Development of an Ultra-Safe Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery.
Abstract
The work continued in a number of areas, however particular focus was on two central issues: (1) Verification of bonding procedures for inter-electrode and intra-electrode bonding using a series of fluorinated vinyl copolymers as adhesives/ion-conductors. These are plasticized with organic carbonates typical of the electrolyte (eg. EC, DEC) to improve both flexibility and ion conductivity. Two procedures appear to be equally effective. These are: a. Coating with water based latex slurry followed by air drying and hot pressing/laminating. b. Solution casting, from ketone solvents, of a slurry or interlayer followed by hot air drying and "warm" laminating. Manufacturability considerations will dictate the method of choice. (2) Design of the flexible manufacturing line is further advanced than had been expected at this time, with fabrication of prototype web-handling equipment (coater, laminator, drier, and associated ancillaries) having started. Specifications of the motor/controller and gear reducer system for the web drive of the prototype battery production machine have also been completed. This step allows ordering of all major components of the flexible battery manufacturing line to proceed. jg p.4
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 15, 1994
- Accession Number
- ADA299157
Entities
People
- J. K. Jacobs