Latest Publications & Patents on Lithium Research and Applications
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A Method Based on Circular Economy to Improve the Economic Performance of Second-Life Batteries
Published on 2025-02-19 by Roberto Álvarez Fernández, Oscar Castillo Campo @MDPI
Abstract: Batteries are essential for the functionality of electric vehicles (EVs), leading to their design with enhanced performance and durability. Consequently, traction batteries are often replaced while they still retain the properties for use in less stressful demanding applications, with lower power and storage requirements. This serves as a notable opportunity for circular economy. The energy management system presented is designed with lithium-ion batteries coming from EVs and repurposed for elec[...]
Our summary: Method utilizing second-life batteries from EVs for electricity storage in buildings, reducing peak consumption and electricity costs, case study in Spanish market.
Circular Economy, Second-Life Batteries, Energy Management System, Lithium-ion Batteries
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The Effect of Substrate Roughness and Impact Angle on Droplet Spreading in Spraying
Published on 2025-02-18 by Li’e Ma, Yijun Ma, Kanghui Yu, Hongli Xu, Jiaqi Hao, Yuan Li, Kaiyu Wang, Dongyue Sun @MDPI
Abstract: The effects of substrate roughness and impact angle on the spreading behavior of Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) slurry droplets during the spraying process using a dispersing disk are investigated, aiming to enhance the quality of lithium-ion battery separators. In this study, through theoretical modeling and simulation analysis, mathematical expressions for the maximum spreading coefficient and the final shrinking coefficient of the droplets are derived. A simulation model for droplet impact an[...]
Our summary: Investigation of PVDF slurry droplet spreading on rough substrates and at different impact angles to improve lithium-ion battery separator quality through theoretical modeling, simulation analysis, and experimental validation.
substrate roughness, impact angle, droplet spreading, spraying
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The Safety Engineering of Sodium-Ion Batteries Used as an Energy Storage System for the Military
Published on 2025-02-18 by Agnieszka Iwan, Krzysztof A. Bogdanowicz, Robert Pich, Agnieszka Gonciarz, Jacek Miedziak, Ireneusz Plebankiewicz, Wojciech Przybyl @MDPI
Abstract: The main idea of this work is based on the latest achievements in the commercialization of sodium-ion (Na-ion) batteries, which constitute a basis of analysis for military applications as energy storage systems. Technical, engineering, and ecological aspects were analyzed to find the optimal solution for using Na-ion batteries for military purposes. When selecting batteries for military applications, the following criteria are required: (a) they are more durable than standard batteries, (b) resi[...]
Our summary: Latest achievements in commercialization of sodium-ion batteries analyzed for military applications. Criteria for selecting batteries for military purposes and comparison with other battery types. Potential advantages and challenges of sodium-ion batteries for military operations.
safety engineering, sodium-ion batteries, energy storage system, military
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Silicon/Biomass Carbon Composite as a Low-Cost Anode for Lithium-Ion Batteries
Published on 2025-02-18 by Ziying Meng, Ziqing Xu, Heng Li, Hanqing Xiong, Xijun Liu, Chunling Qin, Zhifeng Wang @MDPI
Abstract: Various biomass materials have been developed as precursor materials to fabricate carbon-based anodes for Li-ion battery (LIB) applications due to their inherent sustainability and low cost. However, the low theoretical specific capacity of carbon materials (273 mAh g−1) restricts their further application as an anode for LIBs. Herein, silicon/reed catkin composites (Si/RC) and silicon/apricot shell-derived carbon (Si/AC) are successfully fabricated, and their performances are eval[...]
Our summary: Low-cost silicon/biomass carbon composite anodes for lithium-ion batteries show promising performance, with reversible capacity of 318.4 mAh g−1 after 100 cycles at 200 mA g−1. Feasibility of using biomass reed catkins for energy storage applications is demonstrated.
Silicon, Biomass, Carbon Composite, Anode
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High-Efficiency Extraction of Lithium and Aluminum from Coal Fly Ash Using Activation-Sintering Technology
Published on 2025-02-17 by Chenliang Zhang, Yanheng Li, Qiaojing Zhao, Mingjing Xu, Bin Yao, Pengpeng Zhang, Xuan Ji, Jiawei Fan @MDPI
Abstract: The objective of this study was to investigate the potential for extracting lithium and aluminum from coal fly ash in depth. The activation-sintering method was used to study how factors like activators, sintering agents, sintering time, leaching concentration, and temperature affect the leaching of lithium and aluminum. A 1:2 Na2CO3 activator was proportioned with coal fly ash for primary incineration at a temperature of 1000 °C for 30 min, after which a 3:1 Na2SO4 sintering agent w[...]
Our summary: Investigation of high-efficiency extraction of lithium and aluminum from coal fly ash using activation-sintering technology, studying factors affecting leaching process, achieving rates of approximately 80%.
Extraction, Lithium, Aluminum, Activation-Sintering
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Chemical Compatibility of Li1.3Al0.3Ti1.7(PO4)3 Solid-State Electrolyte Co-Sintered with Li4Ti5O12 Anode for Multilayer Ceramic Lithium Batteries
Published on 2025-02-15 by Jiangtao Li, Mingsheng Ma, Ya Mao, Faqiang Zhang, Jingjing Feng, Yingchun Lyu, Tu Lan, Yongxiang Li, Zhifu Liu @MDPI
Abstract: Multilayer ceramic lithium batteries (MLCBs) are regarded as a new type of oxide-based all-solid-state microbattery for integrated circuits and various wearable devices. The chemical compatibility between the solid electrolyte and electrode active materials during the high-temperature co-sintering process is crucial for determining the structural stability and cycling performance of MLCBs. This study focuses on the typical MLCB composite electrodes composed of the NASICON-type Li1.3Al0.3Ti1.7(PO[...]
Our summary: Study on chemical compatibility between solid electrolyte and electrode materials during co-sintering process for MLCBs. Investigation of LATP and LTO composite electrodes behavior over temperature range. Formation of TiO2, Li3PO4, and LiTiOPO4 due to Li diffusion from LTO anode. Integration of LATP/LTO at 800-900°C crucial for MLCB fabrication optimization.
Chemical Compatibility, Solid-State Electrolyte, Co-Sintering, Multilayer Ceramic Lithium Batteries
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Solar panel recycling
Patent published on the 2025-02-13 in WO under Ref WO2025035146 by WORCESTER POLYTECHNIC INST [US] (Wang Yan [us], Ma Xiaotu [us], Wang Owen [us])
Abstract: A recycling process for exhausted, end-of-life solar panels achieves substantial recovery of silicon and silver, as well as other materials, from a recycling stream of discarded solar panels. Agitation and shredding of the solar panels yield a granular mass, which can be separated by particle size to yield the silicon rich solar cell material. Leaching with a strong base such as sodium hydroxide draws the silicon into the leach solution. Filtration of the leach solution draws off the silicon-ric[...]
Our summary: Recycling process for exhausted solar panels yields silicon and silver recovery through agitation, shredding, leaching with sodium hydroxide, and filtration for high purity silicon dioxide production.
solar panel recycling, silicon recovery, silver recovery, leaching
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A method for recovering lithium from a stream containing lithium
Patent published on the 2025-01-03 in FI under Ref FI20236303 by METSO FINLAND OY [FI] (IsomÄki Niko [fi], IsomÄki Niko [fi], Tiihonen Marika [fi], Kolehmainen Eero [fi], MÄkinen Annukka [fi])
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for recovering lithium from a stream containing lithium, the method comprising contacting the stream, or a pre-treated solution obtained from said stream, with sodium aluminate to form a slurry comprising a lithium aluminate precipitate, at an alkaline pH; and recovering the slurry containing said lithium aluminate or a precipitate therefrom.[...]
Our summary: Method for recovering lithium from a stream by contacting with sodium aluminate to form lithium aluminate precipitate at alkaline pH, then recovering the slurry containing the precipitate.
lithium, recovery, sodium aluminate, alkaline pH
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