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title: Gastrobot
type: technology
url: "https://www.envisioning.com/research/forge/gastrobot"
hub: forge
summary: Robots powered by microbial digestion of organic matter for autonomous energy generation
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# Gastrobot

Robots powered by microbial digestion of organic matter for autonomous energy generation
- Technology Readiness Level: 5/9
- Impact: 4/5
- Investment: 3/5
Gastrobots use microbial fuel cells or digestive systems to convert organic matter into electrical energy. Prototypes; applications include autonomous operation in resource-rich environments. Research continues into efficiency and scalability.

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Source: Envisioning — Technology Research Institute (https://www.envisioning.com/research/forge/gastrobot)