RASTR24 workshop: Robotics & AI : Transforming Sustainable Recycling & Remanufacturing |
Website | https://www.roboticsforsustainability.eu/post/call-for-papers-robotics-ai-workshop-on-transforming-sustainable-recycling-remanufacturing |
Submission link | https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=rastr24workshop |
Submission deadline | December 31, 2023 |
Acceptance Notification | January 15, 2024 |
Camera Ready Submission | January 22, 2024 |
Call for Papers: Robotics & AI Workshop on Transforming Sustainable Recycling & Remanufacturing
We are pleased to invite researchers, academics, and industry professionals to submit contributions for the workshop on "Robotics & AI: Transforming Sustainable Recycling & Remanufacturing," which will be held in conjunction with the 15th edition of the European Robotics Forum, to be held from 13-15 March 2024 in Rimini, Italy.
Workshop Theme: Robotics & AI: Transforming Sustainable Recycling & Remanufacturing
Topics of Interest
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Applications of Robotics and AI in recycling and remanufacturing
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Application sectors including but not limited to
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Fashion,
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Battery recycling, and
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Composite material recycling
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Sustainable production in diverse sectors
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Overcoming challenges and barriers in adopting Robotics & AI for recycling and remanufacturing
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Holistic approaches considering technical, economic, environmental, and social aspects
Important Dates
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Submission Deadline:
December 18, 2023December 31, 2023 -
Acceptance Notification: January 15, 2024
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Camera Ready Submission: January 22, 2024
Workshop Date: March 15, 2024
Submission Guidelines
Authors are invited to submit original research papers or case studies related to the workshop theme. Please use the standard Springer Proceedings in Advanced Robotics (SPAR) format, available at this link with Latex and Word templates and must not exceed 5 pages (including References). All submissions will undergo a peer-review process.
Publication
Accepted contributions will be published in the indexed Springer Proceedings in Advanced Robotics (SPAR) with Series Editors: Bruno Siciliano, Oussama Khatib. In order to be published, accepted papers need to be presented at the ERF 2024 insight session for the workshop as a short pitch and poster presentation.
Workshop information
Title: Robotics & AI : Transforming Sustainable Recycling & Remanufacturing
The workshop delves into the cutting-edge intersection of technology, sustainability, and industrial transformation. The industrial landscape is undergoing a profound revolution, where businesses are not only seeking increased productivity but also prioritizing sustainability and adaptability to dynamic supply chain shifts. This transformative shift demands a reevaluation of how materials and resources are utilized and can be recycled, reused, and remanufactured. This workshop will explore various application areas, including fashion,battery and composite material recycling, to gain a comprehensive understanding of the impact of Robotics and AI in diverse sectors. The presented talks span both technical and business viewpoints, showcasing the holistic approach required to address challenges and seize opportunities in sustainable production. This workshop offers up-to-date with the latest advancements in recycling and remanufacturing, uncovering how Robotics and AI are shaping the future of these industries..
Research Questions:
- Unleashing the Potential: What are the existing applications of Robotics and AI in recycling and remanufacturing, and how can Robotics and AI technologies revolutionize and support sustainable recycling and production?
- Tackling Challenges: What are the primary challenges that Robotics & AI can address recycling, and remanufacturing and what barriers hinder the adoption of Robotics & AI for sustainable recycling and remanufacturing?
- Balancing Act: How can the above challenges and barriers be overcome to integrate Robotics & AI into recycling and remanufacturing processes, considering a holistic approach of technical, economic, environmental and social aspects?
- Sharath Chandra Akkaladevi
- Franziska Kirstein
- Karol Janik