Solvent-association regulated electrolyte enables high-rate lithium metal batteries at low-temperature

Puntos clave

• The research aims to develop an electrolyte that supports high-rate lithium metal battery performance at low temperatures.
• Utilized solvent-association strategy for electrolyte construction
• Assessed electrolyte performance in NCM811||Li cells
• Evaluated battery behavior at −30 °C
• Achieved fast lithium ion desolvation during battery operation
• Enabled stable inorganic-rich interphase formation
• Demonstrated exceptional high-rate capability and cycling stability at low temperatures