Click Here 126. The future of robotics from MIT’s "Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Labs Alliances" podcast
Apr 30, 2024
MIT robotics researcher Daniela Rus discusses the future of robotics, from making cookies with Bakebot to medical procedures using robotic pills. They explore advancements in soft robotics, exoskeleton technology, integrating AI, and the demand for robotic expertise in various industries.
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Bakebot: Early Cooking Robot
- A robot called Bakebot was built about ten years ago to make cookies by reading recipes, finding ingredients, mixing, and baking.
- Although the cookies were not elegant, they tasted good, illustrating early practical robot capabilities.
Robotics' Smartphone Future
- Robotics will follow the smartphone trajectory from expensive and rare to affordable and ubiquitous.
- Progress in hardware, software, manufacturing, and competitive pressures will make robots accessible to many.
Exoskeletons Help Aging Loved Ones
- Daniela Rus shared a personal story about her father struggling with gardening tasks due to aging.
- She envisions exoskeleton wearable robots to help people lift heavier objects and regain strength.