The Robot Report Podcast
Join Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman each week for discussions with leading roboticists, innovative robotics companies, and other key members of the robotics community.
Episodes
Why humanoid robot demos still fail the generalization test
Janine Sinanan-Singh, Director of Gen AI Research at Appen, joins Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre to discuss the data, evaluation, and human oversight needed to advance robotics and agentic AI.
They explore how video and egocentric data can support robot training, why latency and generalization remain difficult, and where human judgment still matters.
Janine describes Appen’s evolution from speec
Inside Omron’s Next-Generation LD Mobile Robots
The interview this week explores the European robotics market with OMRON’s Miguel Garces Moreno, covering growth in collaborative robots and AMRs, shifting demand toward sectors such as pharma, and the impact of labor shortages and supply-chain pressures.
Miguel discusses how OMRON aims to stand out through software, navigation, safety, and fleet management—not hardware alone. He previews the L
General Robotics Is Betting on Modular Intelligence, Not One Robot Brain
Sai Vemprala, CTO of General Robotics, talks about why robotics still faces a major gap between research and real-world deployment—and how the company’s Grid platform aims to close it.
Their conversation explores robot-agnostic intelligence, simulation, reusable skills, deployment architecture, enterprise data ownership, and the growing role of agentic AI.
Rather than relying on one universa
The picks-and-shovels strategy behind the robotics boom
Teddy Haggerty is the founder and CEO of Robostore and Robo Inc., where he has helped push robotics into education, enterprise pilots, and early commercial deployments. His perspective is shaped by years of building in drones, crypto infrastructure, manufacturing, and import-export before turning his focus to robots.
The robot boom is real, but the winners may not be the ones building the flashi
One brick at a time: How Monumental uses robotics to build walls
On the show this week, Salar al Khafaji, CEO and founder of Monumental explains how they are building walls with a custom trio of robots that automate the process of placing mortar and bricks.
The company is innovating the construction market, selling “walls as a service”. In the interview, al Khafaji outlines the business model, and describes the solution design that uses custom mobile robots
How FPGAs become the gatekeepers of Physical AI Security
Our guest this week is Eric Sivertson, VP of Security Business at Lattice.
This episode explores why physical AI and humanoids change the security conversation from traditional IT risk to real-world safety risk.
Sivertson explains how FPGAs can act as deterministic guardrails for robotic and cyber-physical systems.
We discuss why safe is not enough if a robot is also connected, how zero tru
From Teach-and-Repeat to SelfPath AI: The next robotics leap
On the show today our guest is John Black, CTO of Brain Corp. John shares how Brain Corp has evolved from proving autonomous navigation in public spaces to operating at fleet scale across cleaning, scanning, retail analytics, and new manipulation use cases.
He explains why the real challenge is not just making robots smarter, but building the guardrails, infrastructure, and platform reuse needed
How software-defined manufacturing fits into real factory operation
Roby Lynn, founder and CEO of R2 Labs, shares how his team is bringing software-defined automation to industrial manufacturing.
He explains how the R2 Autonomy Controller connects PLCs, robots, vision systems, MES/ERP software, and other factory assets into one configurable platform.
The conversation explores the growing gap between legacy OT systems and modern IT tools, and how R2 Labs is he
How Protolabs turns CAD files into parts in under 24 hours
Design for manufacturing is changing faster than most robotics teams can keep up - and if you are building physical products, this conversation could save you months of rework. Marc Kermisch shares how Protolabs is using AI, simulation, and deep manufacturing expertise to turn CAD files into real parts in as little as 24 hours, while helping engineers avoid the design mistakes that quietly kill sp
Building robots that survive the warehouse
This episode explores how Nomagic is applying AI and robotics to warehouse operations, with a focus on each picking, recovery workflows, and production-grade deployment.
Josh Cloer, General Manager for North America, explains why the company leans into “physical AI,” how its systems are designed for always on operations, and why real-world production data matters more than simulation alone.
Mike
FCC robot ruling shines a spotlight on U.S. policy; how next-gen AI can help warehousing
Our guest this week is Derik Pridmore, CEO and co-founder of OSARO.
OSARO develops intelligent AI robotics for real-world warehouse automation, delivering scalable fulfillment solutions that optimize throughput, uptime, and overall performance.
In this conversation, Pridmore breaks down how warehouse robotics has evolved from limited perception systems to adaptable AI-driven automation. He shares
Unlocking the Power of Time Series Databases for Industrial and Robotic Systems
In this episode, Doug Pagnutti, Developer Advocate at Tiger Data, discusses how time series databases like TimescaleDB are transforming industrial automation, robotics, and AI applications. He shares insights on integrating these databases with various sensors, managing data at scale, and optimizing performance both on the cloud and on the edge.
Key Topics:
- The role of time series data in roboti
Transforming Solar Construction Through Robotics with Deise Yumi Asami
On the show this week, Deise Yumi Asami shares how her AI-enabled robotics startup, Maximo, is transforming solar panel installation and making solar panel installation faster, safer, and more efficient. In this conversation, you’ll hear how robotics, AI vision, and smart field deployment are helping reshape the future of renewable energy infrastructure.
Deise also shares the experience of startin
How Path Robotics uses AI to optimize robotic welding
Andy Lonsberry is redefining what welding robots can do, and in this conversation, he reveals how AI is pushing manufacturing beyond the limits of traditional automation.
In this episode, Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre sit down with Andy Lonsberry, CEO of Path Robotics, to explore how his team is using AI, reinforcement learning, and real-time visual feedback to make welding robots smarter, more a
Automate 2026 Show Recap
In Episode 251 of The Robot Report Podcast, hosts Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman are joined by special guest Sarah Wynn, Senior Editor for Packaging OEM, to recap their firsthand experiences on the show floor at Automate in Chicago. The conversation traces the industry's shift away from early-stage humanoid hype toward the practical, real-world deployment of Physical AI and edge computing. It then t
Insights Behind Kinisi’s Acquisition by Bear Robotics
Summary
In this episode, we explore the strategic acquisition of Kinisi by Bear Robotics, with Kinisi founder and CEO Bren Pierce. During the conversation, we talk about how this acquisition signals a new era of integration, innovation, and scaling in humanoid robotics and automation.
Bren discussed Kinisi’s acquisition by Bear Robotics as a natural fit, since Kinisi began inside Bear’s robotics
Deep Dive into Arm’s Physical AI and Robotics Strategies with Drew Henry
Explore the cutting-edge developments in Arm’s physical AI space as Drew Henry, EVP of Arm’s physical AI business unit, shares insights on technology innovation, market trends, and the future of robotics and autonomous systems.
This episode provides a comprehensive look at how Arm is shaping the future of intelligent robotics, balancing innovative chip design, system architecture, and simulation t
AI in Warehousing: Akash Gupta's vision for the future
In this episode, our guest is Akash Gupta, CEO and co-founder of GreyOrange, a company known for its innovative approach in the warehousing robotics market.
Akash discusses the strategic pivot from hardware to software, emphasizing the importance of focusing on fulfillment outcomes rather than just robotic uptime.
He explains how GreyOrange has evolved its Grey Matter software to support various
Why deterministic real-time systems are more critical than ever in robotics
Winston Leung explains that QNX is enhancing safety for physical AI-based robots through its innovative microkernel architecture, which is designed for safety-critical applications. QNX architecture provides a reliable and deterministic platform, crucial for real-time control and decision-making in robotics. By partnering with industry leaders such as NVIDIA and Intel, QNX ensures its operating sy
2026 Robotics Summit Recap
Summary
In this episode, the Robot Report editorial team reunites to recap the major highlights, central themes, and networking events from the recent Robotics Summit and Expo in Boston. Steve Crowe breaks down key presentations, including Brian Gerkey's insights on Open Robotics AI integration as well as the Open Source Robotics Alliance (OSRA). The team also recaps Mikell Taylor's practical fram
Exploring PLC and Robot Integration with YRG Robotics Chris Elston
Discover the latest trends in programmable logic controllers (PLCs), robotics, and their integration strategies directly from Yamaha's Chief Robotics Manager, Chris Elston.
This episode offers insights into automation trends, AI's role in PLC development, and practical advice for engineers.
Chris shares insights into his journey from aspiring electrician to a leader in robotics and PLC integratio
Why the World’s Most Successful Robotics Founders Are Systems Thinkers
Ajay Agarwal, a partner at Bain Capital Ventures, discussed his journey and insights as a venture capitalist, particularly in the robotics and AI sectors.
He highlights his early investment in Kiva Systems, emphasizing the importance of systems thinking and integrated solutions in successful startups.
Ajay shares his investment philosophy, focusing on founders with a deep understanding of market
Why Traditional Robotics Data Collection Is Obsolete and What Replaces It
Summary
In this episode, we sit down with Eric Chan, the chief scientist and co-founder of Rhoda AI, to discuss their groundbreaking work in robotics.
Rhoda AI is pioneering the use of a Direct Video Action model, which leverages internet video data to train intelligent robots.
This innovative approach allows for efficient data use and the ability to tackle complex tasks with minimal training.
Inside Colin Angle’s bid to build companion robots with Familiar Machines & Magic
In this episode, Colin Angle, founder of iRobot, introduces us to his latest venture: Familiar Machines and Magic.
Angle has assembled a world-class team of engineers and advisors on a mission to produce an empathetic, four-legged robotic companion.
The company recently emerged from stealth, and Angle reveals his plans for the first product in their multi-year roadmap.
The plan is to ship the fi
The Art of Crossing the Chasm: When Is a Startup Ready for Enterprise Adoption?
In this episode, Neal Hansch, CEO of Silicon Foundry, shares his expertise on how startups can navigate enterprise engagement, the evolving landscape of physical AI and robotics, and the impact of macroeconomic shifts on innovation strategy.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, corporate innovation leader, or investor, Neal offers valuable perspectives on fostering meaningful collaboration between eme
From Sci-Fi to Reality: Physical AI's Future with Dr. Jan Liphardt
Join us as we dive into an insightful conversation with Dr. Jan Liphardt, Stanford bioengineering professor, founder of Open Mind and OM1, and a leading voice on the intersection of robotics, AI, and human-centric design. Discover how modular AI architectures, transparency, and real-world applications are shaping the next era of physical AI.
In this episode, Dr. Jan Liphardt discusses the transfo
MODEX 2026 Recap
Editors Gene Demaitre from The Robot Report and Sarah Wynn from Packaging OEM spent the week walking the aisles of MODEX 2026.
In this episode, we learn about all of the interesting new products and automation solutions for packaging and warehouse logistics that they discovered this week at the show in Atlanta.
MODEX Show Highlights
- The Rise of Multi-Agent Orchestration: Discussion on the shift
Transforming Asset Management with Physical AI
Our guest this week is Christian Pedersen, Chief Product Officer at IFS
In this conversation, Christian Pedersen, Chief Innovation Officer at IFS, discusses the company's focus on asset management and its evolution in the tech space. He highlights IFS's legacy in building asset maintenance software and its current leadership in enterprise asset management.
Pedersen emphasizes the integration of A
The future of RealSense 3D vision with Chris Matthieu
Our guest this week is Chris Matthieu, VP of Developer Ecosystem for RealSense. The conversation with Matthieu primarily focuses on the future of RealSense products, the current state of the robotics market, and how Real Sense works with end users to iterate and evolve its product roadmap. Matthieu is also speaking at the 2026 Robotics Summit and Expo.
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Arthur Erickson on how Hylio drones are revolutionizing agriculture
Our guest this week is Arthur Erickson, CEO of Hylio, as he discusses the evolution and strategic direction of Hylio, an American drone company.
Erickson shares the company's journey from its inception at UT Austin, where it initially aimed to create a general-purpose industrial drone, to its current focus on agricultural applications.
Hylio has carved a niche in the agricultural drone market, c
Building Tomorrow: How Bedrock Robotics is Changing the Construction Industry
Our guest this week is Boris Sofman, co-founder and CEO of Bedrock Robotics, who covers a wide range of topics related to the automation of heavy machinery.
Boris discussed Bedrock's mission to develop autonomy technologies for construction equipment like excavators and bulldozers, aiming to make them fully operatorless.
He shared insights from his experience at Waymo, highlighting parallels bet
Ed Mehr on Transforming Manufacturing at Machina Labs
Join us as Ed Mehr, Co-founder of Machine Labs, explains how he’s building the "software-defined factory." We dive into how robotic-powered automation and strategic partnerships are enabling manufacturers to switch product lines instantly and future-proof hardware production.
Discover how Machine Labs is transforming manufacturing with flexible, robotic-powered factories that can switch products
Plug-and-Play AI: Transforming Robotics with Modular Skills
On the show this week, our guest is Dinesh Narayanan, Head of Commercialization, General Robotics.
Dinesh shares insights into the founding of General Robotics, highlighting the transition from Microsoft and the development of their proprietary platform, Grid.
This platform aims to streamline the deployment and scaling of robotics solutions by integrating simulation, AI models, and deployment pip
AI's Role in the Future of Robotics: Insights from 3Laws
On the show this week, our guests are Andrew Singletary, CEO, and Amir Sharif, COO of 3Laws. They discuss the evolution of the 3Laws technology from academic research to practical applications, the challenges of startup leadership, and the importance of integrating safety into the design process.
The conversation highlights the innovative approaches 3Laws is taking to democratize autonomy and ens
Ghost Robotics: Innovating for Safety
On the show this week, Gavin Kenneally, CEO and co-founder of Ghost Robotics, discusses the journey of the company from its inception to becoming a leader in legged robotics.
He highlights the unique challenges and advantages of legged robots compared to wheeled counterparts, emphasizing their ability to navigate difficult terrains.
The discussion also covers the importance of customer feedback
Manifest 2026 Recap
Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre recap their recent trip to attend the Manifest tradeshow in Las Vegas.
The show features vignettes from the show floor with executives from many of the industries most innovative warehouse and supply chain robotics companies.
Show timeline
8:12 - Zoox autonomous taxi trip recap
6:20 - News of the week
14:33 - Manifest Recap with Gene Demaitre and Mike Oitzman
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Robot development from Actuators to AI
Our guests this week are Mario Mauerer, from Maxon and David Koelle, Charles River Analytics.
In this interview from the Humanoid Summit in Silicon Valley, Mike Oitzman speaks with Maxon’s Mario Muerer about how humanoids and mobile manipulation are shaping the company’s actuator strategy, from scalable product design and simulation to safety, commercialization timelines, and the real-world practi
Road to Rail: Slashing Costs and Carbon with Automation
Our guest this week is Kevin Damoa, founder and CEO of Glīd Technologies.
Damoa discusses Glīd, the world's first autonomous road-to-rail solution, which addresses the problem of ensuring accessibility to both road and rail corridors.
Glīd autonomous vehicles pick up fully loaded semi-trailers from the port or road, and then transfer directly to rail.
The conversation with Damoa highlights the
Thomas Pilz on Innovation and Safety in Robotics
On the show this week, our guest is Thomas Pilz, Managing Partner of Pilz GmbH & Co. KG, who dives into the company's evolution from a glass-blowing business to a leader in robotic safety.
Thomas emphasizes the importance of adaptability and innovation, highlighting the company's commitment to safety as a core value.
He discusses the challenges and opportunities in aligning safety with productiv
Spencer Krause: Why Hardware is the New Engineering Frontier
Our guest on the show this week is Spencer Krause, CEO and co-founder of SKA Robotics. A longtime friend of the show, Krause shares insights into the development process for new robotics solutions, and a deep dive into ruggedized field robotics. From automating giant mining trucks to launching “software-defined” actuators, Spencer discusses the “mercenary” engineering mindset, including “war stori
CES 2026 robotics recap; 2026 predictions
This week cohosts Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman recap the robots of CES 2026, and review the news of the week.
Guest appearances by Chris Matthieu, VP, Developer Ecosystem at RealSense and Ahti Heinla , co-founder, CEO, Starship to talk about their predictions for 2026.
Robotics in Review: Editors look back at 2025
Join host Steve Crowe and The Robot Report editorial team (Gene Demaitre, Mike Oitzman, and Brianna Wessling) for the annual end-of-year wrap-up. The team breaks down the most significant stories, trends, and market shifts that defined the robotics industry in 2025 and looks ahead to 2026.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Business Shake-ups: An analysis of iRobot entering Chapter 11 bankruptcy and ABB s
From Combat to Space: Mike LeBlanc on Humanoid Robotics
In this episode, Mike LeBlanc, co-founder of Foundation and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, particularly his early entrepreneurial experiences with Cobalt Robotics and the lessons learned as a second-time founder.
He discusses the challenges and opportunities in the robotics industry, emphasizing the importance of hardware and the potential of
Inside Glacier's Mission to Modernize Recycling
In this episode, Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre interview Rebecca Hu-Thrams, CEO and co-founder of Glacier, about the challenges and innovations in recycling technology. Rebecca discusses the complexities of the recycling process, the role of automation in improving efficiency, and Glacier's mission to modernize recycling systems.
She highlights the importance of partnerships with major companies
Kristian Kassow: A Pioneer in the Cobot Industry
In this episode, Kristian Kassow, co-founder of Universal Robots and managing director of Kassow Robots, discusses the evolution of collaborative robots. He shares insights on the development of seven-axis cobots, the advantages of built-in torque sensors, and the integration of cobots with mobile robots.
Kristian also highlights the role of partnerships in expanding Kassow Robots' global reach a
Micropolis and the Future of Robotics in Dubai
In this episode, we sit down with Fareed Aljawhari, the CEO and founder of Micropolis Robotics, to explore the evolution of robotics in Dubai and the Middle East. Aljawhari shares his unique journey from a creative director to a leader in robotics, discussing the pivotal shift from digital twins to autonomous robots.
The conversation explores Micropolis' modular approach, strategic partnerships,
Designing Space Robots
In this episode, Mike Oitzman, Gene Demaitre, and Chris Finger discuss the role of Harmonic Drive in space robotics, exploring the challenges and innovations in designing robots for space applications. They examine the history of Harmonic Drive's involvement in space missions, the trends in space commercialization, and the technical considerations for gearing in space environments.
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The Power of STEM: Shaping the Next Generation
Join us as we explore the critical role of STEM education in reshoring manufacturing and empowering the next generation of engineers. Featuring insights from Dhaval Jadav, CEO of Alliant Group, and Dr. Robert Ambrose, Professor at Texas A&M, and Director of Robotics at Alliant Group, this episode digs into the challenges and opportunities in fostering a diverse and skilled workforce, and how robot
How ODW Logistics is Innovating with Automation
This week on the show, we welcome Brian Chereson, an industrial engineer from ODW Logistics, and Cody Upp, head of commercial for Zebra Robotics Automation. Together, they dive into the transformative role of robotics and automation in logistics. The conversation explores the deployment of Zebra's Symmetry Fulfillment Person to Goods AMR system at ODW Logistics, highlighting the strategic benefits
FIRA 2025 Ag robotics recap
Summary
This week, Mike Oitzman recaps the FIRA 2025 Ag Robotics event in Woodland, CA, highlighting the latest innovations in new automation solutions for agriculture. Featured guest this week is Danny Bernstein, founder of The Reservoir, an agtech incubator located in Salinas, CA. Danny takes us through the creation of The Reservoir and the vision for the organization to support new Ag automatio
RoboBusiness 2025 Recap
Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman recap the 2025 RoboBusiness event which took place last week in Santa Clara CA. The show features interviews with ten startups who were present at the show and many of whom participated in the 2025 Pitchfire event.
Here’s the list of interviews on the show (in order of appearance:
Apporv Shaudri from Roworks AI
Chongdu Xu from Forge AI (4rfg.ai)
David Ruth from Motog
Edge Computing and AI: A Conversation with Ben Wolff
In this episode, we sit down with Ben Wolff, CEO of Palladyne AI, to discuss the company's innovative strides in the AI and robotics industry. We dive into their focus on simplifying robot programming through an enhanced user interface, the development of autonomous swarming technology for drones, and their commitment to creating hardware-agnostic AI solutions.
Ben shares insights into the advant
Adrian Stoch: Driving Hai Robotics' U.S. expansion
On the show this week: Adrian Stoch, CEO Hai Robotics, USA
In the conversation with Stoch, he discusses his transition from GXO Logistics to a leadership role at HAI Robotics, driven by the company's customer-centric approach and innovative culture led by founder Richie Chen.
Adrian highlights the importance of aligning automation solutions with customer needs, emphasizing the shift towards large
Robots, mergers and acquisitions with Peter Finn
In this episode, we reconnect with Peter Finn, Managing Director at BGL, to explore the evolving landscape of industrial technology, robotics, and AI. Peter shares insights on market trends post-COVID, the challenges and opportunities in the robotics sector, and the critical role of AI in shaping the future.
We delve into the dynamics of mergers and acquisitions, the potential of humanoid robotic
Performance-Guided Surgery: Robots in the operating room
On the show this week: Dustin Vaughan, VP of R&D for Robotics at Ascensus, discusses the strategic direction and priorities of his team, focusing on the development of the Luna platform.
Vaughan highlights the importance of performance-guided surgery and the integration of augmented intelligence to enhance clinical support systems. Vaughan also addresses the challenges of navigating regulatory la
From Teleoperation to Autonomy: Inside Boston Dynamics' Atlas Training
On the show today, Scott Kuindersma, VP of Robotics Research at Boston Dynamics, discusses the development and testing of large behavior models (LBMs) for Atlas, a humanoid robot. The Boston Dynamics team collected 20 hours of teleoperation data to train LBMs, which generalize manipulation tasks.
They demonstrated this with Atlas performing bi-manual manipulation tasks, such as picking and placin
Robots and Regulations: Transforming the Cannabis Industry
Our guest this week is Nohtal Partansky, CEO and founder of Sorting Robotics. Partansky shares his journey from working at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory to pioneering automation in the cannabis industry. Partansky discusses his innovative work on the Moxie project, which produces oxygen on Mars, and how this experience influenced his approach to robotics for cannabis manufacturing.
He highligh
Inside Singapore's Physical AI Revolution
The focus this week is on the burgeoning field of physical AI and robotics in Singapore, highlighting the country's strategic initiatives, the role of robotics in various sectors, and the collaborative efforts between government, industry, and academia to foster innovation. The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) is leading the growth of the local robotics industry, liaising with local gove
The startup journey, from prototype to production
On the show this week, we catch up with Bren Pierce, CEO and founder of Kinisi robotics. Bren is a veteran of the mobile robotics market, having delivered 25,000 robots at his previous startup: Bear Robotics.
In this episode, we delve into the world of humanoid robotics, uncovering invaluable lessons from Bren’s past ventures. Join us as we explore the challenges faced by a pioneers in the mobil
Beyond Manufacturing: AI-Powered Robotics and the Long Tail of Commercial Innovation
On the show this week, we highlight a session from Robotics Summit 2025 titled “Beyond Manufacturing: AI-Powered Robotics and the Long Tail of Commercial Innovation,” featuring Dave Coleman, Chief Product Officer and Founder from Picknik Robotics.
Co-hosts Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre discuss news of the week, including the recent World Humanoid Olympics in China, market data from IFR and A3, an
The State of Humanoids: Where is the market headed?
In this episode we replay a session from Robotics Summit 2025 on “The State of Humanoids“: The panelists include:
Pras Velagapudi - CTO, Agility Robotics
Aaron Prather - Director of Robotics, ASTM International
Al Makke, Director of Engineering - Schaeffler
Hosts Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman discuss various topics in the robotics industry, including leadership changes at Agility Robotics and Bos
The Robot Revolution: Top 10 robots of all time
Our guests this week are Aaron Prather, Director of the Robotics & Autonomous Systems Program at ASTM International, and later in the show, Rajat Bhageria, CEO and founder of Chef Robotics, in a conversation with Gene Demaitre at The Robotics Summit.
Join us on a fascinating journey through time as we explore the evolution and significance of iconic robots in the history of the robotics industry.
Exploring the future of humanoid robotics with Novanta
In this episode, we dive into the innovative world of Novanta Robotics and Automation with Nick Damiano, Senior Business Development Manager. Discover how Novanta is pioneering safety in robotics, focusing on component-level safety ratings and advanced joint-level control.
Nick shares insights into the challenges and breakthroughs in creating safe, humanoid robots, emphasizing the importance of i
Reaching New Heights: The Giraffe Robot's impact on warehouse efficiency
Our guests this week are Charlie Kemp, CTO and cofounder of Hello Robot and Jan Zizka, CEO and cofounder of Brightpick.
Join us as we explore the groundbreaking introduction of the Giraffe robot by Brightpick. In this episode, Jan Zizka shares the journey of creating a two-stage telescopic robot designed to revolutionize warehouse operations. Discover the innovative solutions that address logisti
Trends in Supply Chain Robotics with John Santagate
Our guests on this episode are John Santagate, Sr Vice President, from Infios, Elliot Helms from Novanta and Aleksandr Malashchenko from Revimo.
In the featured conversation, John Santagate, Senior Vice President of Global Robotics at Infios, discusses his journey in the supply chain robotics industry, the recent rebranding of Infios, and the impact of automation and AI on warehousing. He shares
Farmer-First Future: Agtonomy's Approach to Smart Agriculture
Our guests on this episode are Tim Bucher, CEO of Agtonomy, and Sean Walters, General Manager, Captron.
In this conversation, Tim Bucher, CEO of Agtonomy, discusses the intersection of agriculture and technology, emphasizing the importance of understanding farming to create effective tech solutions. He shares insights on Agtonomy's mission to automate high-value crop farming, the significance of
The Road Ahead for Robotics: Insights from Motional's Major and Foundation's Pathak
Our guests on this episode are Laura Major, CEO of Motional, and Sankaet Pathek, founder and CEO of Foundation.
Cohost Mike Oitzman interviews Laura Major, CEO of Motional, about its advancements in autonomous vehicle (AV) technology. Major discusses Motional's focus on AI and machine learning, emphasizing the shift from technical to business leadership.
They have conducted pilot activities in L
Celebrating 200 Episodes; Evolution of robotics in space exploration
Welcome to our 200th episode! Our guest in this episode is Dr Robert Ambrose, Texas A&M professor and Chairman of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence at Alliant. In this conversation, Dr. Rob Ambrose discusses his extensive experience in robotics and artificial intelligence, particularly during his time at NASA. He highlights the evolution of robotics in space exploration, the transition to comm
How Robotics is Changing the Apparel Industry
Our guest in this episode is Cam Myers, founder and CEO of CreateMe. He discusses the innovative application of robotics and adhesive technology in garment production. He shares insights on the challenges faced in automating clothing manufacturing, the benefits of using adhesives over traditional sewing methods, and the potential for reshoring production in response to changing tariffs. The discus
Building a U.S.-based supply chain
In this conversation, Robert Kufner, CEO and President of SDP/SI, discusses the evolution of the company in response to the changing demands of the tech industry, particularly in automation and robotics.
He highlights the importance of customer feedback and investment in advanced manufacturing technologies.
The discussion also covers the impact of the changing tariff landscape on SDP/SI and its
Persona AI developing industrial humanoid
Our guest in this episode is Nicolas Radford, CEO and co-founder of Persona AI. Persona is commercializing a multi-purpose humanoid to personify AI, enabling the next wave in robotics. No longer are robots confined to the factory floor performing pick and place, welding, or painting, but they are now capable of tasks traditionally reserved only for human-level coordination and mobility.
We hear ab
ICRA Recap; OSRF on ROS 1 Sunset
Our guest in this episode is Geoffrey Biggs, CTO of the Open Source Robotics Foundation. He updates us on the recent ROS 2 Kilted Kaiju release, the pending ROS 1 sunset and the future of OSRF.
Co-host Steve Crowe returns from Georgia with an update on the 2025 ICRA event. He discusses the event and all of the various robot demos at the event. ICRA is primarily a research-focused robotics event, a
Automate 2025 Recap
This week, co-hosts Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre recap the 2025 Automate show in Detroit, MI.
In additional to their personal experiences and take-aways from the event, we also feature show floor interviews with:
- Ujjwal Kumar, Group President Teradyne Robotics
- Marc Segura, President of ABB Robotics
- Carole Franklin, Director of Standards Development, Robotics, at Association for Advancing
Safety and Efficiency in Robotics Design
Our guest in this episode is Giovanni Campanella, the Industrial Automation and Robotics General Manager at Texas Instruments (TI).
In this conversation, co-host Mike Oitzman speaks with Campanella about TI's extensive portfolio in industrial automation and robotics, highlighting key product lines and the company's collaboration with various robotics companies. Giovanni shares insights into the ch
Live from the 2025 Robotics Summit
This episode comes to you live from the expo floor of the 2025 Robotics Summit and Expo in Boston.
Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman recap the event and Mike talks to several friends of the show from the show floor.
We catch up with Aaaron Prather, from ASTM. Then Mike talked to Amos Miller from Glidance before his session on personal robotics. Finally, we learn about the upcoming production release fr
The Future of Safety in Robotics with Ouster
Our guest this week is Angus Pacala, CEO and Co-founder of Ouster Lidar.
In this conversation, Pacala, discusses the advancements in lidar technology, particularly the introduction of their new 3D zone monitoring feature. He explains the benefits of 3D lidar over traditional 2D systems, emphasizing safety and flexibility in industrial applications. The discussion also covers the evolution of Ouste
Vibration Control in Manufacturing & Robotics
Featured interview this week: Rob Marshick, Enidine National Sales Manager
The team also covers the news from the week, including the ABB Robotics spinout announcement; the Hugging Face/Pollen Robotics acquisition; and various autonomous trucking and mobile robotics product announcements.
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Building a Universal Robotics Platform with BOW
Our guests this week are Nick Thompson, CEO and co-founder of BOW, and Daniel Camilleri, CTO and founder of BOW.
BOW is a robotics platform that aims to simplify the development of robotic applications. They discuss the challenges in the robotics industry, the features of the BOW SDK, and the company's business model. The conversation also touches on partnerships, the integration with ROS, and th
RBR50 recap: Spotlight on robotics innovation
On the show this week, the entire editorial staff of The Robot Report discusses the 2025 winners of the RBR50 innovation awards.
The editors talk about some of the standout solutions in this cohort of RBR50 winners, including Robot of the year: Waymo; Application of the year: TEPCO; Startup of the year: Mytra; Robots for good: Hello Robot.
See the complete list on The Robot Report website: https
Ali Kashani on the Future of Last-Mile Logistics
Our guest this week is Ali Kashani, co-founder and CEO of Serve Robotics, who discusses the company's impressive growth, including a 700% revenue increase, and plans to scale their fleet of delivery robots significantly. He shares insights on partnerships, particularly with Magna for manufacturing and Uber for delivery services, and the challenges of expanding into new markets like Miami. The disc
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