ICP-assisted pre-lithiation of silicon thin-film electrodes for achieving high initial coulombic efficiency for lithium-ion batteries using inductively coupled plasma for lithium impregnation

Key Points

• This research aims to improve the initial coulombic efficiency of silicon-based anodes in lithium-ion batteries.
• Utilized inductively coupled plasma for lithium impregnation of silicon thin-film electrodes.
• Assessed the impact of pre-lithiation on performance metrics of lithium-ion batteries.
• Conducted charge-discharge cycling tests to evaluate efficiency and stability.
• Achieved high initial coulombic efficiency in the treated silicon electrodes.
• Significantly reduced capacity decay during cycling compared to untreated electrodes.
• Demonstrated superior energy density capabilities for next-generation batteries.