When batteries reveal their innermost secrets: More sustainability with X-ray technology
Promoting the circular economy is crucial for greater sustainability, especially for batteries, which contain critical raw materials in many electronic devices and electromobility. Fraunhofer IIS and Munich University of Applied Sciences are working on innovative X-ray technologies in the “AIR” project (traction battery inspection using X-rays) to make batteries safer, more durable and more sustainable. Through early defect detection and recycling, the project actively supports the achievement of SDG 12: Sustainable consumption and production.
Promoting the circular economy is an important step towards greater sustainability. This is as complex as it is highly topical for a product that is found in almost every electronic device these days: batteries. Due to the size and number of batteries used, electromobility in particular requires an enormous amount of critical raw materials (CRM). Here, a focus on recycling and longevity is particularly effective in saving resources. In collaboration with Munich University of Applied Sciences, Fraunhofer IIS has launched the “AIR” research project (traction battery inspection using X-rays) to tackle this task.
In the podcast, Michael Salamon, Group Manager High Energy X-ray Systems and Johannes Leisner, Group Manager Sorting and Laboratory Systems at the Development Center X-ray Technology, explain how the technology makes batteries safer, more durable and therefore more sustainable. Through this contribution to the circular economy, Fraunhofer IIS is actively promoting the achievement of SDG 12: Sustainable Consumption and Production.
Podcast
In the podcast, Michael Salamon, Group Manager High Energy X-ray Systems and Johannes Leisner, Group Manager Sorting and Laboratory Systems at the Development Center X-ray Technology, explain how the technology makes batteries safer, more durable and therefore more sustainable.
Listen to the podcast here: Spotify
More sustainability with the “AIR” project
Innovative X-ray technology
How the AIR project contributes to sustainability
#Longevity
Extending the useful life of a battery with AIR.
#Promoting the circular economy
Making battery materials usable for new products through the circular economy.
#Early fault detection
Detailed examination of the battery in order to be able to make statements about the mechanical condition of individual battery cells, the battery frame and other features.
More sustainability with the “AIR” project
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