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This research aims to connect small-scale lithiation mechanisms with the larger performance of silicon anodes in lithium-ion cells.

February 28, 2026Open Access

Bridging particle-scale lithiation mechanisms and macroscopic performance in high-energy density Si anodes via time-resolved full 3D visualisation

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This research aims to connect small-scale lithiation mechanisms with the larger performance of silicon anodes in lithium-ion cells.
Utilized 4D synchrotron nano-tomography to visualize electrode characteristics.
Assessed particle-resolved strain and deformation during lithiation processes.
Analyzed the correlation between microstructural changes and macroscopic performance.
Identified significant link between particle-scale strain and overall electrode performance.
Revealed complex chemo-mechanical interactions within high content silicon electrodes.
Provided detailed visualization of lithiation dynamics affecting battery efficiency.

Abstract

Correlative 4D synchrotron nano-tomography links electrode-scale deformations with particle-resolved strain and lithiation dynamics, revealing enhanced insights into the chemo-mechanical processes of Li-ion cells with high Si content.

Bridging particle-scale lithiation mechanisms and macroscopic performance in high-energy density Si anodes via time-resolved full 3D visualisation

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