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Research Progress on Conductivity Modification of Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate Cathodes
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Yangxi LIU1, Yehua WU1, Zheng LIANG2, Jiajun ZHOU1, Ruibin ZHANG1, Fenghao ZHENG1, Weibin ZHAO1, Haoxiang ZHONG1
Journal of the Chinese Ceramic Society | 2026, 54(1) : 286 - 296
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Research Progress on Conductivity Modification of Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate Cathodes
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Yangxi LIU1, Yehua WU1, Zheng LIANG2, Jiajun ZHOU1, Ruibin ZHANG1, Fenghao ZHENG1, Weibin ZHAO1, Haoxiang ZHONG1
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  • 1.School of Marine Equipment Engineering, Guangzhou Maritime University, Guangzhou 510725, China
  • 2.Guangzhou Institute of Energy Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510640, China
  • LIU Yangxi (1997-), female, Ph.D. E-mail:

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LIU Yangxi (1997-), female, Ph.D. E-mail:

Published: 2026-01-20 doi: 10.14062/j.issn.0454-5648.20250610
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Lithium manganese iron phosphate (LiMnxFe1-xPO4, 0 < x < 1, LMFP) has emerged as a highly promising cathode material for next-generation lithium-ion batteries. It inherits the exceptional safety profile, low cost, and structural stability of LiFePO4 (LFP) with a higher operational voltage (~4.1 V vs. Li+/Li) and increased theoretical energy density due to the Mn2+/Mn3+ redox couple. These attributes make LMFP a compelling candidate for applications demanding high energy density, such as electric vehicles and grid storage, particularly within the context of global decarbonization efforts.

However, the widespread commercialization of LMFP faces significant hurdles. First, Its intrinsically low electronic and ionic conductivity severely restrict the improvement of rate capability and power density of LMFP, rendering it difficult to meet the demands of high-power applications. Sencond, LMFP also suffers from challenges associated with the Jahn-Teller distortion of Mn3+ ions during cycling. This distortion induces severe lattice strain, promotes Mn2+ dissolution into the electrolyte, and accelerates side reactions (e.g., the formation of Li4P2O7). The dissolved Mn2+ can migrate to the anode, damaging the solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) film on the anode surface. Meanwhile, this process consumes active lithium in the battery, increases polarization, and ultimately leads to rapid capacity fading and a significant decline in cycling stability.

To overcome these limitations, extensive research focuses on enhancing LMFP's conductivity and mitigating the Jahn-Teller effects. Key modification strategies include: 1) Particle size optimization and morphology control: Reducing particle size and engineering crystal morphology (e.g., maximizing the electrochemically active (010) facet) to shorten lithium-ion diffusion pathways. 2) Surface coating: Conductive coatings (especially carbon-based materials) improve surface electronic conductivity and protect against electrolyte decomposition. 3) Ion doping: Substituting cations (e.g., Mg2+, Zn2+, Al3+, Nb5+) at Li, Fe, or Mn sites enhances bulk electronic/ionic conductivity and stabilizes the crystal structure. 4) Composite electrodes: Combining LMFP with highly conductive materials improves overall electrode kinetics. Consequently, the implementation of these strategies leads to a significant enhancement in the electrochemical performance of LMFP.

Summary and prospects

Enhancing conductivity is pivotal for optimizing LMFP electrochemical performance. Current strategies effectively improve electronic conductivity via carbon coating, doping, conductive additives, and nanostructuring, while ionic conductivity benefits from morphology design, ion doping, and ionically conductive surface coatings. However, single modification approaches remain insufficient to fundamentally resolve LMFP's low conductivity. Future research must focus on synergistic modification strategies, constructing integrated 3D electron/ion conduction networks within particles and electrodes. Additionally, deeper investigation into microstructure-property relationships is essential to guide material optimization. This will enable cost-effective ultra-fast charging solutions for new energy vehicles and grid storage, advancing high-safety, long-lifetime, high-rate lithium batteries for energy transition.

lithium manganese iron phosphate  /  electronic conductivity  /  ionic conductivity  /  modification methods
刘洋汐, 伍业华, 梁正, 周嘉俊, 张锐斌, 郑枫浩, 赵伟彬, 仲皓想. 磷酸锰铁锂正极材料电导率改性研究进展. 硅酸盐学报, 2026 , 54 (1) : 286 -296 . DOI: 10.14062/j.issn.0454-5648.20250610
Yangxi LIU, Yehua WU, Zheng LIANG, Jiajun ZHOU, Ruibin ZHANG, Fenghao ZHENG, Weibin ZHAO, Haoxiang ZHONG. Research Progress on Conductivity Modification of Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate Cathodes[J]. Journal of the Chinese Ceramic Society, 2026 , 54 (1) : 286 -296 . DOI: 10.14062/j.issn.0454-5648.20250610
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doi: 10.14062/j.issn.0454-5648.20250610
  • Receive Date:2025-08-19
  • Online Date:2026-10-27
  • Published:2026-01-20
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  • Received:2025-08-19
  • Revised:2025-09-05
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    1.School of Marine Equipment Engineering, Guangzhou Maritime University, Guangzhou 510725, China
    2.Guangzhou Institute of Energy Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510640, China

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鹅膏菌科Amanitaceae 2 11 5.26 鹅膏菌属 Amanita 10 4.78
小菇科 Mycenaceae 2 12 5.74 丝盖伞属 Inocybe 5 2.39
多孔菌科 Polyporaceae 8 14 6.70 蜡蘑属 Laccaria 5 2.39
红菇科 Russulaceae 3 23 11.00 小皮伞属 Marasmius 6 2.87
小菇属 Mycena 11 5.26
光柄菇属 Pluteus 5 2.39
红菇属 Russula 17 8.13
栓菌属 Trametes 5 2.39
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