Improving Lithium Ion Batteries Using LFP Nanoparticle Cathodes
School Name
South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics
Grade Level
12th Grade
Presentation Topic
Chemistry
Presentation Type
Mentored
Abstract
The potential of nanoparticles exceeds expectations due to their adaptability and capability. The central goal of our project involves replacing the cathode in lithium ion batteries with Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) nanoparticles. These nanoparticles were tested to see if they improve the capacity, charge rate, or overall charge compared to commercially available batteries. The synthesis of LFP nanoparticles is the key part of constructing custom coin cell batteries, set to mimic commercial lithium ion batteries. The synthesis begins with the combination of chemicals that form a specific ratio of Lithium, Iron, and Phosphorus, making LFP nanoparticles in the specific orientation desired. The end goal of this project is to create coin cell batteries that have an improved charge-discharge performance when compared to common lithium ion batteries. The final result was a battery that had an improved charge rate and longer capacity.
Recommended Citation
Norris, Jonathan, "Improving Lithium Ion Batteries Using LFP Nanoparticle Cathodes" (2020). South Carolina Junior Academy of Science. 200.
https://scholarexchange.furman.edu/scjas/2020/all/200
Location
Furman Hall 108
Start Date
3-28-2020 1:30 PM
Presentation Format
Oral Only
Group Project
No
Improving Lithium Ion Batteries Using LFP Nanoparticle Cathodes
Furman Hall 108
The potential of nanoparticles exceeds expectations due to their adaptability and capability. The central goal of our project involves replacing the cathode in lithium ion batteries with Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) nanoparticles. These nanoparticles were tested to see if they improve the capacity, charge rate, or overall charge compared to commercially available batteries. The synthesis of LFP nanoparticles is the key part of constructing custom coin cell batteries, set to mimic commercial lithium ion batteries. The synthesis begins with the combination of chemicals that form a specific ratio of Lithium, Iron, and Phosphorus, making LFP nanoparticles in the specific orientation desired. The end goal of this project is to create coin cell batteries that have an improved charge-discharge performance when compared to common lithium ion batteries. The final result was a battery that had an improved charge rate and longer capacity.
