Layered lithium cobalt oxide, a vital element in lithium-ion batteries, has been successfully synthesized at temperatures as low as 300 °C and within a mere 30-minute timeframe. Reaction pathway of ...

A cobalt-based catalyst has been shown to break down mixed recycled plastics, including polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), into propane that can be used as fuel or even as feedstock for new ...

How do Lithium-ion Batteries Work? Lithium-ion batteries are commonly used in a variety of electronic devices. Lithium-ion battery cathodes are a critical component of the battery. They store and ...