In this episode, guest host Andreas Birch and Stewart Miller explore robotics across different sectors, and how they will create better workplaces - beyond just manufacturing and logistics. Stewart is CEO of The National Robotarium in Scotland, and brings experience from a long career in the Defense & Aerospace industry, where he has always been interested in technology.
Stuart's Background and Career (00:00:28)
Stuart's journey from aerospace to robotics, and his interest in innovation and agile approaches.
Overview of the National Robotarium (00:03:46)
The purpose of the National Robotarium in promoting the use and development of robotics and AI.
Importance of Educating on Robotics and AI (00:08:10)
The necessity of understanding robotics and AI for cohabiting with robots in the future society.
Accelerated Growth of Robotics (00:10:18)
The increasing adoption and accelerated growth of robotics in everyday life.
Adoption and Acceptance of Robotics (00:14:36)
The changes in people's views on robotics and the importance of viewing robotics as intelligent tools.
Opportunities and Challenges in the UK (00:18:02)
The low base of the UK in robotics manufacturing and adoption, and the efforts to reverse the trend.
Financial barriers to robotics adoption (00:22:14)
Explains the financial barriers to robotics adoption and the need for a return on investment calculation.
Domestic and consumer robotics (00:23:18)
Discusses the potential growth of domestic and consumer robotics and its impact on the UK.
Benefits of robotics and automation (00:24:10)
Explores the benefits of robotics beyond cost comparison, including increased capacity, reliability, and secondary benefits.
Robotics health check for companies (00:27:05)
Introduces the concept of a robotics health check for companies to assess readiness for robotics adoption.
Global impact of robotics and automation (00:29:05)
Discusses the impact of robotics on local manufacturing and the push for local production to reduce carbon footprint.
Impact of robotics in various industries (00:32:26)
Explores the impact of robotics in agriculture, retail, hospitality, and construction, highlighting the potential for widespread adoption.
Future of jobs with increased automation (00:34:17)
Discusses the potential for human-robot cooperation in various job roles and the role of robotics in enhancing human tasks.
Advice for professionals and entrepreneurs in robotics and AI (00:36:34)
Provides advice for professionals and entrepreneurs looking to make their mark in the fields of robotics and AI.
Rapid fire questions (00:39:13)
Quick-fire questions covering reading preferences, automation desires, and Scotland's best invention.
Future podcast guests and contact information (00:42:10)
Suggests a future podcast guest and provides contact information for the National Robotarium in Edinburgh.
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20 май 2024
