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Lithium-containing silicon oxide powder and making method

US6893621B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 5, 2002
Grant dateMay 17, 2005
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Expiry dateMay 2, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E60/10
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A lithium ion secondary cell having a high capacity, improved first charge/discharge efficiency and improved cycle performance is obtainable using as the negative electrode material a lithium-containing silicon oxide powder having the formula: SiLixOy wherein x and y are 0<x<1.0 and 0<y<1.5, with the lithium being fused and partially crystallized.

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