Recycling Relies on Robotics and Artificial Intelligence | EP26

The amount of plastic waste continues to pile up, despite widespread campaigns to encourage recycling. In this episode, Dr. Wanda Curlee talks to APU reverse logistics professor Dr. Oliver Hedgepeth about advancements in recycling including the use of robotics and artificial intelligence to sort plastics. Also learn the challenges of recycling certain plastics, steps manufacturers have taken to use recyclable plastic in their products, and the advantages and disadvantages of using artificial intelligence in recycling centers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Technology is dramatically changing business operations. American Public University brings you Innovation in the Workplace, a podcast featuring expert guests exploring the application of artificial intelligence (AI), strategies for managing a virtual workforce, and other technological advancements. To learn more, visit StudyatAPU.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.