Simon Schmidt

Simon Schmidt, Senior Manager at Fraunhofer IPA, dives into the world of humanoid robotics and their potential impact on manufacturing. He highlights the ongoing debate over what qualifies as humanoid and discusses insights from a survey revealing differing perceptions among stakeholders. The conversation unveils the challenges these robots face in achieving practicality and safety, as well as the need for viable business cases to ensure their success. Lastly, Schmidt emphasizes the necessity for increased funding and research in Germany to match human capabilities with robotics.