As we watch the capabilities of large language models and generative AI grow, it’s fascinating to see how these technologies are making waves in robotics. If you’re curious about where this is headed, the 2025 Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston is the place to be. This event will shine a spotlight on ‘physical intelligence’, a rapidly evolving area in robotics that’s capturing a lot of attention.
Daniela Rus, the Director of MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), will be delivering the keynote. She’ll be diving into the intricacies of physical intelligence, which is all about AI systems that can process text, images, and signals to help robots interact more naturally with their environments. It’s a fascinating field that promises to make robots more intuitive and efficient in their operations.
One of the key challenges in this area is creating energy-efficient AI systems that can reliably power robots and sensors. During her talk on May 1, Rus will discuss the limitations of transformer-based AI models and suggest more efficient alternatives using physics-based approaches. Her insights are backed by a wealth of experience in robotics, AI, and machine learning. She’s a highly respected figure in the field, holding the Andrew (1956) and Erna Viterbi Professorship at MIT, and has been recognized with awards like the Engelberger Award and the IEEE RAS Technical Award. She’s also a fellow of several prestigious organizations, including ACM and IEEE.
The Robotics Summit & Expo is expected to attract over 5,000 attendees interested in commercial robotics applications. With more than 50 educational sessions lined up, covering everything from AI, design, and development to healthcare and logistics, there’s something for everyone. Plus, attendees will have plenty of opportunities to network, explore a Career Fair, and check out the RBR50 Robotics Innovation Awards. The summit will run alongside DeviceTalks Boston, a top event for medical technology professionals. Both events are now open for registration, so don’t miss out.
