Microsoft leverages robotics and AI to disassemble and recycle defective hard disks to reach a 90% reuse and recycle rate by 2025
Based on an article by Blocks & Files, Microsoft makes use of robots manufactured by Dobot Robotics to break down faulty hard disk drives and reuse valuable materials like aluminum platters, neodymium magnets, and a stainless steel chassis (as reported by Tom’s Hardware). This initiative contributes towards Microsoft’s larger mission to achieve its sustainability and environmental objectives.