Comparative Analysis of Lithium-Ion Cell Performance Using Different Cathode Materials Under Drive Cycle Simulations

Abstract

The research presents a comprehensive investigation into the performance characteristics of lithium-ion cells utilizing different cathode materials, namely Lithium Cobalt Oxide (LCO), Lithium Manganese Oxide (LMO), Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide with a ratio of 1:1:1 (NMC 111), Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide with a ratio of 8:1:1 (NMC 811), and Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminum Oxide (NCA). Drive cycle simulations are conducted using the COMSOL Multiphysics software to analyze various cell parameters, including boundary electric potential, current, cell voltage, state of charge (SOC), and electrode SOC's. A comparative study is performed to identify the materials yielding the highest and lowest values for each output parameter. The results of this study offer valuable insights into the performance characteristics of different lithium-ion cell materials under varying operating conditions, thereby aiding in the selection and optimization of suitable materials for specific applications.