In this review, recent research efforts on membrane separation technology for lithium recovery are summarized, with the mechanism of ion selectivity through membranes being emphasized.
Are membrane-based technologies suitable for lithium recovery from aqueous environment?
Therefore, the development of techniques that have exceptional lithium recovery capabilities, low energy consumption, and high sustainability is desirable, in which membrane processes are considered a promising candidate. State-of-the-art membrane-based technologies for lithium recovery from aqueous environment.
Can membrane separation technology be used for lithium recovery?
In this review, recent research efforts on membrane separation technology for lithium recovery are summarized, with the mechanism of ion selectivity through membranes being emphasized.
Why is regulating the membrane porous structure important for lithium rechargeable batteries?
As the vital roles such as electrodes, interlayers, separators, and electrolytes in the battery systems, regulating the membrane porous structures and selecting appropriate membrane materials are significant for realizing high energy density, excellent rate capability, and long cycling stability of lithium rechargeable batteries (LRBs).
Why do lithium-ion batteries have a porous membrane?
More importantly, the asymmetric porous structured membrane with a dense layer can act as an active material and current collector, avoiding the use of separate current collectors, even conductive agents and binders in lithium-ion battery, which is beneficial for superior electrochemical performances in terms of high reversible capacity.
Can a polyamide membrane recover lithium from a battery?
Provided by the Springer Nature SharedIt content-sharing initiative Cation separation under extreme pH is crucial for lithium recovery from spent batteries, but conventional polyamide membranes suffer from pH-induced hydrolysis. Preparation of high performance nanofiltration membranes with excellent pH-resistance remains a challenge.
Are membrane processes important in lithium recovery?
While membrane processes in lithium recovery have received much research interest, as indicated by a marked surge in review publications, [14, 35, 37 - 39] limited efforts have been made to understand the fundamentals of lithium transport in order to provide membrane design principles.