ResourceMaterials

Analysis of specific surface area and density of solid electrolytes (oxides/sulfides) of all-solid state battery cells for improving electrolyte ion conductivity

28 Mar 2023

In this application note, Microtrac MRB presents experimental data on the air-protected analysis of specific surface area and density of solid electrolytes (oxides/sulfides) of all-solid state battery cells for improving the ion conductivity of such electrolytes.

Recently, all-solid state battery cells have been attracting close attention from the viewpoints of high-output density and safety. The small size (large specific surface area) and high density (absence of spore) of the particles constituting the solid electrolytes (oxides/sulfides) are very important in improving ion conductivity. Since each solid electrolyte involves a risk of carbonate precipitation, and the release of hydrogen sulfide when exposed to ambient air, it is essential to evaluate the specific surface area and density when not exposed to ambient air.

Links

Tags

Surface Area TestingPhysisorption studies fundamental parameters essential for the characterization of materials such as the specific surface area and pore size distribution. Properties such as porosity, strength, hardness, permeability, separation selectivity, corrosion, and thermal stress resistance can all be directly correlated to the porous structure of a material.Electron MicroscopyElectron microscopes (EM) are used to create high-resolution images of samples at the nanoscale by means of an accelerated beam of electrons as a source of illumination. Types of electron microscope include scanning electron microscopes (SEM), transmission electron microscopes (TEM), scanning transmission electron microscopes (STEM) and cryo-electron microscopes. Focused ion beam (FIB) microscopes are useful for modifying or milling a sample surface with nanometer precision, as well as imaging. Find the best electron microscopes in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Particle CharacterizationParticle characterization instruments are used to determine particle size distribution, shape, surface area, zeta potential, density and porosity of particles and materials. Multiple tecchniques are available for determining particle size, shape and count including dynamic light scattering (DLS), laser diffraction, electrozone (Coulter technique), imaging particle analysis and single particle optical sensing. Determine the density of your material with a gas pycnometer or examine its surface area and porosity with gas adsorption analyzers and mercury porosimeters. Find the best particle characterization instruments in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.BatteriesSEMScanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) is a technique that uses a focused electron beam to scan a sample and create high-resolution images. It is widely used in materials science, nanotechnology, and biological research. Explore SEM systems in our peer-reviewed product directory; compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.
Analysis of specific surface area and density of solid electrolytes (oxides/sulfides) of all-solid state battery cells for improving electrolyte ion conductivity