Recycling lithium-ion-battery cathode oxides into master alloys for stainless steel via hydrogen reduction

Key Points

• Recycling lithium-ion battery cathode oxides effectively creates stainless steel master alloys, benefiting material reuse.
• The novel method utilizes hydrogen reduction, enhancing the efficiency of alloy production from waste materials.
• Assessing the chemical transformations during recycling reveals critical insights into the alloy formation process.
• This approach promotes sustainability in raw material sourcing, potentially reducing waste and resource scarcity.