The Robot Report Podcast · 18 May 2022 · 49m
WTWH Media's Dan Kara and Jake Hall, joined by hosts Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman, recap the 2022 Robotics Summit in Boston, highlighting the return of in-person trade shows and the high quality of attendees seeking solutions. The discussion covers key industry themes including the maturity of Robot Operating System (ROS) for commercial use, the strategic pivot of Intel RealSense toward robotics, and the transformative role of additive manufacturing in creating flexible end-of-arm tooling. They also examine the healthcare robotics track, focusing on social impact and products like Moxie, and conclude with insights from Boston Dynamics' keynote on scaling production and human-robot interaction.
early-stage companies, companies scaling up and large enterprises
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Host Chris Luecke recaps the 2024 Robotics Summit in Boston, featuring interviews with Jonathan Hurst of Agility Robotics, Joyce Sidopoulos of MassRobotics, and Scott Sizemore of Electrocraft. The episode explores the commercialization of humanoid robots, the shift from disjointed component sourcing to integrated motion systems, and the role of accelerators in scaling early-stage robotics startups.
Host Chris Luecke interviews Laura Hoffman, Patty Ketseris of Locust Robotics, Matt Charles of Robex, Melanie Weiss of Zebra Technologies, and Alex Ciccaney of A3 at the 2022 Vision Show in Boston. The group discusses the convergence of machine vision and mobile robotics, the shift toward cloud-based automation, and how manufacturing can learn from the repeatability of warehousing. They also cover Robex's acquisition by private equity, Zebra's acquisition of Fetch Robotics, and the growing adoption of AI and vision in non-traditional verticals like medical devices.
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.
Host Chris Luecke and co-host Jake Hall interview leaders from the 2022 A3 Business Forum, including Jeremy Dodson and Jay Korpi of NextLink Labs, who discuss cybersecurity and their work on the TV show Mr. Robot. Fady Saad of MassRobotics explains his 'startup escalator' model for helping robotics companies move from prototyping to production, while Suzy Teele of the ARM Institute highlights the RoboticsCrew.org database for workforce development. Greg Smith of Teradyne discusses the shift toward collaborative automation for small and medium-sized manufacturers, and Jim Devaprasad of Lake Superior State University talks about his pioneering robotics engineering program. Finally, Michael Sullivan of Miller Resource Group analyzes the current 'war on talent' and hiring strategies for Gen Z and Millennials.
Gianmarco Pisanelli, a tech fellow at the University of Sheffield's Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), discusses bridging the gap between academic robotics research and industrial application. He explains how the AMRC operates at Technology Readiness Levels 4-6, focusing on collaborative robots (cobots), robotic simulations, and intuitive interfaces like ROS Industrial and augmented reality. Pisanelli highlights significant barriers to adoption, including regulatory lag, the non-deterministic nature of AI in safety-critical contexts, and the physical challenges of simulating flexible materials like wires.
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