RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES INCLUDING HIGH-VOLTAGE CATHODE AND REDOX SHUTTLE CONFERRING OVERCHARGE PROTECTION

摘要

Compounds for use as photoredox catalysts and as redox shuttles in a rechargeable battery having a high-voltage cathode providing overcharge protection capabilities are provided, including a compound according to the formula:; ;wherein R is selected from the group consisting of alkyl, aryl, alkylaryl, alkoxyaryl, alkylcarboxyl, aryl carbonyl, haloalkyl, perfluoroalkyl, glycols, haloaryl, a negative electrolyte, and a polymer.