Next-generation Batteries with Sulfur Cathodes

Next-Generation Batteries with Sulfur Cathodes provides a comprehensive review of a modern class of batteries with sulfur cathodes, particularly lithium-sulfur cathodes. The book covers recent trends, advantages and disadvantages in Li-S, Na-S, Al-S and Mg-S batteries and why these batteries are very promising for applications in hybrid and electric vehicles. Battery materials and modelling are also dealt with, as is their design, the physical phenomena existing in batteries, and a comparison of batteries between commonly used lithium-ion batteries and the new class of batteries with sulfur cathodes that are useful for devices like vehicles, wind power aggregates, computers and measurement units.

Provides solutions for the recycling of batteries with sulfur cathodesIncludes the effects of analysis and pro and cons of Li-S, Na-S, Al-S, Mg-S and Zn-S batteriesDescribes state-of-the-art technological developments and possible applications

1. Basic Concepts 2. Introduction to Lithium-Sulfur Batteries 3. Mechanisms of Shuttle-Effect and Lost of Capacity 4. Configuration 5. Positive Electrode (Cathode) 6. Binders 7. Electrolytes 8. Negative Electrode (Anode) 9. Separators 10. Thermal Batteries 11. Mg-S Batteries 12. Zn-S Batteries 13. Modeling of Batteries 14. Methods and Equipment for Measurement of Battery Parameters 15. Capacitors Improving Battery Performance 16. Recycling of Batteries with Sulfur Cathodes 17. Summary