From Airport Operations to Pipeline Inspection: How Robots are Changing the Game
As a former board member of the Society of Information Management at the Triangle Research Park in Raleigh, North Carolina (SIM RTP), I had the opportunity to witness firsthand the impressive technological prowess of the youth in the area. One of our primary objectives was to support schools and children with a keen interest in technology, and I remember attending a hearing where kids presented their programs and projects to secure funding.
I was enthralled as these young minds showcased the robots they had built with incredible skill and precision, each vying for the opportunity to join major league competitions and bring home the coveted title to their respective schools. Their level of proficiency and ingenuity was nothing short of awe-inspiring, and it took me back to my own childhood fascination with all things tech-related.
Robots: The Game Changer for Different Industries
Have you ever seen a robot in action and felt like a kid again, amazed at what it can do? Well, you're not alone. Robotics has come a long way, and it's changing the game in different industries.
In North Carolina, for instance, 12,000 students will benefit from $1.6 million in grants for robotics programs. These after-school programs are aimed at developing student interest and proficiency in science and math through competitive robotics. It's incredible to see young minds building robots and competing for titles to bring back to their schools.
But it's not just students who are benefiting from robotics. According to a new report, airports are also in for an increasingly robotic future, with a compound annual growth rate of 16.8 per cent. From baggage handling to security checks, robots are changing the game in airport operations.
Serving Up the Future: Robots Take Over Restaurants Amid Staff Shortages
And that's not all. Take, for example, Boston Dynamics robots. These robots can combine to pull a box truck, showcasing their incredible strength and teamwork capabilities. There are also tracked mobile robots for pipeline inspection, complete with an active adaptation system. In the restaurant industry, where staff shortages are a common issue, robots can help serve food and keep waiters on the floor all the time.
It's clear that robotics is becoming more prevalent and will continue to change the game in various industries. Who knows what the future holds? Maybe we'll see robots delivering packages, teaching classes, or even performing surgery. The possibilities are endless, and it's an exciting time to be alive.