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Robot Talk Episode 129 – Automating museum experiments, with Yuen Ting Chan - Robohub
In Robot Talk Episode 129, Claire interviews Yuen Ting Chan from the Natural History Museum about her work automating molecular biology experiments using robotics. With nearly two decades of experience in translating and optimizing laboratory protocols across fields such as DNA forensics and biomedicine, Chan has specialized for over 12 years in developing bespoke scripts for liquid handling instruments to automate laboratory processes. At the Natural History Museum, Chan’s role focuses on integrating automation into molecular laboratories to enable researchers to efficiently handle large sample volumes from the museum’s diverse specimen collections. This automation enhances research capabilities by increasing throughput and consistency in molecular experiments. The episode highlights the intersection of robotics and molecular biology, demonstrating how automation can transform traditional laboratory workflows in museum research settings.
roboticslaboratory-automationmolecular-biologyliquid-handling-robotsbiomedical-automationartificial-intelligenceautonomous-machinesYour guide to Day 2 of RoboBusiness 2025 - The Robot Report
RoboBusiness 2025’s second day at the Santa Clara Convention Center features a robust agenda with over 60 speakers, a startup workshop, the annual Pitchfire competition, and more than 100 exhibitors. The day begins at 10:00 a.m. PT with the first keynote and the opening of the show floor, which includes the Engineering Theater, networking lounge, Startup Showcase, MassRobotics Startup Alley, and the KAIST Korean Pavilion. The initial keynote panel, moderated by Eugene Demaitre of The Robot Report, features industry leaders such as Sanjay Aggarwal (F-Prime), Jon Battles (Cobot), Amit Goel (NVIDIA), and Brian Gaunt (DHL Supply Chain), discussing the current state of the robotics industry. This is followed by a panel on “Closing the Robotics Gap With China,” involving Jeff Burnstein (A3), Georg Stieler (Stieler Technology & Market Advisory), and Eric Truebenbach (Teradyne Robotics),
roboticsAIautomationrobotics-industryrobotics-manufacturingautonomous-machinesrobotics-innovationRobot Talk Episode 128 – Making microrobots move, with Ali K. Hoshiar - Robohub
In the Robot Talk Episode 128, Claire interviews Ali K. Hoshiar, a Senior Lecturer in Robotics at the University of Essex and Director of the Robotics for Under Millimetre Innovation (RUMI) Lab. Hoshiar discusses the mechanisms behind microrobot movement and their collaborative behaviors. His research spans microrobotics, soft robotics, and data-driven mechatronic systems, with applications in medical and agricultural technologies. He leads the EPSRC-funded ‘In-Target’ project and has been recognized with the university’s Best Interdisciplinary Research Award. The episode highlights Hoshiar’s interdisciplinary approach, combining technical expertise with strategic and commercial insights, supported by his MBA. The discussion sheds light on the challenges and innovations in making microrobots move effectively and work together, emphasizing their potential impact in various fields. Robot Talk continues to explore advancements in robotics, AI, and autonomous machines through such expert conversations.
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RoboBusiness 2025, taking place October 15-16 in Santa Clara, California, will feature a keynote panel discussing the current state of the rapidly evolving robotics industry. Industry experts, including Sanjay Aggarwal (venture partner at F-Prime Capital), Jon Battles (VP of technology strategy at Cobot), Amit Goel (director of product management for autonomous machines at NVIDIA), and Brian Gaunt (VP of Digital Transformation at DHL Supply Chain), will explore what is working in robotics, the challenges faced, and emerging trends shaping the future. The session promises a candid, experience-driven conversation on breakthroughs, barriers, and market insights. The event is a premier gathering for developers and suppliers of commercial robots, produced by WTWH Media, which also organizes The Robot Report and other robotics-focused conferences. RoboBusiness 2025 will host over 60 speakers, a startup workshop, the Pitchfire competition, and extensive networking opportunities. More than 100 exhibitors will showcase the latest robotics technologies and
roboticsautomationAIautonomous-machinesNVIDIA-Jetsondigital-transformationsupply-chain-roboticsNVIDIA VP Deepu Talla to discuss physical AI at RoboBusiness - The Robot Report
At RoboBusiness 2025, Deepu Talla, NVIDIA’s vice president of robotics and edge AI, will deliver the opening keynote titled “Physical AI for the New Era of Robotics.” Scheduled for October 15 in Santa Clara, California, Talla will discuss how physical AI—where models perceive, reason, and act in real-world environments—is transforming robotics from static, rule-based automation to adaptable, intelligent autonomy capable of managing complex, unstructured tasks. NVIDIA is accelerating this shift through simulation-first development, foundation models, and real-time edge deployment, training robots in virtual environments before scaling them into physical applications. This advancement marks a significant milestone in integrating intelligent machines into the $50 trillion global economy. NVIDIA has positioned itself as a leader in physical AI with recent innovations such as Isaac GR00T N1.5, an updated customizable foundation model for humanoid robot reasoning, and Isaac GR00T-Dreams, a synthetic motion data generation blueprint. The NVIDIA Isaac platform is widely adopted
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China has developed what is being called the world’s first laser-based autonomous cotton topping robot, jointly created by Xinjiang University and EAVision Robotic Technologies. The machine uses a combination of lasers, lidar, and artificial intelligence to identify and vaporize the top buds of cotton plants with a detection accuracy of 98.9% and a successful topping rate of over 82% in field tests. This process, traditionally labor-intensive and prone to human error or plant damage, is now mechanized to operate roughly 10 times faster than manual labor, covering 0.4 to 0.53 hectares per hour. Unlike chemical or mechanical methods, the robot’s laser approach minimizes plant stress, eliminates herbicide use, and enables continuous operation regardless of weather or time of day. The robot is currently undergoing testing in Xinjiang, China’s largest cotton-producing region, and represents a significant step toward full mechanization of cotton farming. The development involved three years of research to integrate sensor technology, machine vision
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NEURA Robotics has partnered with GFT Technologies SE to develop a software platform aimed at advancing physical AI, which integrates robotics with artificial intelligence. GFT, a global digital transformation company with expertise in AI, data, and high-performance architecture, is entering the robotics sector through this collaboration. The partnership leverages GFT’s experience in AI software and complex regulated industries to bridge the gap between AI insights and physical robotic actions, supporting the development of smarter, autonomous machines. NEURA Robotics, based in Metzingen, Germany, specializes in cognitive robotics that enable machines to learn, adapt, and operate autonomously in real-world environments. The company has developed collaborative robot arms and mobile manipulators and recently launched new robots alongside its Neuraverse ecosystem. This collaboration with GFT aligns with NEURA’s vision to bring cognitive robotics into practical applications, exemplified by its recent partnership with HD Hyundai on shipbuilding robots. Together, they aim to pioneer a new era of intelligent machines powered by advanced software and AI capabilities
roboticsartificial-intelligencephysical-AIcognitive-roboticssoftware-platformautonomous-machinesindustrial-robotsRobot Talk Episode 125 – Chatting with robots, with Gabriel Skantze - Robohub
In episode 125 of the Robot Talk podcast, Claire interviews Gabriel Skantze, a Professor of Speech Communication and Technology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Skantze specializes in conversational AI and human-robot interaction, focusing on creating natural face-to-face conversations between humans and robots. His research integrates both verbal and non-verbal communication elements, such as prosody, turn-taking, feedback, and joint attention, to improve the fluidity and naturalness of spoken interactions with robots. Skantze also co-founded Furhat Robotics in 2014, where he continues to contribute as Chief Scientist. Furhat Robotics develops social robots designed to engage in human-like conversations, leveraging Skantze’s expertise in computational models of spoken interaction. The episode highlights ongoing advancements in conversational systems and the challenges involved in making robot communication more natural and effective, emphasizing the importance of combining multiple communication cues to enhance human-robot interaction.
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robotmachine-learningadaptable-robotsroboticsartificial-intelligenceautonomous-machinesreinforcement-learningRobot Talk Episode 120 – Evolving robots to explore other planets, with Emma Hart
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