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Boston Dynamics with Matt Malchano

Software Engineering Daily

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Innovations in Robotics: From Prototyping to Production

This chapter explores the iterative processes and rapid prototyping culture at a robotics company, focusing on their transformation of the Spot robot into a commercial product. It highlights the shift from hydraulic to electric systems, emphasizing the engineering hurdles encountered and the importance of safety protocols for human-robot interaction. The discussion extends to optimizing real-time decision-making and machine learning in robotics, underscoring the continuous pursuit of reliability and efficiency.

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