Pages 31-94 Recent development of electrode materials in lithium ion batteries....Pages 95-132 Construction of solid/solid interface between hydrogen storage alloy electrode and solid electrolyte for battery application....Pages 133-185 Polymer solid electrolytes for lithium-ion conduction....Pages 187-222 First principles calculations of lithium battery materials....Pages 225-269 "The focus of this book is on recent developments in the field of solid state ionics for batteries. The authors, who are leaders in science and industry, present an overview and explanation of research and development in their fields, including the new technologies in use at Japan's three major producers of batteries. This volume will be a valuable addition to the library of anyone involved or interested in working with solid state ionics."--Résumé de l'éditeur "The focus of this book is on recent developments in the field of solid state ionics for batteries. The authors, who are leaders in science and industry, present an overview and explanation of research and development in their fields, including the new technologies in use at Japan's three major producers of batteries. This volume will be a valuable addition to the library of anyone involved or interested in working with solid state ionics."--BOOK JACKET