Electrode Materials
Unravelling the Nature of the Intrinsic Complex Structure of Binary-Phase Na-Layered Oxides
In article number 2202137, (Adv. Mater. 29/2022) A K Paidi, Docheon Ahn and co-workers report an in-depth phase analysis of their developed Na1−xTMO2 cathode materials with P2- and O3-type phases for Na-ion rechargeable batteries, providing structural visualization on an atomic scale and unveiling the existence of a mixed-phase intergrowth layer distribution and unequal distribution of P2 and O3 phases. The synergetic effect of the simultaneous existence of P- and O-type phases and their unique structures allows an extraordinary level of capacity retention in a wide range of voltage (1.5–4.5 V).
Book Chapter
Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide (NCM) Cathode Materials
Published in Advancement in Oxide Utilization for Li Rechargeable Batteries, Royal Society of Chemistry (2025).
This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of LiNiₓCoᵧMn₁₋ₓ₋ᵧO₂ (NCM) cathode materials, with particular emphasis on Ni-rich layered oxides for lithium-ion batteries. It discusses the crystal structure, synthesis strategies, phase evolution, and electrochemical performance of NCM materials, along with their role in next-generation high-energy batteries. The chapter also highlights recent advancements, practical challenges, and commercialization prospects of NCM cathodes in sustainable energy storage technologies.
Chapter 12, Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide (NCM) Cathode Materials
By Anil Kumar Paidi; Ahn Docheon
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/9781837673612-00282
Selected for and featured in JMCA
In article (JMC A. 23, 11, 2023) A K Paidi, Docheon Ahn and co-workers report Nickel-rich layered cathode materials and their correlation with the electronic structure are crucial to understanding the functionality of Li-ion batteries in the commercial deployment of electric vehicles.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2023, 11, 12002-12012
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TA01822A
Correlating charge heterogeneity and fi rst-cycle irreversible
capacity loss in lithium-ion batteries
Leveraging advanced synchrotron analysis, this work quantitatively demonstrates a direct correlation between material heterogeneity in high-nickel cathodes and the primary mechanism driving irreversible capacity loss (IRC). Image reproduced by permission of Dr. Anil Kumar Paidi & Dr Docheon Ahn from J. Mater. Chem. A, 2026, 14, 2723.
See A.K Paidi, Docheon Ahn and coworkers J. Mater. Chem. A, 2026, 14, 2723.
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5TA07255G