The workshop "Remanufacturing and Recycling: Are Robots the Way to a Sustainable Future?" at ERF 2025 focused on robotics' role in improving recycling and remanufacturing processes. Key topics included the use of robots in disassembling and sorting materials like electric vehicle batteries, electronics, and ship components. The workshop aimed to discuss technological barriers in robotic disassembly, such as flexibility and autonomy challenges, and explore how AI and machine vision could help overcome them.
Key projects involved included BATTEREVERSE, REBELION, RECIRCULATE, and others. Participants discussed the latest robotic innovations and their potential to drive sustainability, focusing on areas like rare earth element recycling. The session highlighted the need for further research and collaboration to advance robotic technologies for sustainable recycling.
It provided valuable insights and networking opportunities for partners in the circular economy, focusing on robotics' role in tackling waste and conserving resources across various industries.
