The Isotope That Enables DT Fusion
Natural lithium contains only ~7.6% ⁶Li. At this concentration, achieving a tritium breeding ratio (TBR) greater than 1 — required for reactor sustainability — becomes extremely challenging in practical blanket geometries. Enrichment to >50–60% ⁶Li significantly improves neutron economy and system margin.
Breakthrough Achieved in 6Li Isotope Enrichment
Licube has reached a major technical breakthrough in the development of lithium isotope enrichment technology for both ⁶Li and ⁷Li. 6Li Isotope
Test Run Begins for Sample Production
Licube has begun trial operations for its sample-scale production line of ultra-high purity lithium hydroxide.
Visualizing the Science Behind Lithium Ion Transport
Licube has released a new scientific visualization showing how lithium ions (Li⁺) move through its dual-powered electrochemical system and LLTO (Lithium Lanthanum Titanate) solid electrolyte — illustrating the physical principles that make selective lithium transport possible.
Pre-Orders Open for 4N-Grade Lithium Hydroxide
Licube has begun accepting pre-orders for 4N-grade (≥99.99%) lithium hydroxide, produced through its proprietary electrochemical purification process developed from fusion-grade research.
Licube Awarded NEDO Grant for U.S.-Japan Joint Lithium Refining Project
1 August 2025 – Licube Awarded NEDO Grant for U.S.-Japan Joint Lithium Refining Project
Electrodialysis Technologies for Lithium Purification
In early 2025, Licube introduced a new standard in lithium processing: the electrochemical purification of lithium compounds to 4N-grade (≥99.99%) using its proprietary electrodialysis system.
Who We Are
Licube is currently operating in stealth mode — by design. You won’t find our management profiles on this website or LinkedIn, not because they don’t exist, but because many of our members are well-known figures in science, technology, and finance.