Characterization of PEO-based composite cathodes - I. Morphological, thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties

This report describes the fabrication and characterization of polymer based composite cathode membranes intended for use in poly mer-electrolyte batte ries operating at moderate temperatures (60-100 degrees C). The present wor k is focused on the determination of morphological thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties of PEG-based composite cathodes. The work was develo ped within the Advanced Lithium Polymer Electrolyte project (ALPE), an Ital ian integrated project devoted to the realization of lithium polymer batter ies for electric vehicle applications. (C) 2000 The Electrochemical Society . S0013-4651(99)06-053-X. All rights reserved.