Lithium-Doped Glass Ceramics: A Review for Advanced Energy Storage

Abstract

Ever since the introduction of the lithium-doped glass ceramics (LDGCs) to the arena of functional advanced materials have drawn the notice of researchers due to their exemplary use in developing a specific balance between the processing advantage offered by glasses and the performance advantage offered by ceramics, and such that is critical to the overall performance needed in the area of energy storage. The objective of this paper is to list the available information on the use of lithium-doped glass ceramics to the aim of fostering a better performance in the area of energy storage, namely the development and fabrication of high-performance, scaled, safe batteries, ceramic/glass electrolyte materials, and dielectric/ferroelectric devices. The paper also attempts to highlight some of the challenges prevalent in the field, followed by the scope of expanding the use of lithium-doped glass ceramics for the purpose of enhancing the state of the art in the field. Among the challenges, Li⁺ conductivity, the use of nanocrystallization, and other factors have been addressed in the paper to provide a clear picture for the expanded use in the field.