The MTC (Manufacturing Technology Centre) in Coventry is providing the UK with the capability to disassemble and assemble prototype battery modules and packs based on large-format, high-power/energy density cells. The Hazardous Operations Cell (HazOps) will fill a significant UK gap in enabling high-risk R&D activities. Featuring robotics, machine vision and laser systems, the cell will provide a flexible and remote manufacturing facility for research into hazardous manufacturing processes. Notably, the facility will enable research into highly-automated battery disassembly for the recovery of critical raw materials.

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