Process Design and Standards:
- Five deliverables addressed designs, specifications, standards, and requirements for the reuse, repurposing, and recycling of EoL batteries. Over 20 KPIs were established, optimizing material recycling and enabling battery passports.
- Deliverables: D2.1 D2.2 D2.3 D2.4 D2.5
Diagnostics and Reverse Logistics:
- Diagnostics processes for EoL batteries were developed to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Comprehensive studies assessed risks in collection and transportation, outlining best practices based on transport modes.
- A streamlined logistics chain was proposed to improve assessment during collection, aiming for a 75% reduction in diagnostics time and 50% fewer decision errors.
- Deliverables: D3.1 D4.1
Reverse Logistics Systems:
- A prototype was developed to improve battery transportation monitoring and safety, with initial testing informing sensor placement and design. Certified through stacking, drop, and fire tests, initial trials reduced risks.
- Guidelines were drafted to standardize collection and transport, focusing on cost reduction and accident elimination.
- Deliverables (in progress): D3.2 D3.3 D3.4
Automated Assessment and Sorting:
- Significant progress was made on tools for fast, precise battery assessments. A diagnostics tool concept was defined, integrating hardware and vision systems for defect detection.
- Methods for safe and efficient battery discharge were advanced, targeting faster cycles and higher energy recovery rates.
- Battery traceability systems were developed, including hardware compatibility and data management frameworks.
- Deliverables (in progress): D4.2 D4.3 D4.4 D4.5
Disassembly and Reassembly:
- Safer, more efficient battery disassembly methods were developed, supported by automation and specialized equipment.
- Key advancements in dismantling, module separation, fire containment, and storage improved sorting performance and cost-efficiency.
- Disassembly solutions now process four battery packs daily, increasing speed and reducing risks.
- Efforts to validate hybrid solar energy storage systems progressed, with groundwork set for future use.
- Deliverables: D5.1 D5.2
- Deliverables (in progress): D5.3 D5.4 D5.5
Circular Economy and Sustainability:
- Mapping the circular battery value chain laid the groundwork for sustainable business models. Progress in lifecycle assessments informed economic, environmental, and social impact analysis.
- A sustainability platform was launched to simulate circular business models, guiding optimal battery repurposing strategies and encouraging sustainable practices.
- Deliverables: D7.1 D7.2 D7.3
