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Raibert hopper in matlab
Made a quick Raibert-based BLDC-actuated hopper to test some stabilization algorithms before we try them out on the full leg models. [jwplayer mediaid=”153″]
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Developing a multi-modal communication robot
Well, we just had our first attempt to lead an H2020 bid rejected. The comments overall were very positive, the reviewer simply judged us too ambitious, so I’m trying to see it as a learning experience! Certainly we know now … Continue reading
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Interview in WIRED on the rise of AI
How real are the robots in Spielberg’s Extant? (Wired UK) “Wired.co.uk speaks with the experts to see how close we are to the human-level artificial intelligences seen in the sci-fi series, and if we have anything to fear from their … Continue reading
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Why compliance?
Much of the world we interact with is solid and inflexible. We manage to navigate this environment without damage because our own bodies are tractable and ‘bendy’ – rigid bodies in a rigid environment is a recipe for damage. Common … Continue reading
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Interview in the Guardian on Socibot
Our desktop robot, Socibot, is getting a lot more attention now we changed up the head design to make it more human-like. I was interviewed by Oliver Wainwright about the capabilities of the robot, and what it’s like to have … Continue reading
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Interview on FoxNY on RoboThespian
The rapid progress of artificial intelligence Meet the humanoid robot called Robothespian. He is designed to interact with people even through Skype. Created by England-based Engineered Arts, the Robothespian runs on algorithms and codes, or a form of artificial intelligence.
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news and changes
Haven’t updated this in a long while! Long story short, I applied for a job in the UK and after about five months of faffing around with bureaucracy, have finally been granted a work visa. So, what’s up? I’m now … Continue reading
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