Scaling up Si-C composite synthesis from recycled graphite for high-energy-density and low-environmental-impact batteries

Key Points

• The study aims to evaluate the scalability of synthesizing GtSi composites from recycled graphite for use in batteries.
• Synthesis of graphite-silicon composites from recycled materials
• Evaluation of specific capacity and performance
• Comparative analysis with traditional graphite anodes
• Graphite-silicon composites achieved a specific capacity of approximately 1000 mAh.g -1
• Demonstrated reduced environmental impact compared to conventional materials
• Indicated significant improvement in energy density for battery applications