
Will LLMs permanently change robotics or will the impact be minimal?
We delved into an article examining the current state of robotics and its integration with learning-based components: "The Convergence of Classical and Learning-Based Robotics". The article captured our interest because the surge in integrating LLMs, VLMs, foundation models, and Nerfs into robotics promises remarkable progress in areas like natural language understanding, high-level planning, and improved perception modules. Yet, challenges persist, especially in the "lower-level" aspects of robotics, emphasizing the need for robust solutions in novel scenarios.

The Sound of One Robot Arm Clapping - Dexter HDI: The Future of Robotics or Just Another Arm?
We explored a video on "Dexter HDI by Haddington Dynamics", highlighting its revolutionary approach in the robotics world. Dexter HDI combines precision and affordability, boasts a unique optical encoder system, and emphasizes user-friendliness with features like -Follow Mode.

Drones, drones everywhere - Zipline’s New Delivery Drone - Is 10 minute delivery worth the cost?
Drone delivery has long been the Holy Grail of delivery. Here, we discuss if drone delivery is a good idea and if so, what are the hidden costs?

Tech + Agriculture: Can Vertical Farms Feed the Future?
The vertical farming industry, which aims to grow produce indoors, struggles to turn a profit. Can vertical farms feed the future?

Trillions of experiments per year…
BacterAI, an AI system developed at U of Michigan, can conduct 10,000 science experiments per day, potentially accelerating scientific discovery.

4.8 million for a software-only robotics startup?
This week we chose an article from one of our favorite sources of robotics news: the Robot Report. The article: Roboto AI raises $4.8M to build data tools for robotics developers got our attention for a few reasons. Firstly, that’s a large sum to raise for a seed round. Second, their core offer might represent new trends in the robotics industry. Finally, the product has the potential, in conjunction with other related technologies, to increase the pace of robotics entrepreneurship.