Cutting-edge automation technologies that make the recycling of lithium-ion electric vehicle batteries safe, effective and scalable.
Innovation toward circularity
At Rose City Robotics our goal is to increase lithium-ion battery recovery rates from 5% to over 90%. To achieve this we are committed to closing the loop on the lifecycle of lithium-ion batteries, increasing recovery values, enabling second-life applications and ensuring that critical metals are not wasted but instead recovered as strategic domestic resources to power the next generation of clean energy and electrification solutions.
Leveraging machine learning and transformer neural networks, we collect and utilize sensor and vision data to enhance robot hardware with adaptive and predictive motion planning capabilities. Our software can then use this data to train custom robots to perform these dangerous and challenging tasks with adaptive intelligence with continuous learning capabilities.
We are passionate about using robotics and artificial intelligence for the good of humanity to make a positive impact on climate.
We believe in doing what’s right for the planet, the people and the future. Our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices drives every decision we make.
We push the boundaries of technology to develop advanced AI robotics and automation systems that transform the recycling process, enabling both scale and safety.
Our work directly contributes to climate action. We are proud to be part of the creative community working together on American-made solutions to our greatest challenge.
We are a dynamic team who love robotics, AI and startups and are dedicated to delivering the best results for our clients and for the planet.
Co-founder / CTO
Joseph earned his PhD in applied physics from Rice University and a graduate certificate in applied statistics from Portland State. He is a retired Major with the US Army Reserves and has over 20 years of experience developing computer vision and machine learning algorithms at companies like Northrop Grumman, Applied Materials and YorLabs.
Co-founder / CEO
Duncan has 20 years of experience in climate and AI startups with roles in business development, finance and software engineering. He has expertise in automation software, test-driven AI development, user interface design and climate technologies. Duncan earned an MBA in Entrepreneurship from Babson College and has participated in four exit events, two as a founder.
Our Services
In addition to tackling machine learning enabled robotics for battery recycling, we also develop custom solutions and solve complex ML robotics challenges for our partners.
Portland Oregon climate-tech cluster
Founded company
Joseph Cole creates the company as an Oregon corporation.
Co-founder joined
Duncan Miller joins the company as Co-founder.
Rosie Prototyped
A teleoperation prototype to collect machine learning training data.
Grant funding
First grant secured through the State of Oregon SBIR support.
