Scientific Institutions Making Strides in Advancing Robot Dexterity
Scientific institutions around the world, such as MIT and Stanford, are actively working on improving the dexterity and tactile perception of robots. The main goal is to create robots capable of manipulating objects with the accuracy and dexterity of human hands [source].
An important study in this area was conducted by the Laboratory of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at MIT (CSail). The researchers tackled the complex task of contact interaction, where robots interact with objects in a complex way. According to the study, the main obstacle for contact planning is the hybrid nature of dynamics [source].
Using the method of training with reinforcement, the researchers have simplified the process of perceiving the feelings of living beings to make it accessible to a primitive robot. These experiments showed the ability to create complex movements in just a few minutes.
In the meantime, the University of Bristol presented “Bi-Touch” – an advanced robotics system with two hands, capable of masterfully performing complex tasks.
On another continent, in Stanford, researchers teach robots using video demonstrations from people. Their technique avoids the expensive adaptation of images, accelerating the learning process. As a result, this approach improved the success indicators of robot training by 58% compared to traditional methods.
These scientific developments jointly create the prerequisites for the production of robots that are capable of fine manipulation of objects along with human capabilities. Such innovations can radically change many industries, from production lines to surgical operations.
In conclusion, it is worth noting that robots working with human dexterity are no longer a fantasy but the reality of the near future.