TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

This technology takes advantage of lithium electrodeposition for recovery of lithium from the electrolyte in end-of-life batteries. A companion mathematical model was developed to predict the optimal conditions for lithium electrodeposition in graphite-based lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicle applications under different charging rates and operating temperatures.

AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS

Primary Application Area: Materials & Manufacturing

Technology Development Status: Concept

Technology Readiness Level: TRL 2

SHOWCASE SUMMARY

Organization Type: Academic/Gov Lab

Website: http://www.ameslab.gov

GOVT/EXTERNAL FUNDING SOURCES