Tech News 1: Breakthrough in separating plastic waste: Machines can now distinguish 12 different types of plastic

[bob_turner]

In contrast to common perceptions, plastic is in no way near one material. Rather, it is a combination of many materials (polymers) with different chemical compounds and additives such as pigments or fibers, depending on its use. It is very difficult to tell the difference between different types of plastics, and this is what makes it difficult to separate and recycle them.

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