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A new approach to drive batteries: safe, repairable, sustainable

Published

13 August 2026

Topic

opportunities

Sectors

Micromobility

Geography

Europe

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Read at eurekalert.org

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Fusion42 · 13 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Researchers from TU Graz and University of Graz developed design guidelines for electric vehicle traction batteries that improve safety, repairability, and sustainability by enabling easier disassembly and reuse of battery cells. The approach could influence future industrial standards and regulatory frameworks, facilitating safer emergency responses and better circular economy practices in battery reuse and recycling.

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◆ The Wire takeaway

You must redesign EV batteries for easy cell replacement to cut costs and improve safety after accidents. This opens a path to differentiate by offering repairable and recyclable battery packs compliant with emerging standards.

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Micromobilityev-batteriesbattery-safetyrepairabilitysustainabilitycircular-economy