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The State of Robotics in 2025: Live from the Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston, MA

Manufacturing Happy Hour · 5 Aug 2025 · 17m

What this episode covers

Host Jake Hall interviews Aaron Prather, Director of Robotics & Autonomous Systems at ASTM International, about the critical role of safety standards in deploying humanoid robots across diverse environments like homes and healthcare. Spencer Krause, President and CEO of SKA Robotics, discusses the current state of the industry, highlighting use cases in mining, construction, and hospital logistics, and explaining how advancements in edge AI and cheaper sensors are enabling broader adoption. The conversation covers the transition of robotics from controlled industrial settings to unstructured public and private spaces, emphasizing the need for robust safety frameworks and cost-effective technology to reach a buyer's market.

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Companies
ASTM International, SKA Robotics, Siemens Energy, FedEx, Agility Robotics, Caterpillar, John Deere, Nvidia, Halo, Hitachi, Komatsu, Leap Motion, Danfoss, ISO, IEC, UL
Tools
YOLO, ChatGPT

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