Akhil Garg

Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Papers

Total Citations

104

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About

Akhil Garg is a leading researcher at the intersection of sustainable manufacturing, intelligent robotics, and battery recycling. His work is critically shaping how we approach the end-of-life management of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, a pressing environmental challenge. Garg’s major contributions focus on developing hybrid and qualitative frameworks for the safe, efficient disassembly of Li-ion battery modules. His most cited paper (87 citations) introduces a novel hybrid disassembly framework specifically designed for EV batteries, addressing the critical bottleneck in the recycling process required for a sustainable future. In related work (17 citations), he tackles the imminent waste crisis—projecting 5-8 million tons of spent batteries—by proposing intelligent robotics solutions for module-level disassembly. This research is foundational for enabling material recovery, reuse, and remanufacturing at scale. Garg’s work is notable for bridging the gap between theoretical disassembly models and practical, robotic implementation, making him a key voice in the circular economy for energy storage systems. His insights are essential for students and researchers aiming to build a truly sustainable EV ecosystem.