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227. She Sells Seashells… and Reinvents Recycling

The Next Byte Podcast · 26 Aug 2025 · 18m

What this episode covers

The hosts discuss a Georgia Tech research team's biomimetic approach to recycling plastic, inspired by the brick-and-mortar structure of seashells. They explain how this method reduces variability in mechanical properties, making recycled high-density polyethylene and industrial stretch film competitive with virgin materials. The conversation also highlights Mogue AI, a startup using robotics and AI to disassemble e-waste, as a complementary technology in the recycling ecosystem.

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early-stage companies

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Companies
Mouser Electronics, Mogue AI, ABB, Georgia Tech, Padnos
Materials
high density polyethylene, industrial stretch film

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