There are a large number of robotic platforms with two or more arms targeting surgical applications. Despite that, very few groups have employed such platforms for scientific exploration. Possible applications of a multi-arm platform in scientific exploration involve the study of the mechanisms of intractable diseases by using organoids, i.e., miniature human organs) The study … [Read more...] about A Multiarm Robotic Platform for Scientific Exploration: Its Design, Digital Twins, and Validation
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An African Perspective on Culturally Competent Social Robotics: Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Matters in Human-Robot Interaction [Opinion]
Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are playing a central role in driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution in Africa, powering the digital transformation of African economies through technological innovation. However, successful innovation requires trust, acceptance, and widespread adoption. In turn, these depend on sociocultural factors. This is particularly true in the … [Read more...] about An African Perspective on Culturally Competent Social Robotics: Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Matters in Human-Robot Interaction [Opinion]
Opinion– Opportunities and Challenges to Integrate Artificial Intelligence Into Manufacturing Systems: Thoughts From a Panel Discussion
Rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have the potential to significantly increase productivity, quality, and profitability in future manufacturing systems. (Caveat: The panel did not attempt to disentangle artificial intelligence from machine learning and used the two terms loosely interchangeably during the discussion.) Traditional mass production will give way to … [Read more...] about Opinion– Opportunities and Challenges to Integrate Artificial Intelligence Into Manufacturing Systems: Thoughts From a Panel Discussion
CARE: Cooperation of AI Robot Enablers to Create a Vibrant Society
Demographic changes in our society are putting a heavy burden on care facilities and health-care infrastructure. While the elderly population is steadily increasing, there is an acute shortage of caregiving experts and professionals. This problem is becoming more severe in superaging societies, namely, Japan. Hence, this urges new and practical solutions for welfare facilities … [Read more...] about CARE: Cooperation of AI Robot Enablers to Create a Vibrant Society
Intelligent Blockchain-Enabled Communication and Services: Solutions for Moving Internet of Things Devices
The monumental growth in the frequency and sophistication of connected moving objects has led to a plethora of solutions to enable continuous, seamless, and reliable connectivity and service delivery. Connected, autonomous, and artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled Internet of Things (IoT) moving devices are playing a significant role in the establishment of reliable wireless … [Read more...] about Intelligent Blockchain-Enabled Communication and Services: Solutions for Moving Internet of Things Devices
