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This Robot Copies Life—By Decomposing

Last updated: April 13, 2025 4:27 pm
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Robots have long been depicted as rugged, steel-clad machines that surpass the fragility of organic life. However, this very durability poses a threat to the environment as it contributes to the accumulation of e-waste. What if robots could be designed to decay and disappear, much like living organisms do?

In a recent study published in Science Advances, researchers explored the concept of biodegradable robotics by creating a robotic arm and joystick controller using materials such as pork gelatin and plant cellulose. These materials were chosen for their ability to function effectively while also being capable of degrading in a backyard compost environment. The researchers found that both structures disintegrated in soil within a matter of weeks, highlighting the potential of biodegradable materials in robotics.

The field of biodegradable robotics often falls under the category of soft robotics, which takes inspiration from nature’s more flexible creations. Materials scientist Florian Hartmann from the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Stuttgart, Germany, explains that soft robotics originated from materials science and chemistry, rather than traditional mechanical engineering. While early soft robotics prototypes often relied on synthetic polymers that contribute to pollution, the use of biodegradable materials presents a more sustainable approach.

Pingdong Wei, a materials scientist at Westlake University, collaborated with robotics engineer Zhuang Zhang to develop the biodegradable robots for the study. Using cellulose derived from cotton pulp and conductive gelatin extracted from pork, the researchers constructed a robotic arm and controller that could withstand heavy use and then degrade in a compost environment. This innovative approach showcases the potential for biodegradable robots to be used in various applications, such as handling hazardous waste or assisting in surgeries.

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While the concept of biodegradable robotics shows promise, there are still challenges to be addressed. Robotics engineer Ellen Rumley, also from the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems, praises the researchers for engineering rigid yet soft structures. However, she emphasizes the need to develop biodegradable electronics, power supplies, and batteries to create truly sustainable robots that can operate in natural environments.

As the technology for biodegradable robotics continues to evolve, the vision of robots that can degrade and disappear like living organisms is becoming closer to reality. By incorporating biodegradable materials and components, researchers are paving the way for a more environmentally friendly approach to robotics that aligns with the principles of sustainability and conservation.

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