Fully automated flow-by reactor for direct lithium recovery based on electrochemical ion pumping

Key Points

• The flow-by reactor achieves an efficient lithium recovery rate, enhancing the sustainability of battery materials.
• Lithium was recovered directly using electrochemical ion pumping, with a yield reaching over 80% in optimized conditions.
• Utilizing an automated design allows for continuous processing, significantly reducing manual intervention and improving scalability.
• These findings may highlight the potential for more sustainable lithium extraction methods in battery production, addressing resource scarcity.