Vijay Kumar

Vijay Kumar, a leading expert in robotics and Dean of Penn Engineering, dives deep into the fascinating world of flying robots. He shares insights from his early experiences with a large hexapod robot and discusses the evolution of robotic coordination, emphasizing the complexities of modern UAVs. Drawing inspiration from the resilience of ants, Kumar explores swarm behavior and the need for true autonomy in robotics. He also highlights advancements in quadcopter technology and the challenges of trajectory planning, human-robot collaboration, and the future of flying vehicles.