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…
China Industry4.0: Midea as Case Study
BBC video of tech news for APR2021: Toyota+Lyft autonomous ride-hailing; drone deliveries; robotic arm harvests fruit
INSIGHT+OUTLOOK New Rules and Processes of coordination:Calling it an Internet of Things puts us off guard. Interconnecting autonomies logically lead to an internet of everything: all things, data, process, and people. Expect extensive partnerings and alliances, as we see in the autonomous electric vehicle case. Coordination and standardization lead to common platforms; but who sets…
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…
CASE #6: John Deere X-Series: Smart Farming with GPS, AI, and IoT: autonomous equipment for use in the harshest conditions globally.CASE #7: MOFLIN: Your AI pet simulates a living animal’s emotions & development, for the human need for interaction, entertainment. Featured on the graphic, clockwise from top: John Deere, awardee; Samsung Ballie; MIT nanoemulsion gel;…
