Silicon (Si) is considered the most promising anode material for the next generation of
lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs) because of its high theoretical specific capacity and abundant …

Lithium-ion batteries are essential for powering various technologies, including portable
electronics, electric vehicles, and renewable energy systems. Silicon anodes, with their …

In this work we report the solid reaction products from the chemical reaction of aprotic battery
electrolyte and three purported components of the Si-based anode SEI: SiO2 nanoparticles …

Silicon anodes for lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs) have the potential for higher energy density
compared to conventionally used graphite‐based LIB anodes. However, silicon anodes …

Striking a balance between high theoretical capacity, earth abundance, and compatibility
with existing manufacturing infrastructure, silicon is one of the few materials that meet the …

The lithium-ion batteries powering mass market electric vehicles must be capable of
operating in a wide temperature range. Temperature variation has the potential to greatly …

The energy density of lithium-ion batteries can be increased by replacing the traditional
graphite anode with a high capacity silicon anode. However, volume changes and interfacial …

Unstable electrode/electrolyte interface is the major cause of degradation for silicon (Si)-
based anodes for lithium (Li)-ion batteries. Development of functional electrolyte additives …

Herein, we evaluate the effect of covalently attached molecular coating hydrophobicity on
the surface of the silicon nanoparticle (Si NP) active anode material for Li-ion batteries. The …

Silicon's potential as a lithium-ion battery (LIB) anode is hindered by the reactivity of the
lithium silicide (Li x Si) interface. This study introduces an innovative approach by alloying …