journal article·2025-11-14

Research Progress on Thermal Runaway Mechanisms of All-Solid-State Lithium Batteries

Yan Cui, Weiguo Song, Jianghong Liu, Beihua Cong

ACS Energy Letters· Volume 10· Issue 11
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Abstract

Despite their various advantages, all-solid-state lithium batteries (ASSLBs) remain vulnerable to thermal runaway (TR), and the mechanisms are covered in fog. Safety theories and methods applicable to liquid-state lithium-ion batteries (LSLIBs) cannot be transferred to ASSLBs directly. Therefore, this review discusses the distinction and connection between fire and TR of batteries and their definitions. The structures, components, and materials of the two batteries are then compared. Furthermore, the temperature nodes, reactions, and driving forces of TR from overcharged LSLIBs are interpreted. Based on the above content, this paper dissects the principles, areas, and laws of TR of ASSLBs, followed by discussing similarities and differences between the LSLIB and ASSLB regarding TR. In the final part, future development directions and research ideas for improving the safety of ASSLBs are proposed. This review provides a fundamental understanding of TR issues hidden in ASSLBs and accelerates this new battery’s interdisciplinary research.
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OpenAlex topics: Advancements in Battery Materials · Advanced Battery Materials and Technologies · Advanced Battery Technologies Research

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Affiliations

State Key Laboratory of Fire Science

University of Science and Technology of China

Merchant Marine College

Shanghai Maritime University

Shanghai Institute of Disaster Prevention and Relief

Tongji University

Funding

Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality · National Natural Science Foundation of China

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