X-ray photoelectron spectroscopic investigation of atomic-layer-deposited spinel Li4Ti5O12: Calcination under reducing atmosphere
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Abstract
Across all material candidates used as anodes in lithium-ion batteries, lithium titanate (Li4Ti5O12) (LTO) is an excellent replacement for conventional electrode materials, such as graphite or silicon. Compares to commercial graphite anodes, LTO offers a higher charging rate and safer operation, and compares to silicon, it undergoes almost no volume expansion during intercalation of lithium ions into the crystal lattice, so-called zero-strain material. However, the LTO performance still suffers from low conductivity due to the oxidation of titanium (Ti) in spinel-LTO and low ionic kinetics diffusion while cycling, which largely limits its application in solid-state batteries. Modifying the LTO lattice or crystal structure is one way to mitigate this problem. This study shows the coexistence of two main components, Ti4+ and Ti3+, in the crystal structure of LTO developed with a modified atomic layer deposition. The X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy analysis shows calcination under reducing gas, introduces Ti3+ and oxygen vacancies into the Li4Ti5O12 crystal, which can affect the electronic conductivity of LTO. Furthermore, we show how different substrates acting as diffusion barriers affect the film properties.
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Original language | English |
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Article number | 139694 |
Journal | Thin solid films |
Volume | 768 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Mar 2023 |
Peer-reviewed | Yes |
Keywords
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ASJC Scopus subject areas
Keywords
- Anode material, Atomic layer deposition (ALD), Diffusion barrier, Lithium titanate (LTO), Spinel-LTO, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS)