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Why “Spot” the Mobile Robot is Made for Manufacturing with Boston Dynamics’ Michael Perry

Manufacturing Happy Hour · 13 Jul 2021 · 37m

What this episode covers

Michael Perry, VP of Business Development at Boston Dynamics, explains how the Spot mobile robot is used in manufacturing for safety inspections and facility optimization. He details a Ford case study where Spot reduced laser scanning time from two weeks to two days and cost from $300,000 to approximately $150,000–$200,000, enabling frequent data collection. Perry also discusses the company's global expansion strategy, the importance of product quality in partnerships, and the future of mobile manipulation.

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Boston Dynamics, Ford, DJI, Apple, Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co.
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Spot

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