RECHARGD

8.2 million single-use and disposable vapes are thrown away every week in the UK

Mission: A modular product that is a sustainable & high-performance solution tackling the e-waste crisis through inclusive design

We created a power bank using Lithium ion cells from the batteries of the vape and the outer shell is made from recycled plastic of the vape

A Smart 5S BMS provides protection + Bluetooth monitoring, and a power-conversion stage (buck/PD module) converts the pack voltage to safe USB and AC socket outputs.

The brain is the RECHARGD app using:

Remote Management : Wireless On/Off and power-mode toggles
Telemetric : Real-time battery percentage, temperature, and cell health indicator
Smart Tuning : Adjustable power requirements - set high during peak usage or low for eco-charging

It's also accessible and inclusive:

High-texture Power & Bluetooth buttons for users with visual impairments
App is compatible with iOS and Android accessibility features, including options for visual impairments
Audible notifications for low battery charge, error alerts or low battery health

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