Molecular insights into temperature-driven transport mechanisms in EC–LiTFSI electrolytes

Key Points

• The research aims to explore how temperature impacts ion dynamics and conductivity in EC-LiTFSI electrolytes.
• Analyzed temperature-dependent properties of EC-LiTFSI electrolytes.
• Examined the relationship between ionic conductivity and viscosity.
• Assessed the effects of viscosity on ion-pair dynamics.
• Found that reduced viscosity improves ion dynamics and reduces correlations.
• Observed near-ideal Walden scaling between ionic conductivity and viscosity.