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Robot Talk Episode 113 – Soft robotic hands, with Kaspar Althoefer
Claire chatted to Kaspar Althoefer from Queen Mary University of London about soft robotic manipulators for healthcare and manufacturing.
Kaspar Althoefer is Director of the Centre for Advanced Robotics at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). His research focuses on soft robotics, tactile perception, intelligent manipulation, and machine learning techniques for sensor signal interpretation. His research advancements have significant applications in robot-assisted minimally invasive surgery, rehabilitation, assistive technologies, and human-robot interactions within a range of scenarios, including manufacturing. Before joining QMUL, he was a Professor at King’s College London, where he also earned his PhD.
Robot Talk
is a weekly podcast that explores the exciting world of robotics, artificial intelligence and autonomous machines.
Robot Talk
is a weekly podcast that explores the exciting world of robotics, artificial intelligence and autonomous machines.
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