Robot Talk Episode 148 – Ethical robot behaviour, with Alan Winfield - Robohub

In episode 148 of the Robot Talk podcast, Claire interviews Alan Winfield, a leading expert in robot ethics from the University of the West of England (UWE). Winfield, who also holds positions at the University of York and the Cambridge Centre for the Future of Intelligence, discusses his work on developing new standards for ethical behavior and transparency in robotics. As a co-founder of the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, his research spans the science, engineering, and ethical considerations of cognitive robotics. Winfield is a prominent advocate for responsible robotics, chairing the advisory board of the Responsible Technology Institute at the University of Oxford. He has contributed to drafting new standards focused on ethical risk assessment and transparency in robotic systems. The episode highlights the importance of embedding ethical frameworks into robotics development to ensure safe and trustworthy autonomous machines. Robot Talk continues to provide insights into advancements in robotics, AI, and autonomous technologies through expert interviews and discussions.