Exploring the potential of polymer battery cathodes with electrically conductive molecular backbone

摘要: Organic redox materials have the potential to radically shift battery technology landscape. Here, chemical synthesis of poly(2,5-dihydroxyaniline) with intrinsic electrical conduction and a theoretical energy storage capacity 443 mA h g−1 is detailed for first time. The genuine intramolecular cross-hybridization quinone polyaniline conductor moieties leads subtle interplay between stability lithiation underlying processes being discussed. Superior conventional electrode performances are expected upon further optimization this novel class organic ion electron storage.