THE REUSE POTENTIAL OF LITHIUM-ION CELLS FROM DISPOSED NOTEBOOK BATTERIES: ANALYSIS IN TERMS OF SUSTAINABILITY

Abstract

This article aims to present the research process for the recovery of Li-Ion battery cells extracted from discarded notebook batteries that were obtained through donations, in order to avoid their early disposal and to verify the potential for reuse of the cells in other applications, aiming to meet the demand for non-rechargeable cells and batteries, which are composed of heavy metals that are harmful to the environment and health. The study aimed to investigate the recovery rate of the cells, therefore, they were subjected to a series of procedures and tests, thus defining the feasibility of the applied method and the potential for reuse of discarded notebook batteries. The purpose was based on the verification of functional cells inside batteries that had been previously condemned by donors, contributing to sustainability, by reducing the premature disposal of notebook batteries and the reuse of cells that would be discarded in other devices.