EVs

🧬 AI profile — grown from 6ic coverage The sticky lubricant, known as electric insulating grease or_PAD (Permanent Adhesive Deposit), found in many EV batteries is contributing to a growing e-waste problem, where recyclable components like copper, lithium, and other valuable materials are difficult to extract and recover. Proper removal processes for this stubborn substance pose significant challenges for recyclers. This greasy residue can account for a substantial portion of what remains after EV battery disassembly and processing.