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Robot Talk

Robot Talk
Robotics
Soft Robotics
Healthcare
Wearable Devices
Rehabilitation
Manufacturing
Human-Robot Interaction
Bio-Inspiration
Stroke Survivors
Octopus Project
Data Collection
Automation
Skill Development
Humanoid Robots
Precision Agriculture
Robotic Manipulation
Deep Ocean Exploration
Autonomous Underwater Robots
Space Robotics
Plant Hybrid Materials

Join us each week as we explore the exciting world of robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous machines. Each episode, Dr Claire Asher — science communicator and robot enthusiast — chats with roboticists from around the world to find out how their cutting-edge research is influencing the future of every aspect of science, technology, and engineering, from the mundane to the extraordinary.... more

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Claire chatted to Krystal Mattich from Brain Corp about trustworthy autonomous robots in public spaces.

Krystal Mattich leads global data governance, system security, and privacy compliance for Brain Corp: the world's leading autonomy platform for ... more

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Last month, I hosted a panel discussion on home assistant robots at the Festival of Tomorrow in Swindon.

I was joined by Dr Patrick Holthaus, a Reader in Interactive Assistive Technology at the University of Hertfordshire, Dr Nicole Salomons, a Lec... more

Claire chatted to Alan Winfield from the University of the West of England about developing new standards for ethics and transparency in robotics.

Alan Winfield is Professor of Robot Ethics at the University of the West of England (UWE), Visiting P... more

Claire chatted to Maria Guix from the University of Barcelona about combining electronics and biology to create robots that are more than the sum of their parts.

Maria Guix is a chemist and nanotechnology researcher in the University of Barcelona's... more

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Alan Winfield
Professor of robot ethics at the University of the West of England, researching ethics and transparency in cognitive robotics
University of the West of England
Episode: Episode 148: Ethical robot behaviour - Alan Winfield
Maria Guix
Senior researcher at the University of Barcelona
University of Barcelona
Episode: Episode 147: Miniature living robots - Maria Guix
Jamie Palmer
Co-founder and CTO of Icarus Robotics
Icarus Robotics
Episode: Episode 146: Embodied AI on the ISS - Jamie Palmer
Agata Suwala
Technology Manager at the Manufacturing Technology Centre
Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC)
Episode: Episode 145: Robotics and automation in manufacturing - Agata Suwala
Samuele Vinanzi
Senior lecturer in robotics and artificial intelligence at Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University
Episode: Episode 144: Robot trust in humans - Samuele Vinanzi
Elmira Yadollahi
Assistant professor at Lancaster University researching child-robot interaction
Lancaster University
Episode: Episode 143: Robots for children - Elmira Yadollahi
Mark Gray
UK and Ireland manager at Universal Robots
Universal Robots
Episode: Episode 142: Collaborative robot arms - Mark Gray
Razanne Abu-Aisheh
Senior Research Associate at the University of Bristol
University of Bristol
Episode: Episode 141: Our relationship with robot swarms - Razanne Abu-Aisheh
Amir Patel
Associate Professor at University College London
University College London
Episode: Episode 140: Robot balance and agility - Amir Patel

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Claire Asher
Host and science communicator passionate about robotics and technology.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Love me some robots

    Always interesting, and I love the host’s friendly demeanor.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    human-b-gon
    Canada3 years ago
  • Insightful chats

    Great, concise chats from experts in the field!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NR121120
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Robots coming alive!

    Very interesting to hear the experts share their experience and passion about robotics in general and their applications in various fields like medical, space and other’s.

    Very concise and informative for all levels of expertise!

    Amazing work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KostasP13_
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Well worth a listen

    A really great podcast for robot enthusiasts and science fans! You don’t need to be an expert to understand as everything is communicated in an easy to digest way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justiney88
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Refreshing

    A wonderful new podcast on the scene. The interesting guests and engaging discussion topics are most refreshing and I’m impressed with the sound quality given there have only been a couple of episodes.

    Looking forward to hearing more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Donzabigdiggle
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Great to hear straight from experts in the field!
Fascinating podcast about the state of current and future robotics. I would thoroughly recommend it.
Great, concise chats from experts in the field!
Engaging content, clearly presented. Claire's questions are very good, and she frequently encourages her guests to expands upon responses they have given, getting excellent explanations and information from them about their various fields of work and expertise.
A really great podcast for robot enthusiasts and science fans! You don't need to be an expert to understand as everything is communicated in an easy to digest way.
This is a nice review of Uk robots in different fields. Well worth a listen!
Accessible and informative, this podcast provides a great introduction on the current robotics technology in both academic and industry sectors.
Always interesting, and I love the host's friendly demeanor.
Lots of robots, the guests were passionate and made their subject enthralling, and the host was engaging and asked the questions I wanted answering. What's not to like? Looking forward to the next instalment.
A wonderful new podcast on the scene. The interesting guests and engaging discussion topics are most refreshing and I'm impressed with the sound quality given there have only been a couple of episodes. Looking forward to hearing more.
Very interesting to hear the experts share their experience and passion about robotics in general and their applications in various fields like medical, space and other's. Very concise and informative for all levels of expertise! Amazing work!

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#169
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#175
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Episode 144: Robot trust in humans - Samuele Vinanzi
Q: So your particular research interest is trust in human-robot interaction. But when most researchers in this area generally focus on how and why humans trust robots, you're working on the reverse concept, how a robot can decide whether to trust a human.
The researcher explains that artificial trust is about the robot evaluating human trustworthiness based on intentions, reliability, and alignment with task goals, rather than humans evaluating robots. Trust is dynamic and task-specific, not a fixed attribute of a person.
Episode 142: Collaborative robot arms - Mark Gray
Q: What is common knowledge in your field of robotics that surprises outsiders?
Some tasks that seem simple to humans are incredibly hard for machines, like unloading a dishwasher with the right perception and planning, while a backflip or parkour can be relatively straightforward to program for a robot with the right objectives and sensors.
Episode 145: Robotics and automation in manufacturing - Agata Suwala
Q: What do you think are the biggest barriers to the uptake of robotics in the UK or globally?
Agata highlights factors like SMEs needing to take the first step, lack of awareness of available solutions, visibility of where to go for impartial advice, and cultural tendencies to cling to old machines, all affecting adoption and productivity gains.
Episode 145: Robotics and automation in manufacturing - Agata Suwala
Q: Or are they surprised, pleasantly surprised at the new opportunities that might be arising?
She describes a mix of customer-driven demand and process-led innovation, with use cases shaped by member input and industry challenges, emphasizing the need to tailor solutions to specific applications.
Episode 145: Robotics and automation in manufacturing - Agata Suwala
Q: So can you give us some examples of how robotics is being used to transform aerospace manufacturing?
Agata explains that automation is essential to meet the rate demands in aerospace and that systems range from large robots for wing covers to smaller, dexterous robots for handling bolts, nuts, and other tiny components, always considering safety and standards.

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Engaging conversations about robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous machines are at the forefront of this series. Each episode features insightful discussions with experts and researchers in the field, exploring how their innovative work shapes the future of technology and science. Noteworthy topics include bio-inspired robotics, machine learning advancements, and the integration of robotics in various sectors such as healthcare, environmental monitoring, and space exploration. The approachable dialogues make complex subjects accessible, catering to both enthusiasts and newcomers seeking to understand technological advancements.

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2. Maria Guix
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4. Agata Suwala
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6. Elmira Yadollahi
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