“…Because the polymer functions as a semipermeable membrane [19], the polymer component can limit access of molecules, solvent, or reactants to the oxide surface. For rechargeable Li-ion battery applications, the polymer coating may limit the formation of a solid electrolyte interface layer [5] by controlling solvent access to the electrode surface and may also protect against Mn dissolution, as has been observed during cycling of spinel LiMn 2 O 4 [34]. By using a polymer that is ionically conducting as well as electronically insulating, the electrodeposited film can function as a solid electrolyte [30].…”