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Direct extraction of lithium from ores by electrochemical leaching

Engineering and Technology

Direct extraction of lithium from ores by electrochemical leaching

H. Zhang, Y. Han, et al.

This groundbreaking study by Hanrui Zhang, Ying Han, Jianwei Lai, Joseph Wolf, Zhen Lei, Yang Yang, and Feifei Shi introduces a novel electrochemical method for leaching lithium from α-phase spodumene. With significant advancements like an H₂O₂ promoter and a catalyst-modified current collector, the process achieves impressive leaching efficiency and current. A cleaner, more cost-effective alternative to traditional extraction methods is revealed.

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Abstract
This study develops an electrochemical method for directly leaching lithium from α-phase spodumene, a primary lithium ore. The use of an H₂O₂ promoter significantly reduces the leaching potential. A catalyst-modified high-throughput current collector is designed to enhance the process, achieving a leaching current of 18 mA and a leaching efficiency of 92.2%. Electrochemical leaching offers a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional methods.
Publisher
Nature Communications
Published On
Jun 13, 2024
Authors
Hanrui Zhang, Ying Han, Jianwei Lai, Joseph Wolf, Zhen Lei, Yang Yang, Feifei Shi
Tags
lithium
electrochemical method
spodumene
leaching efficiency
sustainability
H₂O₂ promoter
high-throughput

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