Energies, Vol. 18, Pages 5915: AI-Integrated Smart Grading System for End-of-Life Lithium-Ion Batteries Based on Multi-Parameter Diagnostics

Energies, Vol. 18, Pages 5915: AI-Integrated Smart Grading System for End-of-Life Lithium-Ion Batteries Based on Multi-Parameter Diagnostics

Energies doi: 10.3390/en18225915

Authors:
Seongsoo Cho
Hiedo Kim

The rapid increase in retired lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) from electric vehicles (EVs) highlights the urgent need for accurate and automated end-of-life (EOL) assessment. This study proposes an AI-integrated smart grading system that combines hardware diagnostics and deep learning-based evaluation to classify the residual usability of retired batteries. The system incorporates a bidirectional charger/discharger, a CAN-enabled battery management system (BMS), and a GUI-based human–machine interface (HMI) for synchronized real-time data acquisition and control. Four diagnostic indicators—State of Health (SOH), Direct Current Internal Resistance (DCIR), temperature deviation, and voltage deviation—are processed through a deep neural network (DNN) that outputs categorical grades (A: reusable, B: repurposable, C: recyclable). Experimental validation shows that the proposed AI-assisted model improves grading accuracy by 18% and reduces total testing time by 30% compared to rule-based methods. The integration of adaptive correction models further enhances robustness under varying thermal and aging conditions. Overall, this system provides a scalable framework for automated, explainable, and sustainable battery reuse and recycling, contributing to the circular economy of energy storage.