Cross-sector Innovation
How can precision farming benefit from the advancements in surgical robotics? What challenges must we overcome to achieve societal acceptance of AI in robotics? And how can we collaborate to address critical issues in both healthcare and agriculture?
Join us at the AI in Robotics event, where pioneers from research and industry will inspire and challenge you to think differently. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore the synergies between healthcare and agricultural robotics in the context of AI implementation. Experience live demonstrations of cutting-edge innovations, be inspired by presentations from leading experts, and engage in roundtable discussions that tackle the challenges and societal impact of AI in robotics. Whether you're looking to learn, collaborate, or innovate, this event is your gateway to the future of AI-driven robotics.
Where and when?
Date: Thursday afternoon November 28th
Location: DesignLab in Enschede
Registration
Secure your spot and register through this link: Register for AI in robotics | Oost NL.
Program
13:00 - Welcome & lunch
13:30 - Plenary opening by Francoise Siepel, Associate Professor at the University of Twente and a keynote by Martin Atzmüller, Professor at the Institute of Computer Science at Osnabrück University and Scientific Director at the DFKI.
14:00 - Breakout sessions round 1
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Cross-sector innovation: learning from healthcare and agriculture robotics
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Societal impact of AI in robotics: opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations
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Human-robot collaboration: enhancing efficiency and safety in complex environments
14:45 - Coffee break & networking
15:30 – Breakout sessions round 2
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Collaborative research in AI and robotics: success stories and future opportunities
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Lessons from successful AI robotics implementations in healthcare and agriculture
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Financing your AI and robotics research & development
16:15 - Plenary closing
16:45 - Drinks & networking
Breakout sessions
Cross-sector innovation: learning from healthcare and agriculture robotics
In this workshop, Jan Benders (HAN), Willem-Jan Lamers (Ambee) and Tim Kreukniet (Trabotyx) will explore the applications of the Robot Operating System (ROS) and how its use can be leveraged across diverse fields. ROS has seen significant development in sectors like automotive for tasks such as vehicle automation on public roads and within logistics. This expertise can be adapted for mobile robotics applications in agriculture and logistics-focused healthcare robots.
Societal impact of AI in robotics: opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations
This workshop examines the societal impact of AI-driven, human-centered robotics, with Nikita Sharma (Valtes & University of Twente) and Bob Schadenberg (University of Twente) focusing on ethical considerations in detecting incidents among elderly individuals at home. The session addresses early detection, privacy, and acceptance among loved ones, highlighting the opportunities and challenges of creating supportive AI technologies. Additionally, it explores the question: should robotics be designed to appear humanized, or is a different approach preferred?
Human-robot collaboration: enhancing efficiency and safety in complex environments
This workshop explores diverse human-robot collaboration scenarios. Lenardo Gijsbertsen (Assistive Innovations) will share how AI enhances usability in eating devices and robotic arms for individuals with limited mobility. Willem-Jan Lammers (Ambee) will discuss AI's role in hospital logistics, addressing challenges like navigating crowded hallways. Finally, Erik Pekkeriet (Wageningen University & Research) will present advances in agricultural robotics, examining how animals, like cows, interact with robots compared to humans.
Collaborative research in AI and robotics: success stories and future opportunities
In this workshop, Job Oostveen (TNO) and Joke Bruining (TNO) will present the DigiAgri project, a collaboration among seven Dutch companies and four research institutions aimed at developing advanced agricultural robots for efficient, sustainable farming. The session will focus on project startup strategies and creating a business plan that benefits all consortium partners. Additionally, a healthcare-related project will be discussed, with more details to be announced next week. Finally, the session will explore the ideal environment to inspire and launch new projects, offering insights into building impactful, cross-disciplinary collaborations.
Lessons from successful AI robotics implementations in healthcare and agriculture
In this workshop, Bernke Papenburg (Rijnstate Robotics) will discuss both successful and challenging robot implementations at Rijnstate Hospital, including research on integrating robotics in healthcare and AI’s role in enhancing these solutions. Guido van Gageldonk (Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij) will then explore why many robotics solutions struggle to succeed in agriculture, focusing on the difficulties of reaching the “last mile” in development. He will highlight how AI can help bridge this gap, paving the way for successful robotics applications.
Financing your AI and robotics research & development
This workshop, led by Anne Bergen (University of Twente) and Steven van Roon (Robotics Centre University of Twente), explores various financing sources for AI and robotics projects, with a focus on creating powerful collaborations. Inspired by today’s spirit of partnership, we’ll identify participants interested in joining consortium projects and discuss strategies for building strong, sustainable partnerships. This workshop is just the beginning, as we will plan follow-up meetings to work towards successful project submissions. Join us to learn about the funding opportunities and build on your robotics consortium!
Who are the speakers?
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Martin Atzmüller, Professor at the Institute of Computer Science at Osnabrück University
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Francoise Siepel, Associate Professor at the University of Twente
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Jan Benders, Program Manager Control Systems at HAN University of Applied Sciences
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Willem-Jan Lamers, Founder & CEO at Venamics
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Tim Kreukniet, CO-Founder and CEO at Trabotyx
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John Beuving, Founder & CTO at Valtes
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Nikita Sharma, Valtes & University of Twente
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Bob Schadenberg, University of Twente
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Lenardo Gijsbertsen, Mechatronic Engineer, Assistive Innovations
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Erik Pekkeriet, Program Manager Vision and Robotics at the Wageningen University
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Job Oostveen, Senior Consultant, TNO
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Joke Bruining, Senior Project Manager, TNO
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Bernke Papenburg, Program Manager Rijnstate Robotics
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Anne Bergen, University of Twente
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Steven van Roon, Robotics Centre University of Twente
Event partners
We organize the event with the following partners: University of Twente, Health Valley, Wageningen University & Research, AI-hub Brainport, AI-hub Noord Nederland, AI-hub East-Netherlands.
The event is supported by the NLAIC, Province of Overijssel, Oost NL and Topsector ICT.
