Use of Inorganic Materials as Energy Storage: New Electrode Materials in Lithium-Ion Batteries

Аннотация

The rapid advancement of lithium-ion battery (LIB) technology demands the development of new electrode materials to improve energy density, safety, and longevity. Inorganic materials, including transition metal oxides, silicon-based alloys, and olivine phosphates, have shown great potential as next-generation electrode candidates due to their superior electrochemical properties and structural stability. This article reviews recent progress in inorganic electrode materials, emphasizing their advantages, challenges such as volume expansion and conductivity issues, and strategies like nanostructuring and composites to enhance performance. Furthermore, the article highlights key industrial applications and future prospects, demonstrating how inorganic materials are shaping the future of energy storage. Keywords: Lithium-ion batteries, inorganic electrode materials, transition metal oxides, silicon anodes, olivine phosphates, energy storage, battery performance, nanostructures, composites.