Novel application of LiCoO2 as a high-performance candidate material for supercapacitor

Electrochemical performances of LiCoO2 as a candidate material for supercapacitor are systematically investigated. LiCoO2 nanomaterials are synthesized via hydrothermal reaction with consequent calcination process. And the particle size increases as the calcination temperature rises. LCO-650 sample with the largest particle size displays the maximum capacitances of 817.5 F·g−1 with the most outstanding capacity retention rate of 96.8% after 2000 cycles. It is shown that large particle size is beneficial to the electrochemical and structural stability of LiCoO2 materials. We speculate that the micron-sized waste LiCoO2 materials have great potential for supercapacitor application. It may provide a novel recovered approach for spent LIBs and effectively relieve the burdens on the resource waste and environment pollution.

Electrochemical properties of LiCoO2 for supercapacitor are systematically investigated. Excellent performances indicate that LiCoO2 materials have a great potential for supercapacitor application. It offers a preliminary exploration and new thought to recycle spent LIBs.Figure optionsDownload as PowerPoint slide