Sara Nakonczy
Papers
1
Total Citations
11
H-Index
1
About
Sara Nakonczy is a leading researcher in sustainable materials management, with a primary focus on the recycling and circular economy of rare earth elements, particularly neodymium magnets. Her work addresses the critical challenge of securing supply chains for permanent magnets, which are essential for the green energy transition and Industry 4.0 technologies. Nakonczy's most cited paper, "Process management and technological challenges in the aspect of permanent magnets recycling - the second life of neodymium magnets" (2020), has garnered 11 citations and provides a foundational framework for understanding the technical and logistical barriers to magnet recovery. She identifies key bottlenecks in dismantling, separation, and reprocessing, while proposing innovative process management strategies to enable industrial-scale recycling. By highlighting the tension between growing demand for rare earths and their limited natural availability, Nakonczy’s work directly supports sustainable development goals. Her research is pivotal for students and engineers seeking to bridge the gap between material science and industrial ecology, offering actionable insights into how end-of-life magnets can be transformed into valuable secondary resources.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1