High-temperature chemical oxidation pathways in lithium-ion batteries: mechanistic insights into ethylene carbonate decomposition

Chemical Science 2026 Open access

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Authors: Leon Schmidt, Kie Hankins, Jorge Valenzuela, René Windiks, Adrian Lindner, Ruth Witzel, Yuchen Qiu, Edwin Knobbe, Ulrike Krewer
DOI: 10.1039/d6sc00426a
Cited by: 5
References: 60

Abstract

. These findings suggest a significant contribution of EC to thermal gas evolution and exothermicity under abuse conditions, thereby establishing a mechanistic link between electrolyte chemistry and thermal events. This integrated experimental-computational approach provides critical insights to guide improved electrolyte formulations and predictive thermal models.

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Advanced Battery Technologies Research Advancements in Battery Materials Thermal and Kinetic Analysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Chemical Science
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
17
Issue
18
Pages
9049–9060
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN