SMRTR Science & EngineeringJul 2, 2026Interesting Engineering

New battery recycling method gives old EV batteries a more powerful second life

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UC San Diego researchers developed a recycling method that upgrades worn-out EV batteries into a more powerful version rather than breaking them down into raw materials. The process converts used lithium iron phosphate into a higher-performing material, reducing waste and energy use while making retired batteries more valuable.

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