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Li Y, Sun M, Cao Y, Yu K, Fan Z, Cao Y. Designing Low Toxic Deep Eutectic Solvents for the Green Recycle of Lithium-Ion Batteries Cathodes. CHEMSUSCHEM 2024; 17:e202301953. [PMID: 38409620 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202301953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2023] [Revised: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 02/28/2024]
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The Lithium-ion battery (LIB) is one of the main energy storage equipment. Its cathode material contains Li, Co, and other valuable metals. Therefore, recycling spent LIBs can reduce environmental pollution and resource waste, which is significant for sustainable development. However, traditional metallurgical methods are not environmentally friendly, with high cost and environmental toxicity. Recently, the concept of green chemistry gives rise to environmental and efficient recycling technology, which promotes the transition of recycling solvents from organic solvents to green solvents represented by deep eutectic solvents (DESs). DESs are considered as ideal alternative solvents in extraction processes, attracting great attention due to their low cost, low toxicity, good biodegradability, and high extraction capacity. It is very important to develop the DESs system for LIBs recycling for sustainable development of energy and green economic development of recycling technology. In this work, the applications and research progress of DESs in LIBs recovery are reviewed, and the physicochemical properties such as viscosity, toxicity and regulatory properties are summarized and discussed. In particular, the toxicity data of DESs are collected and analyzed. Finally, the guidance and prospects for future research are put forward, aiming to explore more suitable DESs for recycling valuable metals in batteries.
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- Yilin Li
- Department of Toxicology and Sanitary Chemistry, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
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- Department of Toxicology and Sanitary Chemistry, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
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- Department of Toxicology and Sanitary Chemistry, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
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- Department of Toxicology and Sanitary Chemistry, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
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- Department of Toxicology and Sanitary Chemistry, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
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- Department of Toxicology and Sanitary Chemistry, School of Public Health, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Environmental Toxicology, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, P.R. China
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Bhattacharyya S, Roy S, Vajtai R. Emerging Processes for Sustainable Li-Ion Battery Cathode Recycling. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024:e2400557. [PMID: 38922789 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202400557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Revised: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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The colossal growth in the use of Li-ion batteries (LiBs) has raised serious concerns over the supply chain of strategic minerals, e.g., Co, Ni, and Li, that make up the cathode active materials (CAM). Recycling spent LiBs is an important step toward sustainability that can establish a circular economy by effectively tackling large amounts of e-waste while ensuring an unhindered supply of critical minerals. Among the various methods of LiB recycling available, pyro- and hydrometallurgy have been utilized in the industry owing to their ease of operation and high efficiency, although they are associated with significant environmental concerns. Direct recycling, a more recent concept that aims to relithiate spent LiBs without disrupting the lattice structure of the CAMs, has been realized only in the laboratory scale so far and further optimization is required before it can be extended to the bulk scale. Additionally, significant progress has been made in the areas of hydrometallurgy in terms of using ecofriendly green lixiviants and alternate sources of energy, e.g., microwave and electrochemical, that makes the recycling processes more efficient and sustainable. In this review, the latest developments in LiB recycling are discussed that have focused on environmental and economic viability, as well as process intensification. These include deep eutectic solvent based recycling, electrochemical and microwave-assisted recycling, and various types of direct recycling.
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- Sohini Bhattacharyya
- Department of Materials Science and NanoEngineering, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, Houston, Texas, 77005, USA
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- Department of Materials Science and NanoEngineering, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, Houston, Texas, 77005, USA
- Department of Sustainable Energy Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, 208016, India
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- Department of Materials Science and NanoEngineering, Rice University, 6100 Main Street, Houston, Texas, 77005, USA
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Svärd M, Ma C, Forsberg K, Schiavi PG. Addressing the Reuse of Deep Eutectic Solvents in Li-Ion Battery Recycling: Insights into Dissolution Mechanism, Metal Recovery, Regeneration and Decomposition. CHEMSUSCHEM 2024:e202400410. [PMID: 38727554 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202400410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2024] [Revised: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have garnered attention in Li-ion battery (LIB) recycling due to their declared eco-friendly attributes and adjustable metal dissolution selectivity, offering a promising avenue for recycling processes. However, DESs currently lack competitiveness compared to mineral acids, commonly used in industrial-scale LIB recycling. Current research primarily focuses on optimizing DES formulation and experimental conditions to maximize metal dissolution yields in standalone leaching experiments. While achieving yields comparable to traditional leaching systems is important, extensive DES reuse is vital for overall recycling feasibility. To achieve this, evaluating the metal dissolution mechanism can assist in estimating DES consumption rates and assessing process makeup stream costs. The selection of appropriate metal recovery and DES regeneration strategies is essential to enable subsequent reuse over multiple cycles. Finally, decomposition of DES components should be avoided throughout the designed recycling process, as by-products can impact leaching efficiency and compromise the safety and environmental friendliness of DES. In this review, these aspects are emphasized with the aim of directing research efforts away from simply pursuing the maximization of metal dissolution efficiency, towards a broader view focusing on the application of DES beyond the laboratory scale.
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- Michael Svärd
- KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Department of Chemical Engineering, Teknikringen 42, SE-10044, Stockholm, Sweden
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- KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Department of Chemical Engineering, Teknikringen 42, SE-10044, Stockholm, Sweden
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- KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Department of Chemical Engineering, Teknikringen 42, SE-10044, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Sapienza University of Rome, Department of Chemistry, Piazzale Aldo Moro n.5, 00185, Rome, Italy
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Zhao X, Kuang C, Liu H, An C, Wang M, Mu T. Spent Lithium-Ion Batteries Derived Co 3O 4 for Electrocatalytic Polyethylene Terephthalate Plastic Recycling. CHEMSUSCHEM 2024:e202400105. [PMID: 38536230 DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202400105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2024] [Revised: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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Spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are an essential secondary resource containing valuable metal elements. Transforming spent LIBs into efficient catalysts through a simple process presents a promising strategy to address both metal resource scarcity and clean energy challenges. Herein, a deep eutectic solvent-assisted synthesis of Co3O4 material from spent LIBs is proposed. The obtained Co3O4 material possesses efficient and stable electrocatalytic activity for converting raw polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles into high-purity formic acid and terephthalic acid products under ambient conditions. As expected, the Co3O4 catalyst exhibits a high FE of 92 % with a concentration of produced potassium formate of 23.6 mM under alkaline conditions. This study presents a waste-treating-waste strategy for the simultaneous recovery of spent LIBs and PET waste in a greener manner.
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- Xinhui Zhao
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Function Control Technology for Advanced Materials, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Ocean University, 222005, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
- Jiangsu Institute of Marine Resources Development, 222005, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Function Control Technology for Advanced Materials, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Ocean University, 222005, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Function Control Technology for Advanced Materials, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Ocean University, 222005, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Function Control Technology for Advanced Materials, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Ocean University, 222005, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Function Control Technology for Advanced Materials, School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Ocean University, 222005, Lianyungang, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Renmin University of China, 100872, Beijing, China
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Yu G, Dai C, Liu N, Xu R, Wang N, Chen B. Hydrocarbon Extraction with Ionic Liquids. Chem Rev 2024; 124:3331-3391. [PMID: 38447150 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.3c00639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/08/2024]
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Separation and reaction processes are key components employed in the modern chemical industry, and the former accounts for the majority of the energy consumption therein. In particular, hydrocarbon separation and purification processes, such as aromatics extraction, desulfurization, and denitrification, are challenging in petroleum refinement, an industrial cornerstone that provides raw materials for products used in human activities. The major technical shortcomings in solvent extraction are volatile solvent loss, product entrainment leading to secondary pollution, low separation efficiency, and high regeneration energy consumption due to the use of traditional organic solvents with high boiling points as extraction agents. Ionic liquids (ILs), a class of designable functional solvents or materials, have been widely used in chemical separation processes to replace conventional organic solvents after nearly 30 years of rapid development. Herein, we provide a systematic and comprehensive review of the state-of-the-art progress in ILs in the field of extractive hydrocarbon separation (i.e., aromatics extraction, desulfurization, and denitrification) including (i) molecular thermodynamic models of IL systems that enable rapid large-scale screening of IL candidates and phase equilibrium prediction of extraction processes; (ii) structure-property relationships between anionic and cationic structures of ILs and their separation performance (i.e., selectivity and distribution coefficients); (iii) IL-related extractive separation mechanisms (e.g., the magnitude, strength, and sites of intermolecular interactions depending on the separation system and IL structure); and (iv) process simulation and design of IL-related extraction at the industrial scale based on validated thermodynamic models. In short, this Review provides an easy-to-read exhaustive reference on IL-related extractive separation of hydrocarbon mixtures from the multiscale perspective of molecules, thermodynamics, and processes. It also extends to progress in IL analogs, deep eutectic solvents (DESs) in this research area, and discusses the current challenges faced by ILs in related separation fields as well as future directions and opportunities.
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- Gangqiang Yu
- Faculty of Environment and Life, Beijing University of Technology, 100 Ping Le Yuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100124, China
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- Faculty of Environment and Life, Beijing University of Technology, 100 Ping Le Yuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100124, China
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- Faculty of Environment and Life, Beijing University of Technology, 100 Ping Le Yuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100124, China
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- Faculty of Environment and Life, Beijing University of Technology, 100 Ping Le Yuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100124, China
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- Faculty of Environment and Life, Beijing University of Technology, 100 Ping Le Yuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100124, China
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- Faculty of Environment and Life, Beijing University of Technology, 100 Ping Le Yuan, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100124, China
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Cheng J, Zheng C, Xu K, Zhu Y, Song Y, Jing C. Sequential separation of critical metals from lithium-ion batteries based on deep eutectic solvent and electrodeposition. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 465:133157. [PMID: 38064943 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.133157] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2023] [Revised: 11/14/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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The rise and development of electric vehicles have brought much attention to the recycling of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). However, the recovery of critical metals from LiNixCoyMn1-x-yO2 (NCM) is a challenge, especially for the nickel and cobalt, which have similar chemical properties. Here, a novel ternary deep eutectic solvent (DES) composed of choline chloride, ethylene glycol, and tartaric acid was proposed. Our protocol of DES synthesis, nickel separation, and leaching of cobalt and manganese were integrated into one step, which significantly simplified the recovery process. The crystallization occurring during DES leaching was subjected to detailed investigation. The lithium, nickel, and cobalt were sequentially separated as Li2CO3, NiO, and Co(OH)2 by anterior formic acid leaching and posterior electrodeposition. After electrodeposition, DES was reused. This work provides new ideas for the sequential separation of critical metals from NCM and has great application prospects.
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- Jianming Cheng
- Shandong Key Laboratory of Environmental Processes and Health, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China
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- Shandong Key Laboratory of Environmental Processes and Health, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China; Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, New York 14260, USA
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- Shandong Key Laboratory of Environmental Processes and Health, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China
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- Shandong Key Laboratory of Environmental Processes and Health, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China.
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- Shandong Key Laboratory of Environmental Processes and Health, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China
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- Shandong Key Laboratory of Environmental Processes and Health, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Shandong University, Qingdao 266237, China
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Luo Y, Deng Y, Shi H, Yang H, Yin C, Ou L. Green and efficient recycling method for spent Ni-Co-Mn lithium batteries utilizing multifunctional deep eutectic solvents. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 351:119814. [PMID: 38103425 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2023.119814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
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Given the growing volume of discarded lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), the extraction and recovery of valuable metals through environmentally-friendly solvent processes have become crucial, but they remain challenging tasks. Deep eutectic solvent (DES), an innovative and green solvents, have demonstrated significant promise in the extraction of valued metal elements from spent LIBs. This work employed a multifunctional DES based on natural molecules dimethyl-beta-propiothetin (DMPT) and ethylene glycol (EG) for the efficient leaching of transition metal ions. Under the reduction effect of EG and the action of carboxyl groups and chloride ions in DMPT, the leaching rate of Li, Ni, Co, and Mn can reach 99.59%, 99.28%, 99.04%, and 99.45%, respectively. Furthermore, DFT calculations were employed to explore the microstructure of DES and its interactions with metal ions. The main active site in the DES molecule is near the chloride ion, and DES binds most strongly to Mn, followed by Co, and weakest to Ni. This work avoids the use of volatile acids and demonstrates great potential in extracting valuable metals, providing a sustainable and environment-friendly alternative for the efficient recycling of waste LIBs.
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- Yi Luo
- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China.
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Yetim D, Svecova L, Leprêtre J. Lithium-Ion Battery Cathode Recycling through a Closed-Loop Process Using a Choline Chloride-Ethylene Glycol-Based Deep-Eutectic Solvent in the Presence of Acid. ChemistryOpen 2024; 13:e202300061. [PMID: 37493306 PMCID: PMC10853073 DOI: 10.1002/open.202300061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 07/27/2023] Open
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This study evaluates the ability of a choline chloride:ethylene glycol-based deep eutectic solvent (DES) to dissolve lithium cobalt oxide (LCO) which is used as a cathode active material in Li-ion batteries. Both a commercial powder and spent cathodes have been used. It was demonstrated that if HCl is added in a small proportion, a rapid and efficient LCO dissolution can be achieved. Indeed, if more than three protons are added per one cobalt atom present in the LCO structure, a complete dissolution of the material is accomplished within 2 h at 80 °C. This result might be considered as a viable alternative compared to the literature where much longer reaction times and higher temperatures are applied to achieve similar results with the same DES system used either pure or in presence of additional reducing agents. It was further demonstrated that Co and Li can be fully precipitated after Li2 CO3 addition. This precipitation does neither pollute the DES nor leads to its degradation provided the pH does not exceed 10. Finally, it was shown that two additional reuse cycles can be carried out without any decrease of recovery efficiency, while no degradation products have been detected within the DES phase.
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- Delphine Yetim
- Univ. Grenoble AlpesUniv. Savoie Mont BlancCNRSGrenoble INP, LEPMI38000GrenobleFrance
- Agence de l'environnement et de la Maîtrise de l'Energie 49004Angers Cedex 01 20Avenue du GrésilléB. P. 90406France
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- Univ. Grenoble AlpesUniv. Savoie Mont BlancCNRSGrenoble INP, LEPMI38000GrenobleFrance
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- Univ. Grenoble AlpesUniv. Savoie Mont BlancCNRSGrenoble INP, LEPMI38000GrenobleFrance
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Luo Y, Yin C, Ou L. Recycling of waste lithium-ion batteries via a one-step process using a novel deep eutectic solvent. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 902:166095. [PMID: 37558062 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.166095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Revised: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/04/2023] [Indexed: 08/11/2023]
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Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) possess excellent solubility and selectivity, making them suitable for extracting valuable metals and serving as a green alternative in the recycling process. This work introduces a low-viscosity DES consisting of dimethylthetin, oxalic acid, and water for the comprehensive recovery of cathode materials from LIBs. Leaching parameters such as ratio (1:1), leaching temperature (60 °C), and reaction time (15 min) for were systematically optimized, resulting in a selective separation efficiency of 99.98 % for lithium ions. Furthermore, in-situ regeneration of the precursor can be achieved during the leaching process. Charge-discharge tests indicate that the initial charge and discharge capacities of the regenerated battery are 166.8 mAh/g and 138.4 mAh/g, respectively. The DES demonstrates stability and can be easily recycled by replenishing the consumed components. This proposed strategy facilitates the reintroduction of nonrenewable resources into the supply chain and reduces the environmental impact of heavy metals, aligning with the principles of a circular economy.
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- Yi Luo
- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China.
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Zhu B, Xu Y, Ge H, Wang S, Wang W, Li B, Xu H. Theoretical study of lactic acid-based deep eutectic solvents dissociation of hemicellulose with different hydrogen bonding acceptors. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 244:125342. [PMID: 37321434 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 06/04/2023] [Accepted: 06/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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This paper explored the mechanism of dissociation of hemicellulose using lactic acid (LA)-based deep eutectic solvents (DESs) synthesized with different hydrogen bond acceptors (HBAs) via simulations. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations and molecular dynamics (MD) simulations revealed that DESs synthesized with guanidine hydrochloride (GuHCl) as hydrogen bond acceptor (HBA) demonstrated better hemicellulose solubilization compared to the conventional DESs synthesized using choline chloride (ChCl) as HBA. The best interaction with hemicellulose was achieved at GuHCl:LA = 1:1. The results showed that CL- played a dominant role in the dissolution of hemicellulose by DESs. Unlike ChCl, the guanidine group in GuHCl had the delocalized π bond, which made CL- have stronger coordination ability and promoted dissolution of hemicellulose by DESs. Moreover, multivariable analysis was employed to establish the correlation between the effects of different DESs on hemicellulose and the molecular simulation results. Additionally, the influence of different HBAs functional groups and carbon chain length on the solubilization of hemicellulose by DESs were analyzed.
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- Baoping Zhu
- College of chemical engineering, Qingdao University of science and technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- College of chemical engineering, Qingdao University of science and technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- College of chemical engineering, Qingdao University of science and technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- College of chemical engineering, Qingdao University of science and technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- College of chemical engineering, Qingdao University of science and technology, Qingdao 266042, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Biofuels, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao 266101, China; Shandong Energy Institute, Qingdao 266101, China; Qingdao New Energy Shandong Laboratory, Qingdao 266101, China
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- College of chemical engineering, Qingdao University of science and technology, Qingdao 266042, China; CAS Key Laboratory of Biofuels, Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao 266101, China.
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Luo Y, Ou L, Yin C. High-efficiency recycling of spent lithium-ion batteries: A double closed-loop process. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 875:162567. [PMID: 36871725 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.162567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2022] [Revised: 02/25/2023] [Accepted: 02/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Due to the scarcity of raw materials and negative environmental effects, it is essential to selectively recover lithium and other transition metals from end-of-life lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). Here, we propose a dual closed-loop process for resource utilization of spent LIBs. As an alternative to strong inorganic acids, deep eutectic solvents (DESs) as green solvents are employed for the recycling of spent LIBs. The DES based on oxalic acid (OA) and choline chloride (ChCl) achieves efficient leaching of valued metals within a short time. Through the coordination adjustment of water, it can form high-value battery precursors directly in DES, changing wastes into valuables. Meanwhile, water as a diluent can achieve the selective separation of lithium ions via filtration. More importantly, DES can be perfectly re-generated and recycled many times, indicating that the process is cost-effective and eco-friendly. As experimental proof, the re-generated precursors were used to produce new Li(Ni0.5Co0.2Mn0.3)O2 (NCM523) button batteries. The constant current charge-discharge test revealed that the initial charge and discharge values of the re-generated cells were 177.1 and 149.5 mAh/g, respectively, corresponding to the performance of commercial NCM523 cells. The whole recycling process is clean, efficient, and environment-friendly, realizing the double closed loop of spent battery regeneration and deep eutectic solvent re-use. This fruitful research demonstrates DES has excellent potential for recycling spent LIBs and provides an efficient and eco-friendly double closed-loop solution for the sustainable re-generation of spent LIBs.
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- Yi Luo
- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China.
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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Luo Y, Ou L, Yin C. Extraction of precious metals from used lithium-ion batteries by a natural deep eutectic solvent with synergistic effects. WASTE MANAGEMENT (NEW YORK, N.Y.) 2023; 164:1-8. [PMID: 37023641 DOI: 10.1016/j.wasman.2023.03.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2022] [Revised: 02/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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As the demand for lithium-ion batteries rises, the growing quantity of waste produced from lithium-ion battery electrode materials becomes an issue of concern. We propose a novel approach for effectively extracting precious metals from cathode materials that address the problem of secondary pollution and high energy consumption that arise from the conventional wet recovery process. The method employs a natural deep eutectic solvent (NDES) composed of betaine hydrochloride (BeCl) and citric acid (CA). The leaching rates of manganese (Mn), nickel (Ni), lithium (Li), and cobalt (Co) in cathode materials may reach 99.2 %, 99.1 %, 99.8 %, and 98.8 %, respectively, due to the synergy of strong coordination ability (Cl-) and reduction (CA) in NDES. This work avoids the use of hazardous chemicals while achieving total leaching in a short period (30 min) at a low temperature (80 °C), achieving an efficient and energy-saving aim. It reveals that NDES has a high potential for recovering precious metals from cathode materials and offers a viable, environmentally friendly method of recycling used lithium-ion batteries (LIBs).
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- Yi Luo
- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China.
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- School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering, Central South University, China
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Ebrahimi E, Abdollahi H, Ziaedin Shafaei S, Ghanbarzad M, Talebi E. Green extraction of pure ferromagnetic nickel from spent hydroprocessing catalysts via deep eutectic solvents. Sep Purif Technol 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2023.123461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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