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Physics based modeling of LiFePO4 cathodes: effects of electrode parameters on cell performance during fast charging

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JOURNAL OF PHYSICS-ENERGY
Volume 5, Issue 4, Pages -

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IOP Publishing Ltd
DOI: 10.1088/2515-7655/acfc66

Keywords

physics; LiFePO4; cathodes; energy storage; lithium-ion batteries; fast charging; P2D model

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This study investigates the behavior of lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) cells at higher C-rates through simulation and calibration with experimental data. It is found that by adjusting the particle size and lithium diffusivity, the LFP cell can exhibit good capacity at higher C-rates.
Lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) has emerged as a potential cathode material due to its lower cost and higher stabilities. This work investigates LFP cell behavior at higher C-rates via a detailed simulation study. To facilitate this investigation, a physics-based electrochemical model is calibrated and validated with in-house experimental data. The validated model is used to study the effect of particle size, lithium diffusivity, and electrode thickness on the charge-discharge capacity of Li-LFP cells for a range of C-rates up to 5 C. A detailed discussion is carried out to explain the results of parametric studies, in terms of transport limitations, irreversible losses (overpotentials) and their dependence on different electrode parameters. The model helps us to depict the effect of these parameters on internal profiles of SOC and overpotentials, allowing for a deeper understanding of the cell behavior. Overall, the simulations show that the LFP cell is able to exhibit good capacity at higher C-rates by tuning the particle size and lithium diffusivity. An optimal combination of material and physical parameters is identified to maximize the possible capacity of LFP electrodes.

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