Ep#2: Robot Utility Models

Mahi Shafiullah, a fifth-year PhD student at NYU, shares insights on robot utility models and their groundbreaking adaptability. He discusses real-world testing experiences and the innovative use of affordable tools like a $25 device combined with iPhone’s ARKit to enhance robot demonstration collection. Mahi emphasizes the importance of data quality in training robots, revealing challenges and advancements in their contextual awareness. His work highlights the critical balance between data size and efficiency for effective robotic solutions.