As companies like Amazon and BMW explore the use of humanoid robots in their operations, safety remains a crucial yet often ignored issue. Figure AI is addressing this gap by establishing a Center for the Advancement of Humanoid Safety. Led by former Amazon Robotics engineer Rob Gruendel, this division aims to develop safety measures to protect human workers from potential hazards posed by robots. Existing technologies and regulations are insufficient, highlighting the need for updated standards in a rapidly evolving robotics industry.
Safety is often overlooked in the rush to bring humanoid robots to the workplace.
Figure AI announced Tuesday it is building a Center for the Advancement of Humanoid Safety.
While valued for its adaptability, multi-purpose functionality, and ability to integrate into existing brownfield warehouses, the humanoid form factor introduces a new set of safety concerns.
Workplace safety organizations like Occupational Safety and Health Administration have a lot of catching up to do in terms of automation safety regulation.
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