Data-driven circular economy for e-mobility ecosystem (2ZERO Partnership)

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Expected Outcome: Expected outcomes area A) Circular economy for Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrains and infrastructure: Project results are expected to contribute to all the following outcomes: Minimized cradle to grave/cradle environmental impact of EV drivetrains (excluding batteries at cell level) and Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI), especially electro-mechanical components and power-electronics, via design strategies for extended lifetime and reduced usage of CRM, and other materials, particularly those that may hamper high quality recycling (e.g. harmful substances), while ensuring high performance and market acceptability. Improved repair, recovery, refurbish and re-use of end-of-first-life drivetrain components and EVCI through accurate and standardised assessment of the health and Remaining Useful Life (RUL), which should inform better design strategies and potential business models. Expected outcomes Area B) Data-driven life-cycle management of Electric Vehicle (EV): Digital-twin based circularity product passport on vehicle level, which is interoperable / compatible with the upcoming battery passport and other relevant product passports foreseen in the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).[1] The ability to track & trace linked to representative EV components (e.g. power electronic converters, rotors, stators of electric motors, thermal management of battery system) by enabling advanced data collection, and the definition of minimum data needed for track & trace use in End of Life (EoL) strategies and feedback to design processes. Proven concept and business case for the management of data driven product lifecycle across value chains and supply chains along the entire life cycle. Scope: The total indicative budget for the topic is EUR 7 million for Area A and 5 million for Area B. Nonetheless, this does not preclude submission and selection of a proposal requesting different amounts. Scope area A) Circular economy for Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrains and infrastructure: Improving the circularity of EVs drivetrain components (such as power electronic converters, rotors, stators of electric motors, gear assemblies and battery components excluding battery cells) and respective charging infrastructure is crucial for resource efficiency, sustainability, and compliance with evolving European regulations. Through durable design, predictive maintenance, refurbishment, etc, it is possible to extend the lifespan of critical components reducing material demand and waste, without jeopardising on the needed performance. Advanced monitoring systems can predict failures, enabling proactive repairs, and to inform improved future design strategies, and potential second life applications. Automated processes coupled with design for dismantling can facilitate efficient component recovery, reducing labour costs and improving material separation for high-value recycling. The projects are expected to build on the results of…