LiNiO₂ is a lithium nickel oxide compound belonging to the layered rock-salt family of materials, studied primarily as a potential cathode material for lithium-ion batteries. This material is largely in the research and development phase, explored for its theoretical high energy density and cycling stability compared to conventional lithium cobalt oxide cathodes. Engineers and battery researchers evaluate LiNiO₂-based compositions as cost-effective and cobalt-free alternatives for next-generation energy storage, though commercial deployment remains limited due to structural stability and safety challenges that require careful doping and surface treatment strategies.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bulk Modulus(K) | 18,348.9 | ksi | — | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4,697.3 | ksi | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Band Gap(Eg) | 0.01910 | eV | — |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -1.410 | eV/atom | — |