Facile synthesis of one-dimensional LiNi0.8Co0.15Al0.05O2 microrods as advanced cathode materials for lithium ion batteries

One-dimensional LiNi0.8Co0.15Al0.05O2 microrods are synthesized through chemical lithiation of mixed Ni, Co, and Al oxalate microrods obtained via a two-step co-precipitation strategy. The rod-like morphology together with high structural stability endows the LiNi0.8Co0.15Al0.05O2 microrods with superior rate capability and cycling performance for highly reversible lithium storage.