Project overview
The AUTOMAT project is at the forefront of developing innovative, digitally enhanced solutions for the recycling of end-of-life batteries and electronic devices. By implementing automated disassembly, sorting, and advanced traceability technologies, AUTOMAT aims to foster a circular economy for battery materials, reducing waste and enhancing sustainable reuse.
Key objectives
Automated Disassembly and Sorting: Develop smart, automated solutions to efficiently disassemble and sort battery components, doubling processing rates and ensuring operator safety.
Digital Traceability Platform: Establish an open digital platform for battery and electronic waste traceability, supported by Digital Battery Passports (DBP) for data transparency and lifecycle management.
Energy Recovery and Second-Life Applications: Design systems for efficient battery discharge, energy recovery, and testing, aimed at predicting battery life and potential second-life uses.
Expected Impact
AUTOMAT’s advanced recycling technologies and digital tools directly contribute to EU climate neutrality and circular economy goals by:
- Increasing the reuse of battery materials and components
- Ensuring responsible resource sourcing
- And fostering innovation in battery recycling technology.
Objectives
Develop raw materials recycling and re-use of components and/or products from end-of-life products technologies and urban mines, including efficient sorting technologies for separation and recycling and the sustainable embedment of the process regarding energy, resource and water efficiency.
The EU principles for sustainable raw materials ensure that extraction and processing are socially, economically, and environmentally responsible, aligning with the SDGs. AutoMat follows these principles by improving End-of-Life (EoL) battery recycling, reducing raw material extraction, and ensuring local communities’ benefit. It complies with EU laws, promotes electric mobility, and uses Digital Product Passports to minimize environmental impact.
The DSS will identify re-usable batteries for second-life applications, improving battery quality, reducing costs, and expanding their use across different markets.
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