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ASTM's Aaron Prather on standards and evaluating new robots

The Robot Report Podcast · 9 Feb 2023 · 1h 04m

What this episode covers

Aaron Prather, Director of Robotics and Autonomous Systems at ASTM International, discusses his transition from his previous role as Senior Technical Advisor at FedEx to leading the F45 committee. He explains how ASTM is developing test and performance standards for mobile robots and graspers to help OEMs prove safety and interoperability to end users like FedEx and Amazon. Prather also shares advice for robotics startups on navigating enterprise sales, emphasizing the importance of financial stability, avoiding arrogance, and securing buy-in from frontline employees rather than just executives.

Most relevant to

large enterprises and early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
ASTM International, FedEx, Harvard, Massachusetts General Hospital, Badger Technologies, Jabil, Vecna, MiR, Yaskawa, Master Robotics, ISO, ANSI, UL, OSHA, Locust Robotics, Berkshire Grey, Boston Dynamics
Products
Marty Robot
Also
F45 Committee, DART Lab

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