Head of Research and Development
Atsuo YAMADA
Professor
Summary of Research and Development
We will solve the trade-off between energy storage functions, particularly between energy density and safety, through "multifaceted design innovation of the SEI and CEI," which maintains and improves the basic functions of the electrolyte while tracing back to organic molecule synthesis as necessary.
Although the SEI is a crucial element that has a decisive impact on battery stability, current rate, and safety, until now it has relied solely on the coincidence of reductive decomposition of specific molecules at the anode. However, we will thoroughly introduce and optimize strategic factors such as constituent elements, molecular structure, material form, safety, toughness, plasticity, and formation potential. We will simultaneously apply similar methodologies to the CEI, the interface element on the cathode side to overcome its functional limits with thorough scientific considerations. By "creating an innocent reaction system that maintains spontaneous interface formation ability in a closed system," we aim for a breakthrough based on a realistic premise.