A polymeric single-cation conductor has been found to be a more stable
electrolyte than a polymeric bi-ion conductor. The discharge/charge c
haracteristics of Li/polymeric single-cation conductor/V3O8Li1-x cell
have been investigated, A hysteresis in the discharge voltage exists d
uring the initial discharge of the battery. Nevertheless, the battery
exhibits good discharge/charge characteristics and long shelf life.