New fully compostable robot survives over 1 million uses then disappears in soil
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Researchers from Seoul National University have created the first fully compostable soft robot that endures over 1 million uses before completely decomposing in soil without toxic residues. Using biodegradable materials like poly(glycerol sebacate) for structure and biodegradable electronics, the robot addresses the 62 million metric tons of annual electronic waste while maintaining performance comparable to conventional robots.
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