Li₃V₂(PO₄)₃ cathodes for Li-ion batteries (LIBs) were synthesized using a hydrothermal method with the subsequent annealing in an argon atmosphere to achieve optimal properties. The X-ray diffraction analysis confirmed the material’s single-phase nature, while the scanning electron microscopy revealed a granular structure, indicating a uniform particle size distribution, beneficial for electrochemical performance. Magnetometry and electron spin resonance studies were conducted to investigate the magnetic properties, confirming the presence of the relatively low concentration and highly uniform distribution of tetravalent vanadium ions (V⁴⁺), which indicated low lithium deficiency values in the original structure and a high degree of magnetic homogeneity in the sample, an essential factor for consistent electrochemical behavior. For this pure phase Li₃V₂(PO₄)₃ sample, devoid of any impurities such as carbon or salts, extensive electrochemical property testing was performed. These tests resulted in the experimental discovery of a remarkably high lithium diffusion coefficient D = 1.07 × 10⁻¹⁰ cm²/s, indicating excellent ionic conductivity, and demonstrated impressive stability of the material with sustained performance over 1000 charge–discharge cycles. Additionally, relithiated Li₃V₂(PO₄)₃ (after multiple electrochemical cycling) samples were investigated using scanning electron microscopy, magnetometry and electron spin resonance methods to determine the extent of degradation. The combination of high lithium diffusion coefficients, a low degradation rate and remarkable cycling stability positions this Li₃V₂(PO₄)₃ material as a promising candidate for advanced energy storage applications.

Electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) studies have been performed with the aim of determining the valence state and local crystal structure of the nearest environment of vanadium ions in the initial,...

The preparation of carbon nanotube/metallic particle hybrids using pressed porous stainless steel pellets as a substrate is described. The catalytic growth of carbon nanotubes was carried out by CVD on a nickel catalyst obtained by impregnation of pellets with a highly dispersive colloidal solution of nickel acetate tetrahydrate in ethanol. Granular polyethylene was used as the carbon source. Metallic particles were deposited by thermal evaporation of Pt and Ag using pellets with grown carbon nanotubes as a base. The use of such composites as fuel cell electrodes is discussed.

Here, we present the investigation of the magnetic properties of Li₃V₂(PO₄)₃/Li₃PO₄ composites, which can be potentially used as a cathode material in lithium-ion batteries. Li₃V₂(PO₄)₃/Li₃PO₄ was synthesized by the thermal hydrolysis method and has a granular mesoporous structure. Magnetic properties of the composite were investigated using magnetometry and electron spin resonance methods. Based on magnetization measurements, the simultaneous existence of the paramagnetic phase with antiferromagnetic interactions between spins of V³⁺ ions and magnetically correlated regions was suggested. Most probably, magnetically correlated regions were formed due to anti-site defects and the presence of V⁴⁺ ions that was directly confirmed by electron spin resonance measurements.