Abstract: A lithium ion battery includes a cathode, an anode, and an electrolyte sandwiched between the cathode and the anode. The cathode includes a cathode active material. The anode is spaced from the cathode. The cathode active material includes a sulfur grafted poly(pyridinopyridine). The sulfur grafted poly(pyridinopyridine) includes a poly(pyridinopyridine) matrix and sulfur dispersed in the poly(pyridinopyridine) matrix. The sulfur includes a number of poly-sulfur groups or a number of elemental sulfur particles dispersed in the poly(pyridinopyridine) matrix. The electrolyte is a gel electrolyte.

Abstract: A non-aqueous electrolyte secondary battery includes an electrode assembly including a positive electrode including a positive electrode active material layer, a negative electrode, and a separator disposed between the positive electrode and the negative electrode; and a non-aqueous electrolyte, wherein at least one of the positive electrode and the separator contains a phosphoric acid ester compound containing at least one metal element and represented by a general formula (1) (where X and Y each represent a metal element, a hydrogen atom, or an organic group; at least one of X and Y represents a metal element; when the metal element is divalent, X and Y together represent a single metal element; and n represents an integer of 2 or more and 10 or less).

Abstract: New block polymer electrolytes have been developed which have higher conductivities than previously reported for other block copolymer electrolytes. The new materials are constructed of multiple blocks (>5) of relatively low domain size. The small domain size provides greater protection against formation of dendrites during cycling against lithium in an electrochemical cell, while the large total molecular weight insures poor long range alignment, which leads to higher conductivity. In addition to higher conductivity, these materials can be more easily synthesized because of reduced requirements on the purity level of the reagents.

Abstract: A power source for a solid state device includes: a first frame having a first contact portion, a first bonding portion and a first extension portion between the first contact portion and the first bonding portion; a second frame having a second contact portion, a second bonding portion and a second extension portion between the second contact portion and the second bonding portion; and a first pole layer, an electrolyte layer and a second pole layer positioned between the first and second contact portions, wherein a first portion of the electrolyte layer is positioned between the first extension and the first pole and a second portion of the electrolyte layer is positioned between the first extension and the second pole.

Abstract: An efficient method and system for the electrochemical treatment of waste water comprising organic and/or inorganic pollutants is disclosed. The system comprises an electrolytic cell comprising a solid polymer, proton exchange membrane electrolyte operating without catholyte or other supporting electrolyte. The cell design and operating conditions chosen provide for significantly greater operating efficiency.

Abstract: An all-solid battery including a positive electrode including a binder, a negative electrode including a binder, and an electrolyte layer disposed between the positive electrode and the negative electrode and including a solid electrolyte, wherein at least one binder of the positive electrode and the negative electrode is cross-linked by a cross-linking agent.

Abstract: An electrode body includes a laminated body and an insulating fixing member. The laminated body includes a positive-electrode active material layer, a negative-electrode active material layer, a negative-electrode current collector layer, and a solid electrolyte layer. The negative-electrode current collector layer includes a current-collector extension portion that extends outward further than the negative-electrode active material layer. The solid electrolyte layer includes an electrolyte extension portion that integrally covers an end surface of the negative-electrode active material layer and a base end portion of the current-collector extension portion. The insulating fixing member covers at least front and back surfaces of a distal end portion exposed from the second electrolyte extension portion.

Abstract: Chromium-free catalyst for the low-temperature conversion of carbon monoxide and water into hydrogen and carbon dioxide, which comprises a mixed oxide comprising at least copper oxide, zinc oxide and aluminum oxide, with the catalyst precursor being present essentially as hydrotalcite and the copper oxide content being not more than 20% by weight.

Abstract: The invention herein described is the use of a block copolymer/homopolymer blend for creating nanoporous materials for transport applications. Specifically, this is demonstrated by using the block copolymer poly(styrene-block-ethylene-block-styrene) (SES) and blending it with homopolymer polystyrene (PS). After blending the polymers, a film is cast, and the film is submerged in tetrahydrofuran, which removes the PS. This creates a nanoporous polymer film, whereby the holes are lined with PS. Control of morphology of the system is achieved by manipulating the amount of PS added and the relative size of the PS added. The porous nature of these films was demonstrated by measuring the ionic conductivity in a traditional battery electrolyte, 1M LiPF6 in EC/DEC (1:1 v/v) using AC impedance spectroscopy and comparing these results to commercially available battery separators.

Abstract: A nonaqueous battery having a high level of safety and high-temperature storability, a heat-resistant porous film capable of serving as a separator material for separating positive and negative electrodes from each other and capable of forming the nonaqueous battery, and a separator capable of forming the nonaqueous battery are provided.

Abstract: Disclosed are membranes suitable for use as separators in electrochemical cells as well as electrochemical cells, where the membranes are configured to substantially reduce the passage of multivalent ions therethrough without substantially reducing the permeability of the membranes to lithium ions.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a zeolite enabling a dehydration treatment of a nonaqueous electrolytic solution without causing a problem of elution of sodium from the zeolite at the time of dehydrating a nonaqueous electrolytic solution for a lithium battery by using a zeolite. The present invention relates to a zeolite, wherein from 97.5 to 99.5 mol % of the ion-exchangeable cation is ion-exchanged with lithium, and when this zeolite is used, a nonaqueous electrolytic solution can be dehydrated while keeping the elution of a cation impurity such as sodium down to 50 ppm or less. As for the zeolite species, at least one or more zeolites selected from the group consisting of A-type, chabazite, ferrierite, ZSM-5 and clinoptilolite can be used.

Abstract: A composition suitable as a solid polymer electrolyte for a lithium ion battery comprises a mixture of polyoctahedral silsesquioxane-phenyl7(BF3Li)3 and a poly(ethylene oxide).

Abstract: A negative-electrode active material layer 12 contains Li4Ti5O12 as a negative-electrode active material, and a positive-electrode active material layer 14 contains LiCoO2 as a positive-electrode active material. A solid electrolyte layer 13 contains polyethylene oxide and polystyrene as an electrolyte material. Gradients of surfaces of stripe-shaped pattern elements 121 forming the negative-electrode active material layer 12 are smaller than 90° when viewed from a surface of the negative-electrode current collector 11. By such a construction, it is possible to construct a battery having a high capacity in relation to the used amount of the active materials and good charge and discharge characteristics.

Abstract: The present invention is a secondary battery having a high specific capacity and good cycleability, and that can be used safely. The secondary battery is manufactured to include an anode formed from a host material capable of absorbing and desorbing lithium in an electrochemical system such as a carbonaceous material, and lithium metal dispersed in the host material. The anodes of the invention are combined with a cathode including an active material, a separator that a separates the cathode and the anode, and an electrolyte in communication with the cathode and the anode. The present invention also includes a method of preparing an anode and a method of operating a secondary battery including the anode of the invention.

Abstract: The Coulombic efficiency of metal deposition/stripping can be improved while also preventing dendrite formation and growth by an improved electrolyte composition. The electrolyte composition also reduces the risk of flammability. The electrolyte composition includes a polymer and/or additives to form high quality SEI layers on the anode surface and to prevent further reactions between metal and electrolyte components. The electrolyte composition further includes additives to suppress dendrite growth during charge/discharge processes. The electrolyte composition can also be applied to lithium and other kinds of energy storage devices.

Abstract: An electrolyte membrane for use in a rechargeable battery includes a polymer layer and platelet particles, where the polymer layer is reinforced with a fiber mat, and the polymer layer retains an electrolyte. A rechargeable battery uses the membrane in a position between a positive electrode and negative electrode where the membrane serves as an ion conductor for the battery.

Abstract: Disclosed is a solid electrolyte for an electrochemical device. The solid electrolyte includes a composite consisting of: a plastic crystal matrix electrolyte doped with an ionic salt; and a network of a non-crosslinked polymer and a crosslinked polymer structure. The electrolyte has high ionic conductivity comparable to that of a liquid electrolyte due to the use of the plastic crystal, and high mechanical strength comparable to that of a solid electrolyte due to the introduction of the non-crosslinked polymer/crosslinked polymer structure network. Particularly, the electrolyte is highly flexible. Further disclosed is a method for preparing the electrolyte. The method does not essentially require the use of a solvent. Therefore, the electrolyte can be prepared in a simple manner. The electrolyte is suitable for use in a cable-type battery whose shape is easy to change due to its high ionic conductivity and high mechanical strength in terms of flexibility.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to electrolyte materials. According to an embodiment, the present invention provides for a solid polymer electrolyte material that has high ionic conductivity and is mechanically robust. An exemplary material can be characterized by a copolymer that includes at least one structural block, such as a vinyl polymer, and at least one ionically conductive block with a siloxane backbone. In various embodiments, the electrolyte can be a diblock copolymer or a triblock copolymer. Many uses are contemplated for the solid polymer electrolyte materials. For example, the novel electrolyte material can be used in Li-based batteries to enable higher energy density, better thermal and environmental stability, lower rates of self-discharge, enhanced safety, lower manufacturing costs, and novel form factors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anode active material for a lithium-polymer battery having high capacity and high rapid charge/discharge characteristics, and a lithium-polymer battery using the same, and more specifically, to: a non-carbonaceous nanoparticle/carbon composite anode material using no binder; a lithium-polymer battery having high capacity and high rapid charge/discharge characteristics using the same; and a preparation method thereof. According to the present invention, the lithium-polymer secondary battery comprises an anode active material prepared by carbonizing a composite in which polymer particles comprising non-carbonaceous nanoparticles are dispersed in a polymer resin. According to the present invention, the anode active material allows non-carbonaceous nanoparticles to be dispersed in and fixed to a carbonized body even without a binder.

Abstract: A sulfur-based cathode for use in an electrochemical cell is disclosed. The sulfur is sequestered to the cathode to enhance cycle lifetime for the cathode and the cell. An exemplary sulfur-based cathode is coupled with a solid polymer electrolyte instead of a conventional liquid electrolyte. The dry, solid polymer electrolyte further acts as a diffusion barrier for the sulfur. Together with a sequestering matrix in the cathode, the solid polymer electrolyte prevents sulfur capacity fade that occurs in conventional liquid electrolyte based sulfur systems. The sequestering polymer in the cathode further binds the sulfur-containing active particles, preventing sulfur agglomerates from forming, while still allowing lithium ions to be transported between the anode and cathode.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the production of a proton-conducting polymer membrane on the basis of polyazoles, comprising the steps of A) converting one or more aromatic tetra-amino compounds having one or more aromatic carboxylic acids, which contain at least two acid groups per carboxylic acid monomer, to form a salt comprising diammonium catious and carboxylate anions, B) mixing the salt from step A) with polyphosporic acid to form a solution and/or dispersion, C) applying a layer using the mixture according to step B) onto a carrier, D) heating the planar formation/layer obtained according to step C) to temperatures of up to 350° C., preferably up to 280° C., to form the polyazole polymers, E) treating the membrane formed in step D) in the presence of moisture at temperatures and for a duration sufficient until it is self-supporting.

Abstract: A method of creating an electrolyte film includes mixing succinonitrile (SCN), lithium salt and crosslinkable polyether addition to form an isotropic amorphous mixture; and crosslinking the crosslinkable polyether to form a cured film, wherein the cured film remains amorphous without undergoing polymerization-induced phase separation or crystallization.

Abstract: Microporous polyolefin membrane modified by aqueous polymer of the invention is obtained by the following steps: copolymerizing 100 parts of a water-soluble polymer, 30-500 parts of a hydrophobic monomer, 0-200 parts of a hydrophilic monomer and 1-5 parts of an initiator into polymeric colloid emulsion; adding 0-100% of an inorganic filler and 20-100% of a plasticizer based on 100% solid content of the polymeric colloid emulsion to obtain slurry; and coating the slurry on one or two surfaces of the surface modified microporous polyolefin membrane and then drying. The microporous polyolefin membrane modified by aqueous polymer has thermal shutdown effect and little thermal shrinkage, and improves the main problem of shrinkage of the microporous polyolefin membrane at high temperature.

Abstract: A shape memory polymer material composition comprises: (1) a plurality of inorganic core nanoparticles as netpoints to which is connected; (2) a switching segment that comprises a polymer network. The polymer network comprises: (1) a corona component bonded to each inorganic core nanoparticle through a first chemical linkage; (2) a canopy component bonded to each corona component through a second chemical linkage; and (3) a plurality of cross-linking components cross-linking between different canopy components through a third chemical linkage. Given various selections for the inorganic core nanoparticles, the corona component, the canopy component, the cross-linking component, the first chemical linkage, the second chemical linkage and the third chemical linkage, various performance and composition characteristics of the shape memory polymer material compositions may be readily tailored.

Abstract: A method is provided for forming a sodium-containing particle electrolyte structure. The method provides sodium-containing particles (e.g., NASICON), dispersed in a liquid phase polymer, to form a polymer film with sodium-containing particles distributed in the polymer film. The liquid phase polymer is a result of dissolving the polymer in a solvent or melting the polymer in an extrusion process. In one aspect, the method forms a plurality of polymer film layers, where each polymer film layer includes sodium-containing particles. For example, the plurality of polymer film layers may form a stack having a top layer and a bottom layer, where with percentage of sodium-containing particles in the polymer film layers increasing from the bottom layer to the top layer. In another aspect, the sodium-containing particles are coated with a dopant. A sodium-containing particle electrolyte structure and a battery made using the sodium-containing particle electrolyte structure are also presented.

Abstract: A material for solid polyelectrolytes which comprises a polymer comprising two or more fluoropolymer segments differing in monomer composition, wherein at least one of the fluoropolymer segments has sulfonic acid type functional groups.

Abstract: A polymer that combines high ionic conductivity with the structural properties required for Li electrode stability is useful as a solid phase electrolyte for high energy density, high cycle life batteries that do not suffer from failures due to side reactions and dendrite growth on the Li electrodes, and other potential applications. The polymer electrolyte includes a linear block copolymer having a conductive linear polymer block with a molecular weight of at least 5000 Daltons, a structural linear polymer block with an elastic modulus in excess of 1×107 Pa and an ionic conductivity of at least 1×10?5 Scm?1. The electrolyte is made under dry conditions to achieve the noted characteristics. In another aspect, the electrolyte exhibits a conductivity drop when the temperature of electrolyte increases over a threshold temperature, thereby providing a shutoff mechanism for preventing thermal runaway in lithium battery cells.

Abstract: Disclosed is a polymer electrolyte having a multilayer structure including a first polymer layer providing mechanical strength against external force and a second polymer layer to secure a conduction path for lithium ions, wherein the first polymer layer includes an organic electrolyte containing an ionic salt in an amount of 0 wt % to 60 wt % based on a weight of a polymer matrix of the first polymer layer and the second polymer layer includes an organic electrolyte containing an ionic salt in an amount of 60 wt % to 400 wt % based on a weight of a polymer matrix of the second polymer layer, and a lithium secondary battery including the same.

Abstract: Disclosed are gel electrolytes comprising a polymer, which is a cross-linked polyurethane prepared from a poly(alkyleneoxide) triol and a diisocyanate compound; a lithium salt; and a solvent, which is a carbonate solvent, a lactone solvent, or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A process for preparing a polyazole with an inherent viscosity, measured in at least 96% sulfuric acid at 25° C., greater than 2.9 dl/g, comprising the steps of i) mixing one or more aromatic tetraamino compounds with one or more aromatic carboxylic acids or esters thereof which comprise at least two acid groups per carboxylic acid monomer, or mixing one or more aromatic and/or heteroaromatic diaminocarboxylic acids, in polyphosphoric acid to form a solution and/or dispersion ii) heating the mixture from step i) under inert gas to temperatures in the range from 120° C. to 350° C. to form the polyazole, wherein in step ii), a mixture having a concentration of polyphosphoric acid, calculated as P2O5 (by acidimetric means), based on the total amount of H3PO4, polyphosphoric acid and water in the mixture, greater than 78.

Abstract: Various blends and blend membranes from low-molecular hydroxymethylene-oligo-phosphonic acids R—C(PO3H2)x(OH)y and polymers, the group R representing any organic group, the polymers containing cation exchanger groups or their nonionic precursors of the type SO2X, X being a halogen, OH, OMe, NR1R2, OR1 with Me being any metal cation or ammonium cation, R1, R2 being H or any aryl- or alkyl group, PDX2, COX and/or basic groups such as primary, secondary or tertiary amino groups, imidazole groups, pyridine groups, pyrazole groups etc. and/or OH groups. Such membranes may also include polymers that are modified with the 1-hydroxymethylene-1,1-bisphosphonic acid group.

Abstract: An organic/inorganic hybrid electrolyte includes inorganic particles, a first polymer surrounding the inorganic particles, a second polymer having a network structure and surrounding the first polymer, and an organic solution. In the organic/inorganic hybrid electrolyte, ions may be transferred to the organic solution through the first polymer and/or the second polymer. As the inorganic particles are distributed to be provided, they may be involved in transferring ions in the organic/inorganic hybrid electrolyte. The organic/inorganic hybrid electrolyte may have high ionic conductivity while ensuring stability and mechanical strength.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a highly advanced lithium-polymer battery and to a method for manufacturing same, and more particularly, to a highly advanced lithium-polymer battery including silicon nanoparticles substituted with polymers and self-assembling block copolymers. According to the present invention, the lithium-polymer battery is a highly advanced lithium-polymer secondary battery consisting of: an anode including anode active particles, wherein polymers are formed on the surface of the anode; a cathode; and a polymer electrolyte including block copolymers. According to the present invention, a high-capacity lithium-polymer battery, which is stable during charging/discharging cycles, can be provided.

Abstract: A non-aqueous electrolyte and a lithium secondary battery using the same are provided, which satisfy both flame retardancy and charge-discharge cycle characteristics, and attain a longer lifetime of the battery. A mixture of a chain carbonate, vinylene carbonate, a fluorinated cyclic carbonate and a phosphate ester is used as the non-aqueous electrolyte. It is desirable that the phosphate ester includes trimethyl phosphate and a fluorinated phosphate ester. Further, it is desirable that ethylene carbonate is further contained.

Abstract: A graft copolymer having a side chain graft-polymerized by atom transfer living radical polymerization (ATRP) on a main chain polymerized by organotellurium-mediated living radical polymerization (TERP), wherein the molecular weight distribution is such that Mw/Mn is 1.5 or less. The graft copolymer is also such that a main chain moiety mainly consisting of the main chain and a side chain moiety mainly consisting of the side chain have microphase-separated structures. The graft copolymer has a narrow molecular weight distribution and forms microphase-separated structures through self organization of hydrophobic and hydrophilic moieties.

Abstract: A solid electrolyte for an electrochemical device includes a composite of a plastic crystal matrix electrolyte doped with an ionic salt and a crosslinked polymer structure having a linear polymer as a side chain chemically bonded thereto. The linear polymer has a weight average molecular weight of 100 to 5,000 and one functional group. The electrolyte has high ionic conductivity comparable to that of a liquid electrolyte due to the use of the plastic crystal, and high mechanical strength comparable to that of a solid electrolyte due to the introduction of the crosslinked polymer structure. A method for preparing the solid electrolyte does not essentially require the use of a solvent, eliminating the need for drying. The electrolyte is suitable for use in a cable-type battery whose shape is easy to change due to its high ionic conductivity and high mechanical strength comparable to that of a solid electrolyte.

Abstract: A non-aqueous battery comprising a positive electrode material capable of being doped with and liberating lithium, a negative electrode material capable of being doped with and liberating lithium, and a polymer electrolyte disposed between the positive and negative electrode materials. The polymer electrolyte is formed by mixing a vinylidene fluoride copolymer and a nonaqueous electrolytic solution with a solvent, followed by evaporation of the solvent, so as to retain a high proportion of the nonaqueous electrolytic solution, leading to high electroconductivity and excellent strength in this state. The vinylidene fluoride copolymer comprises 80 to 97 wt. % of vinylidene fluoride monomer units and 3 to 20 wt. % of units of at least one monomer copolymerizable with vinylidene fluoride monomer, and has an inherent viscosity of 1.7 to 7 dl/g, as measured at 30° C. in a solution at a concentration of 4 g of polymer in 1 liter of N,N-dimethylformamide.

Abstract: A layer system for electrochemical cells comprising at least one fibrous nonwoven fabric (A) formed by fibers of one or more organic polymers or mixtures of organic polymers (A1) wherein (i) the fibrous nonwoven fabric (A) contains a polymer electrolyte (C) comprising (C1) an electrolyte solvent or a mixture of electrolyte solvents, (C2) at least one electrolyte salt, and (C3) at least one organic polymer or polymer mixture, and/or (ii) a second fibrous nonwoven fabric (B) formed by fibers of one or more organic polymers or mixtures of organic polymers (B1) is aligned parallel to (A), wherein (B) may contain a polymer electrolyte (D) comprising (D1) an electrolyte solvent or a mixture of electrolyte solvents, (D2) at least one electrolyte salt, and (D3) at least one organic polymer or polymer mixture.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bilayer polymer electrolyte for a lithium battery. The electrolyte comprises the layers N and P, each composed of a solid solution of an Li salt in a polymer material, the Li salt being the same in both layers, the polymer material content being at least 60% by weight, and the lithium salt content being from 5 to 25% by weight. The polymer material of the layer P contains a solvating polymer and a nonsolvating polymer, the weight ratio of the two polymers being such that the solvating polymer forms a continuous network. The polymer material of the layer N is composed of a solvating polymer and optionally a nonsolvating polymer, the weight ratio of the two polymers being such that the solvating polymer forms a continuous network, and the nonsolvating polymer does not form a continuous network.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bilayer polymer electrolyte for a lithium battery. The electrolyte comprises the layers N and P, each composed of a solid solution of an Li salt in a polymer material, the Li salt being the same in both layers, the polymer material content being at least 60% by weight, and the lithium salt content being from 5 to 25% by weight. The polymer material of the layer P contains a solvating polymer and a nonsolvating polymer, the weight ratio of the two polymers being such that the solvating polymer forms a continuous network. The polymer material of the layer N is composed of a solvating polymer and optionally a nonsolvating polymer, the weight ratio of the two polymers being such that the solvating polymer forms a continuous network, and the nonsolvating polymer does not form a continuous network.

Abstract: The present invention concerns polymers obtained by anionic initiation and bearing functions that can be activated by cationic initiations that are not reactive in the presence of anionic polymerization initiators. The presence of such cationic initiation functions allow an efficient cross-linking of the polymer after molding, particularly in the form of a thin film. It is thus possible to obtain polymers with well-defined properties in terms of molecular weight and cross-linking density. The polymers of the present invention are capable of dissolving ionic compounds inducing a conductivity for the preparation of solid electrolytes.

Abstract: Preparation process of an all-solid battery, comprising forming a linear active material part by relatively moving a first nozzle which discharges active material linearly with respect to a current collector to form a plurality of linear active material parts on the current collector, forming a first electrolyte layer by relatively moving a second nozzle which discharges first electrolyte material with respect to the current collector to apply first electrolyte material to each of the plurality of linear active material parts to form linear electrolyte parts thereon to thereby prepare linear active material-electrolyte parts, photo-curing by irradiating light to the linear electrolyte parts to cure them, and forming a second electrolyte layer by applying second electrolyte material to the whole of the linear active material-electrolyte parts and spaces on the current collector between the linear active material-electrolyte parts to prepare the second electrolyte layer.

Abstract: A solid polymer electrolyte composition having good conductivity and better mechanical strength is provided. The solid polymer electrolyte composition includes at least one lithium salt and a crosslinking polymer containing at least a first segment, a second segment, a third segment, and a fourth segment. The first segment includes polyalkylene oxide and/or polysiloxane backbone. The second segment includes urea and/or urethane linkages. The third segment includes silane domain. The fourth segment includes phenylene structure. Moreover, the solid polymer electrolyte composition further includes an additive for improving ionic conductivity thereof.

Abstract: A polymer electrolyte-containing solution is obtained by preparing a first solution, preparing a second solution and mixing the first and second solutions. The first solution is prepared by dissolving a perfluorocarbonsulfonic acid resin (component A) having an ion-exchange capacity of 0.5 to 3.0 meq/g in a protic solvent. The second solution is prepared separate from the first solution, by dissolving a polyazole-based compound (component B) and an alkali metal hydroxide in a protic solvent. The first and second solutions are mixed to prepare a polymer electrolyte-containing solution in which a weight ratio of the component A to component B, (A/B) , is from 2:3 to 199 and a total weight of the component A and the component B is from 0.5 to 30% by weight on the basis of the solution including the protic solvent. The protic solvent is an aliphatic alcohol.

Abstract: Rechargeable lithium batteries are described, comprising an airtight container, electrodes immersed in an electrolytic solution and spaced apart by means of one or more separators, electrical contacts connected to the electrodes and means (10) for sorbing harmful substances, the means comprising a polymeric housing (11, 12) being permeable to said harmful substances but impermeable to the electrolyte and containing one or more getter materials (14) for the sorption of said harmful substances.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polymer electrolyte that provides high proton conductivity and low fuel crossover at the same time, as well as a member using the same. The embodiments of the invention can achieve high output and high energy density in the form of a polymer electrolyte fuel cell. A polymer electrolyte comprising a proton conductive polymer (A) and a polymer (B) which is different from (A) wherein a ratio of the amount of unfreezable water, represented by formula (S1), in said polymer electrolyte is no less than 40 wt % and no greater than 100 wt % is disclosed. The ratio of amount of unfreezable water (S1)=(amount of unfreezable water)/(amount of low melting point water+amount of unfreezable water)×100 (%).

Abstract: A polymer that combines high ionic conductivity with the structural properties required for Li electrode stability is useful as a solid phase electrolyte for high energy density, high cycle life batteries that do not suffer from failures due to side reactions and dendrite growth on the Li electrodes, and other potential applications. The polymer electrolyte includes a linear block copolymer having a conductive linear polymer block with a molecular weight of at least 5000 Daltons, a structural linear polymer block with an elastic modulus in excess of 1×107 Pa and an ionic conductivity of at least 1×10?5 Scm?1. The electrolyte is made under dry conditions to achieve the noted characteristics. In another aspect, the electrolyte exhibits a conductivity drop when the temperature of electrolyte increases over a threshold temperature, thereby providing a shutoff mechanism for preventing thermal runaway in lithium battery cells.

Abstract: Solid polymer electrolyte (SPE) comprising at least one electrolyte salt and at least one linear triblock copolymer A-B-A, in which: the blocks A are polymers that may be prepared from one or more monomers chosen from styrene, o-methylstyrene, p-methylstyrene, m-t-butoxystyrene, 2,4-dimethylstyrene, m-chlorostyrene, p-chlorostyrene, 4-carboxystyrene, vinylanisole, vinylbenzoic acid, vinylaniline, vinylnaphthalene, 9-vinylanthracene, 1 to 10C alkyl methacrylates, 4-chloromethylstyrene, divinylbenzene, trimethylolpropane triacrylate, tetramethylolpropane tetraacrylate, 1 to 10C alkyl acrylates, acrylic acid and methacrylic acid; the block B is a polymer that may be prepared from one or more monomers chosen from ethylene oxide (EO), propylene oxide (PO), poly(ethylene glycol) acrylates (PEGA) and poly(ethylene glycol) methacrylates (PEGMA). Rechargeable battery cell or accumulator comprising an anode and a cathode between which is intercalated the said solid polymer electrolyte.

Abstract: Provided are a composite polymer electrolyte for a lithium secondary battery in which a composite polymer matrix multi-layer structure composed of a plurality of polymer matrices with different pore sizes is impregnated with an electrolyte solution, and a method of manufacturing the same. Among the polymer matrices, a microporous polymer matrix with a smaller pore size contains a lithium cationic single-ion conducting inorganic filler, thereby enhancing ionic conductivity, the distribution uniformity of the impregnated electrolyte solution, and maintenance characteristics. The microporous polymer matrix containing the lithium cationic single-ion conducting inorganic filler is coated on a surface of a porous polymer matrix to form the composite polymer matrix multi-layer structure, which is then impregnated with the electrolyte solution, to manufacture the composite polymer electrolyte. The composite polymer electrolyte is used in a unit battery.