Introduction -- Non-aqueous Electrolytes -- Cathode Electrochemistry in Non-aqueous Li-air Batteries -- The Kinetics and Product Characteristics of Oxygen Reduction and Evolution in Li-O2 Batteries.-Atomistic and First Principles -Computational Studies of Li-O2 Batteries -- Lithium-air Batteries Based on Protected Lithium Electrodes -- Air Electrodes for Aqueous Li-air Batteries -- Solid Electrolytes for Aqueous Lithium-air Batteries -- A Solid State, Rechargeable Lithium-Oxygen Battery -- Primary Lithium-Air Batteries -- Overview of Li-O2 Battery Systems, with a Focus on Oxygen Handling Requirements and Technologies.

Lithium/air rechargeable batteries are the best candidates for a power source for electric vehicles, because of their high specific energy density. In this book, the history, scientific background, status and prospects of the lithium/air system are introduced by specialists in the field. This book contains the basics, current status, and prospects for this new technology. This book is ideal for those interested in electrochemistry, energy storage, and materials science.