The TWIML AI Podcast (formerly This Week in Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence) Robotic Dexterity and Collaboration with Monroe Kennedy III - #619
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Mar 6, 2023 Monroe Kennedy III, an assistant professor at Stanford and director of the Assistive Robotics Lab, discusses the evolving landscape of robotics. He dives into the complexities of robotic dexterity, emphasizing its potential for human assistance. Kennedy also explores collaborative robotics, detailing how machines can effectively partner with humans. Notably, he highlights DenseTact, a groundbreaking sensor that enhances tactile capabilities. The conversation touches on the future of robotics in healthcare and the importance of trust in human-robot teamwork.
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Hard Tasks for Robots
- Collaborative robots aim to enhance human life by tackling complex tasks.
- Dexterity is crucial for robots to perform human-like tasks in human environments.
Clothes-Folding Robot Demo
- Sam Charrington recalls a CES demo of a clothes-folding robot that took 10 minutes to fold a t-shirt.
- This highlights the challenge of dexterity in robotics, despite advancements.
Boston Dynamics' Choreography
- Boston Dynamics videos give a false impression of robot autonomy.
- Choreography and internal model robustness mask real-world uncertainty challenges.