Seminar in SMMEE (through Networks): Human-Centred Robotics

Seminar Title : Human-Centred Robotics

Speaker : Dr Marcelo H. ANG Jr
                Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
                National University of Singapore

Abstract:-

Robotics science and technology have evolved from the seminal applications in industrial robotics in manufacturing to today’s varied applications in service, health care, education, entertainment and other industries including construction, mining and agriculture. One common theme in these emerging applications is the human-centered nature, where robotic systems surround humans, aiding and working with us to enrich our lives and enhance the quality of our lives. The boundaries of what defines a robotic system continue to expand and at the same time become fuzzier as robotic systems become part of our everyday lives, perhaps signaling the start of a robotics revolution  that would have more impact that the industrial and IT revolution. This talk first defines a robotic system and reviews the state-of-the-art developments in fundamental capabilities. Different applications will be presented, including those that one may not associate with a robotic system. This talk will then conclude with the challenges in science and technology to further accelerate the robotics revolution.