KUIL is excited to announce the kick-off of two InnovateUK projects, ReFibres and Portable-AIFibres, with a combined budget of £3 million. These projects aim to revolutionise the textile recycling industry through the development of an end-to-end system utilising advanced AI, computer vision, and robotics.
ReFibres focuses on creating a comprehensive textile recycling system. Leveraging state-of-the-art AI and computer vision technologies, the system will be capable of handling soft materials with the support of advanced robotics. The goal is to streamline the recycling process, making it more efficient and effective.
Portable-AIFibres aims to develop the world's first portable, plug-and-play recycling system for garments and fabrics. Designed to scan, sort, and segregate tonnes of garment waste each week, this innovative system will address critical inefficiencies in the current garment and fabric recycling processes using cutting-edge AI solutions.
These projects are expected to transform the textile recycling landscape by providing innovative solutions that address the industry's most pressing challenges. The implementation of these systems will not only enhance recycling efficiency but also contribute to reducing the environmental footprint of garment and fabric waste