Speaker: Dr Wolfgang Merkt, University of Oxford Title: Towards whole-body model predictive control for safe and compliant interaction When: Wednesday 10th March, 1700-1800 Where: Zoom (free but registration required) Abstract: Wolfgang's work focuses on trajectory optimisation and optimal control with applications to legged robots such as quadrupeds and humanoids and mobile loco-manipulation. In this talk,...
Speaker: Dr Claudio Coppola, Queen Mary University of London Title: Learning Human Actions: from Perception to Robot Learning When: Wednesday 24th February, 1700-1800 Where: Zoom (free but registration required) https://universityofleeds.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZElf-yoqzotHtGwFMLgm2MJ3xMxGyBQA11w Abstract: While understanding and replicating human activities is an easy task for other humans, it is still a complicated skill to program into a robot....
Abstract: The nuclear industry has a long history of using remote equipment to support the operation and decommissioning of its facilities. However, as pressures grow to perform operations in nuclear environments more quickly, with fewer risks and at reduced costs, the need for robotic systems and, where possible, autonomous systems increases. This presentation will focus...
Speaker: Ted Varley, CEO & Founder of Covvi Title: How to design Hands When: Wednesday 10th February, 1600-1700 Where: Zoom (free but please register) https://universityofleeds.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtdu6srzMpGdPBzFzqGpoBG9cZuxf-LNd_ Abstract: Discussion about the various challenges when designing prosthetic hands, and how the application of technology can improve user outcomes. Short Bio: Ted Varley founded COVVI in 2017, with a goal...
Speaker: Thendral Govindaraj, Georgia Institute of Technology Title: The role of force-dependent feedback in the regulation of limb impedance and inter-joint coordination When: Wednesday 03/02/2021, 1700-1800 Where: Zoom (free but please register) Abstract: Neural feedback pathways from Golgi tendon organs, which measure active contractile force, are widely distributed in the limb. Force feedback is modulated...
Speaker: Francesco Del Duchetto, University of Lincoln & Saga Robotics Title: In-situ learning from human interactions in public spaces When: Wednesday 27th January, 1700-1800 Where: Zoom (free but registration required) https://universityofleeds.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkce6tqTwuGtLrw3EckaI_KAxVmUnZandw Abstract: In a future where robots will ubiquitously be among us, in public spaces and our homes, we want them to be able to...
Summary: Robotics is a mature technology in orthopaedic joint replacement, but their widespread adoption is still in doubt. This lecture will review the past and present landmark technologies in robotic surgery, and shed light on the successes and limitations of robotic-assisted joint arthroplasty, with a view to identify potential avenues for wider adoption. Bio: Ferdinando...
Speaker: Dr. Fabrizio Schiano (PhD), Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) Abstract: In this talk, I will walk you through my experiences from single- to multi-drone systems. I will start with a short introduction to the work carried out at ETHZ and Disney Research Zurich. Then, I will describe how I managed to...
Speaker: Dr. Maria Kyrarini (PhD), University of Texas Abstract: Assistive robotic manipulators have the potential to support the lives of people suffering from severe motor impairments. They can support individuals with disabilities to independently perform activities of daily living, such as drinking, feeding, manipulation tasks, and opening doors, and to (re)integrate into the working life....
Speaker: Dr. Alexandros Kogkas (PhD), Imperial College London Abstract: Patient safety and quality of care remain the focus of the smart operating room of the future. Some of the most influential factors with a detrimental effect are related to suboptimal communication among the staff, poor flow of information, staff workload and fatigue, ergonomics and sterility...
