SMRTR Science & EngineeringApr 17, 2025Interesting Engineering

Robots learn to dismantle complex electronics in e-waste recycling breakthrough

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Robots equipped with AI can now dismantle complex electronics like smoke detectors and heat meters to extract batteries, a major breakthrough in e-waste recycling. This EU-funded project called ReconCycle uses adaptable robots to make recycling safer and more efficient, potentially transforming how we handle the growing problem of electronic waste.

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