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Today, my guest is Shubham Nandi , the Co-founder of RigBetel Labs , specializing in Robot R&D Services and Consultancy: He oversees the Research and Mentorship department of RigBetel Labs, as they do research for startups and companies in robotics. Passionate about educating and empowering individuals in the ever-changing technology sector, he drives mentorship programs, enabling people to ac...

Orangewood Labs builds AI-powered robotic arms, simple to operate. Today I talked to CEO and Co-Founder Abhinav Das : Backed by Y Combinator, Orangewood is headquartered in the US, with their R&D team in India. They aim to democratise robots, leveraging the latest advancements in ML and generative AI. We talk about his journey from building affordable cars for rural India, designing wood furni...

My guest is Matt Freed , co-founder of K-Scale Labs , a machine-learning startup developing an 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡-𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘 𝗛𝗨𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗢𝗜𝗗 𝗥𝗢𝗕𝗢𝗧, easily manufactured by individuals using 3D printing. With a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, and a Master's in Computer Science from Cornell, Matt Freed leads hardware at K-Scale Labs, based in Palo Alto, Bay Area. We discuss his transition from hardware to software, the...

Our guest today is Lingkang Zhang, founder of Red Rabbit Robotics, specialising in humanoid robots. Extensive experience in autonomous robots and self-driving vehicles. Previously, Lingkang founded a company that developed machine vision solutions for drones. He holds a master's degree in Human-Robot Interaction and an undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering from Beijing. We discuss his jou...

🎙 In episode #22, we sit down with ROBOTOP's CEO & Founder Dr.-Ing. Eike Wolfram Schäffer: After his double degree in Industrial & Mechanical Engineering, he stayed in academia and finished his PhD in robot-centric automation solutions, before he founded Robotop. We speak about his curiosity sparked early by LEGO, his time as a tutor, educating customers and how 3D / XR technologies can tr...

Today's guest is Daryl Lim, the CEO and co-founder of Augmentus, an AI-robotics software company based in Singapore. Augmentus offers a no-code platform that simplifies industrial robot programming, making it accessible to non-technical users. I spoke with Daryl (a Forbes 30 Under 30) about the challenges of founding a tech company, the importance of talking to customers early on and their expansi...

Today I talk with Alex Enache, an AI automation consultant, entrepreneur, and educator. With a Master's Degree in International and Intercultural Communication, Alex quickly saw the potential of the tech industry, diving into chatbots and human-machine communication. Starting as a corporate trainer in Berlin, Alex self-educated on emerging AI tools, testing and leveraging them fully. We talk about...

Chandandeep Singh is a researcher at DFKI, the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence, where he works on robot learning. Starting his education in India, he was more focused on the mechanical side of robotics, until during his master's he transitioned into software engineering. He documented and shared his journey, aiming to inspire and educate future roboticists through blogs, videos,...

Today's guest is Robert Liebhart, an accomplished entrepreneur with a focus on integrating European robotic technologies into the South Korean market. Beginning with Germany's Maschinenmarkt, he extended his expertise to various sectors including automation and robotics, and is now CEO at KoreaSolutions. We discuss his journey through the industry, his role in shaping Korea's automation landscape,...

My latest guest is Robert Vogel, an experienced Automation Specialist with almost 20 years in the industry. Originating from the robotized system plant engineering sector, he successfully specialized in the "Robot" system component, and now focused on the "Motor" components. We talk about his passion for automation, being with KUKA for over a decade and his in-depth automotive insights.

Episode #16 is with Scortex CEO Aymeric de Pontbriand: This podcast is not only about robotics but also automation and manufacturing. Scortex helps manufacturers enhance operations and reduce costs by managing inspections and quality data on production lines. We talk about Aymeric's early love for data, the challenges for startups in manufacturing and the future of automation in the industry.

In this episode, I sit down with Ian Pritchard: Alongside his brother, they're building Anthrobotics, a startup that's challenging the norms of robotics with open-source humanoid robots, balancing their project with full-time commitments. A Radio Operator in the Canadian Armed Forces and a graduate in Nanotechnology and Electronics Engineering from NAIT, we walk through his journey of robotics.

Recently, an emerging startup made headlines with its foray into launching an open-source humanoid, sparking a conversation on innovation in robotics. This prompted me to bring Rob and Trent together for a comprehensive discussion - questioning the need to "reinvent the wheel." We explore the advantages of open-source development in juxtaposition with corporate-led initiatives. Moreover, we'll unc...

In episode 13, we're joined by Jesica Chavez: An engineer who's spent 15 years enhancing customer growth and operational efficiency in the robotics and tech industries. Originally from Mexico, Jesica has carved out a successful career in the US, embracing diverse roles across the sector. Our conversation dives into her inspiring journey, her passionate advocacy for women in technology, and her com...

In today's episode, I'm joined by Jürgen Blume, Principal Software Developer at KUKA: Since 2014, he's played a crucial role in Application Engineering, creating tailored software solutions for clients. Jürgen is also deeply involved in the Business Innovation Lab, focusing on cutting-edge research to enhance customer value. He holds a diploma in computer science and a PhD in engineering, speciali...

In this episode, I'm joined by Voraus Robotik CEO Jens Kotlarski! He studied Mechanical Engineering in Germany, furthered his education in Canada, and finished with a PhD. Jens led a prestigious robotics research group before venturing into the entrepreneurial world with Yuanda Robotics, which, despite its initial promise, faced financial difficulties. Today, he steers Voraus Robotik, focusing on...

Welcome, to episode #10 with Chris Paxton! Chris is an AI + Robotics Research Scientist at Meta and before that at NVIDIA. He's all about making robots smarter and more helpful by teaching them to understand the world and make decisions on their own. Today, we're talking with Chris about his work making robots less like machines and more like helpers, his journey in the world of AI and robotics, a...

Here we go again: Akshet Patel! After our last episode, many people reached out to me, happy that Akshet shared his struggles as a newcomer without experience in the robotics industry and how he overcame them. Due to popular demand, we talk today about how to find your way into robotics, not to be overwhelmed by the diversity of subfields robotics has to offer, resources and the importance of netw...

Today's episode #8 stars Akshet Patel! With a deep-rooted passion for electronics and engineering, he pursued his Bachelor's in Mechatronics Engineering in India before earning his Master's in Robotics & Computation from University College London. We explore Akshet's challenges in securing work in the UK as a newcomer without experience, his committed strategy to navigate these hurdles, and th...

My guest today is Dr. John Vial from Perth, Australia: He has a PhD in Robotics, from the University of Syndey and works in PM and technical leadership of a small robotics team, building the next generation of legged robots. We talk about his studies, being a founder at one time and his goal, to enable more people to get into robotics.

My guest on the 6th episode: Tobias Rietzler! CEO of Robominds, Tobias is an electrical engineer & visionary Co-Founder of the AI robotics company. We talk about his unusual upbringing in Thailand, his first steps into robotics and how hard it was to bring AI into the ancient manufacturing industry.

In this episode, Vanessa Loiola, an industrial engineer and founder of Valoy Automation, shares her journey in robotics. Originating from Brazil and now innovating in Ireland, she found her initial inspiration in Iron Man and has since developed expertise with industry giants like KUKA, FANUC, and ABB. Discover how she navigates the challenges of a male-dominated industry and her vision for the fu...

In my fourth episode, I am talking to Trent Shumay! As a Computer Scientist, he started in the wild gaming industry of the mid90s, working a lot on 3D Rendering. Today he runs an independent secret workshop where he's focused on building robotic applications related to manufacturing technology. We will talk about both worlds and everything in between!

In my third episode I am talking to Eric, he's a robotics research scientist at Boston Dynamics AI Institute and holds a PhD in Computer Science from Brown University. His research is centred on crafting algorithms and intuitive interfaces for robot learning and task planning, simplifying the process for individuals to teach and collaborate with robots. We talk about his studies, algorithms &...

My latest podcast episode features a special guest: Rob Knight! An accomplished founder and robot hardware designer, with over two decades in cutting-edge robot R&D and building. We dive into his journey from studying at Cambridge, rapid robot development, and his current focus on commercializing AI-integrated hardware.