Robot Talk Episode 142 – Collaborative robot arms, with Mark Gray - Robohub

The article summarizes Episode 142 of the Robot Talk podcast, featuring a conversation between host Claire and Mark Gray from Universal Robots. Mark Gray, with 30 years of experience in automation and robotics, discusses Universal Robots' lightweight collaborative robot arms (cobots) designed to work safely alongside humans. As the UK country manager and the company's first UK employee, Gray has led projects with prominent research institutions such as the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), the National Robotarium, and Bristol Robotics Lab, highlighting the integration of cobots in advanced manufacturing and research environments. Robot Talk is a weekly podcast exploring robotics, AI, and autonomous machines, with recent episodes covering diverse topics such as human interaction with robot swarms, robotic agility inspired by animals, advanced robot hearing, and AI-powered robotic dogs for emergency response. The podcast serves as a platform to showcase cutting-edge developments in robotics and their practical applications across various fields.