About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Printed Electronics and Additive Manufacturing of Advanced Functional Materials and Devices—From Processing Concepts to Applications
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| Presentation Title |
Enhancing Capacity of Cobalt-Free Lithium-Ion Batteries via Aerosol Jet Deposited Ultra Thick Micro Architected Electrode Structures
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| Author(s) |
Michael Stefanov |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Michael Stefanov |
| Abstract Scope |
This study explores the enhancement of cobalt-free lithium-ion batteries using aerosol jet printed micro-architected electrode structures. Cobalt, though widely used in high-capacity batteries, poses environmental and sourcing concerns. Aerosol Jet printing offers precise control over electrode geometry and supports the fabrication of complex lattice structures from materials like Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP). These structures improve ion diffusion, increase surface area, and enable the creation of ultra-thick electrodes (up to 500 microns) without sacrificing electrolyte access, eliminating the need for additional separators or current collectors. The research utilizes Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) to assess structural integrity and performance. Key electrochemical metrics—including specific capacity, cycling stability, and rate capability—demonstrate significant improvements over conventional designs. This work advances sustainable, high-performance, cobalt-free battery technologies, highlighting aerosol jet deposition as a promising pathway toward next-generation energy storage solutions for modern applications. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Additive Manufacturing, Energy Conversion and Storage, |