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No hype, Just works: How Comma reached 100M miles in autonomous driving | E2011

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Manage Expectations in Robotics Innovation

The future of robotics is exciting but requires a realistic perspective. While advancements in AI spark enthusiasm for domestic robots capable of managing tasks like laundry, historical optimism in robotics—especially in self-driving technology—has led to unmet expectations. Many initially perceived self-driving as an accessible robotics challenge, yet numerous companies failed to achieve their goals, leading to a shift towards humanoid robotics, which is inherently more complex. It is essential to temper excitement with practical acknowledgment of the challenges in developing functional humanoid robots for everyday use.

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