We look at how Robotics+AI developers precipitate new learning by (a) pushing into real-world testing; (b) interactive complex tasking simulations for embodied agents; (c) live testing environments to test robot design limits. Scenario 1: Tesla tests its autopilot cars in the real-world’s infinite variables – though sometimes with tragic consequences. (See my previous post) Scenario…
This is Part 2 of 4 in a series on Robotics+AI :recent developments, and the surprising realities we grapple with. INTRINSIC (an Alphabet company) software and tools to make industrial robots easier to use, less costly, and more flexible, enabling new products, businesses and services. Why needed The cost and complexity to program robots…
Benchmarking is Part 1 of 4 in a series on Robotics+AI : recent developments, and the surprising realities we grapple with. The ThreeDWorld platform gives Robotics+AI developers a standardized virtual environment for training, benchmarking, and testing. Why needed: Duplicating the exact dynamics of the physical world is extremely difficult Safety and expense practicalities when training…
BBC video of tech news for APR2021: Toyota+Lyft autonomous ride-hailing; drone deliveries; robotic arm harvests fruit
CASE #8: ORCAM: a handheld smart device that seamlessly reads text for people with visual or reading difficulties. CASE #9: SKYDIO: Autonomous drone can see, understand its complex surroundings; plan and fly a path avoiding obstacles in close-proximity. INSIGHT+OUTLOOK: Virtual reality and Robotics:I have a Need. I either bring the Value (of the object or…
Where previous approaches attempt to project 3D recreations, Sony takes a different -and brilliant – tack based on understanding how our eyes and brain perceive.
