Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and Princeton NuEnergy have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to advance discussions on collaboration around advanced lithium-ion battery recycling technologies. The agreement focuses on technical validation and … [Read more...]
American Battery Technology approved for major US battery recycling project
American Battery Technology Company, an integrated critical battery materials firm, has been approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to recycle end-of-life lithium-ion batteries that contain the same core chemistries used in electric … [Read more...]
New battery housing design combines aluminum foam and phase change materials
Battery housings in electric vehicles (EVs) must be impact-resistant, absorb crash energy, prevent short circuits, and withstand high temperatures. They also require efficient heat dissipation while protecting cells from excessive cooling. The … [Read more...]
Partnership to advance circular rare earth supply chain supporting EVs
Cyclic Materials, an advanced recycling company focused on creating a circular supply chain for rare earth elements (REEs) and other critical materials, has expanded its partnership with VACUUMSCHMELZE (VAC), a developer of magnetic materials and … [Read more...]
How researchers are rethinking the EV battery lifecycle
Millions of electric vehicle (EV) batteries are on the road, in testing labs, or already retired, and researchers are finding new ways to study, extend, and repurpose them. Their work spans advanced imaging, material redesign, and real-world field … [Read more...]
Why is the second-life battery market lagging in the US?
The global push for electrification is driving an unprecedented production of lithium-ion batteries. However, due to various factors, including overproduction and canceled projects, approximately 10 to 15% of new batteries remain unused in their … [Read more...]
How large EV battery packs can be safely recycled without disassembly
As more electric trucks, SUVs, and sports cars are introduced to the market, the size and quantity of battery packs required to power them grow. To achieve a power output of 170 to 215 kWh, battery packs typically contain over 1,000 individual … [Read more...]
How recycling permanent magnets strengthens the EV supply chain
Since their invention, rare earth permanent magnets have been used in automotive motors (small motors and now drive motors), consumer electronics, industrial applications, wind turbines, and many other products. With the growth of renewable and … [Read more...]