The circular future: how AI transforms the life of EVA batteries

This masterclass invites you on a journey through the history and evolution of the electric vehicle, exploring the different types of batteries that have powered its development. We will delve into the circular economy of lithium‑ion batteries, discovering how to give them a second life in order to reduce their environmental impact.

We will learn about the winners of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry whose research was key to the development of these technologies. In addition, we will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are revolutionizing the value chain, from classifying and assessing the condition of batteries to implementing crucial safety measures to prevent accidents.

We will also analyse several related use cases.

Programa

Introduction: presentation of the speaker and the SOCO‑IDEAI group
- History of the electric vehicle (EV). Most commonly used types of batteries.
- Lithium EV batteries: environmental impact and second life.
AI in the battery value chain.
Examples of projects and use cases
Q&A

Masterclass delivered by IDEAI‑UPC

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Taught by:

Martha-Ivon Cardenas Domínguez

Doctor, lecturer, and researcher in AI applications

PhD in AI and researcher in pharmacoproteomics, neurodegenerative and emotional data using ML techniques and XAI models.
Currently, I apply ML, autonomous robotics, and XAI to the classification and safety of lithium batteries from electric vehicles (EVs) intended for second‑life applications, and I collaborate in the national MEDINSPAIN project (2025–2028) to promote a circular economy.