Bicyclic-borate complexes  have been synthesized for use as an alternative anion for lithium ion batteries in hopes that they will provide insight into more flame retardant types of ions, or FRIons. This synthesis has been done through azeotropic distillations and solvent-free methods utilizing boronic acids. The current bicyclic compounds being produced were inspired by creating derivatives of lithium bis(oxalato) borate, also known as LiBOB.

Bicyclic-borate synthesis for use in lithium ion batteries

245th National Meeting (2013)

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