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Rare earth element purification from permanent magnet by rapid breakdown anodization technology

Why is recycling of Rare earth element important?

For an extended period, rare earth elements, often referred to as the "industrial vitamins," have been controlled by a few major nations in terms of export quantities. Consequently, many countries consider them strategic resources due to their perceived scarcity. In response to the increasingly tense global situation, more countries are investing in the development of technologies for the recycling and purification of rare earth elements. In our research, we chose neodymium iron boron (NdFeB) magnets as the target for rare earth element recycling, owing to the soaring demand for NdFeB magnets, a primary material for permanent magnet synchronous motors, driven by the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. As the demand rises, the number of end-of-life discarded magnets is expected to increase.

New recycling method of Rare earth element from permanent magnet

Our team plans to develop a novel electrochemical technology for rare earth element purification. This technology is expected to remove all impurities in a single step, with significantly lower energy consumption and carbon emissions compared to traditional processes.

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