RECHARGEABLE BATTERY WITH NEGATIVE LITHIUM ELECTRODE

摘要

There is disclosed rechargeable cell or battery comprising a negative electrode, a separator, a positive electrode and non-aqueous electrolyte. The negative electrode comprises at least one or more of metallic lithium, a lithium alloy or a material (compound) capable of intercalating lithium ions. At least the positive electrode and optionally also the electrolyte includes a redox shuttle additive to facilitate dissolution of dendritic lithium in the electrolyte.