Glucose-assisted hydrothermal targeted repair of Fe-Li anti-site defects and performance regeneration of spent LiFePO4

Key Points

• Performance regeneration can be achieved using glucose-assisted hydrothermal processes, improving lithium-ion battery efficiency.
• A 20% increase in charge capacity was observed after treatment with glucose, indicating significant enhancements in battery performance.
• Assessment using hydrothermal methods focused on repairing anti-site defects within LiFePO4 material was conducted.
• This approach suggests a sustainable method for enhancing life cycle and performance of lithium-ion batteries, addressing environmental concerns.