Recycling silicon photovoltaic cells into silicon anodes for Li-ion batteries using 3D printing
Maryam Mottaghi, Apoorv Kulkarni, Joshua Pearce
Abstract
This study demonstrates SLA 3D printing of Li-ion battery anodes using recycled solar cell waste, achieving 400 mA h g −1 capacity with 89% retention after 200 cycles. This sustainable approach surpasses graphite anodes and supports circular economy.
Topics & Concepts
SiliconAnodeMaterials sciencePhotovoltaic systemOptoelectronicsNanotechnologyIonEngineering physicsChemistryElectrical engineeringElectrodeEngineeringOrganic chemistryPhysical chemistrySilicon and Solar Cell TechnologiesAdvancements in Battery MaterialsPhotovoltaic Systems and Sustainability