<description>In this episode, Mike LeBlanc, co-founder of Foundation and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, particularly his early entrepreneurial experiences with Cobalt Robotics and the lessons learned as a second-time founder. 
He discusses the challenges and opportunities in the robotics industry, emphasizing the importance of hardware and the potential of humanoid robots in various applications, including military and space exploration. 
LeBlanc also outlines his ambitious goals for deploying a fleet of 10,000 robots and the significance of effective team building and hiring practices in achieving success.
To learn about Foundation goto: https://foundation.bot/

Please like and share the episode to help us grow.
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In this episode, Mike LeBlanc, co-founder of Foun…

In this episode, Mike LeBlanc, co-founder of Foundation and a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, particularly his early entrepreneurial experiences with Cobalt Robotics and the lessons learned as a second-time founder. 
He discusses the challenges and opportunities in the robotics industry, emphasizing the importance of hardware and the potential of humanoid robots in various applications, including military and space exploration. 
LeBlanc also outlines his ambitious goals for deploying a fleet of 10,000 robots and the significance of effective team building and hiring practices in achieving success.
To learn about Foundation goto: https://foundation.bot/

Please like and share the episode to help us grow.


From Combat to Space: Mike LeBlanc on Humanoid Robotics

<description>In this episode, Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre interview Rebecca Hu-Thrams, CEO and co-founder of Glacier, about the challenges and innovations in recycling technology. Rebecca discusses the complexities of the recycling process, the role of automation in improving efficiency, and Glacier's mission to modernize recycling systems. 
She highlights the importance of partnerships with major companies like Amazon and Colgate Palmolive to enhance recycling outcomes and reduce carbon emissions. 
The conversation also covers Glacier's unique approach to building custom recycling robots and their impact on the circular economy.

To learn more about Glacier Robotics goto: https://endwaste.io/ 

Mike Oitzman catches up with Parallax Worlds  CEO Tanmay Agarwal to learn more about its recent funding round.

Learn more at: https://www.parallaxworlds.com/ </description>

In this episode, Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre i…

In this episode, Mike Oitzman and Gene Demaitre interview Rebecca Hu-Thrams, CEO and co-founder of Glacier, about the challenges and innovations in recycling technology. Rebecca discusses the complexities of the recycling process, the role of automation in improving efficiency, and Glacier's mission to modernize recycling systems. 
She highlights the importance of partnerships with major companies like Amazon and Colgate Palmolive to enhance recycling outcomes and reduce carbon emissions. 
The conversation also covers Glacier's unique approach to building custom recycling robots and their impact on the circular economy.

To learn more about Glacier Robotics goto: https://endwaste.io/ 

Mike Oitzman catches up with Parallax Worlds  CEO Tanmay Agarwal to learn more about its recent funding round.

Learn more at: https://www.parallaxworlds.com/ 

Inside Glacier's Mission to Modernize Recycling

<description>In this episode, Kristian Kassow, co-founder of Universal Robots and managing director of Kassow Robots, discusses the evolution of collaborative robots. He shares insights on the development of seven-axis cobots, the advantages of built-in torque sensors, and the integration of cobots with mobile robots. 
Kristian also highlights the role of partnerships in expanding Kassow Robots' global reach and the future of collaborative robotics in various industries.
Learn more about Kassow Robotics: https://www.kassowrobots.com/ 
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Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman also cover the news of the week. Including Sunday Robotics new Memo humanoid: https://www.sunday.ai/ 
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Keep up to date on the latest robotics news at The Robot Report and Automated Warehouse:
https://www.therobotreport.com/
https://www.automatedwarehouseonline.com</description>

In this episode, Kristian Kassow, co-founder of U…

In this episode, Kristian Kassow, co-founder of Universal Robots and managing director of Kassow Robots, discusses the evolution of collaborative robots. He shares insights on the development of seven-axis cobots, the advantages of built-in torque sensors, and the integration of cobots with mobile robots. 
Kristian also highlights the role of partnerships in expanding Kassow Robots' global reach and the future of collaborative robotics in various industries.
Learn more about Kassow Robotics: https://www.kassowrobots.com/ 
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Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman also cover the news of the week. Including Sunday Robotics new Memo humanoid: https://www.sunday.ai/ 
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Keep up to date on the latest robotics news at The Robot Report and Automated Warehouse:
https://www.therobotreport.com/
https://www.automatedwarehouseonline.com

Kristian Kassow: A Pioneer in the Cobot Industry

<description>In this episode, we sit down with Fareed Aljawhari, the CEO and founder of Micropolis Robotics, to explore the evolution of robotics in Dubai and the Middle East. Aljawhari shares his unique journey from a creative director to a leader in robotics, discussing the pivotal shift from digital twins to autonomous robots. 
The conversation explores Micropolis' modular approach, strategic partnerships, and the critical role of Dubai government support in driving technological advancement. Aljawhari also highlights the company's focus on IoT and edge computing as integral components of their automation strategy.

To learn more about Micropolis Robotics goto: https://www.micropolis.ai/ </description>

In this episode, we sit down with Fareed Aljawhar…

In this episode, we sit down with Fareed Aljawhari, the CEO and founder of Micropolis Robotics, to explore the evolution of robotics in Dubai and the Middle East. Aljawhari shares his unique journey from a creative director to a leader in robotics, discussing the pivotal shift from digital twins to autonomous robots. 
The conversation explores Micropolis' modular approach, strategic partnerships, and the critical role of Dubai government support in driving technological advancement. Aljawhari also highlights the company's focus on IoT and edge computing as integral components of their automation strategy.

To learn more about Micropolis Robotics goto: https://www.micropolis.ai/ 

Micropolis and the Future of Robotics in Dubai

<description>In this episode, Mike Oitzman, Gene Demaitre, and Chris Finger discuss the role of Harmonic Drive in space robotics, exploring the challenges and innovations in designing robots for space applications. They examine the history of Harmonic Drive's involvement in space missions, the trends in space commercialization, and the technical considerations for gearing in space environments.
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SPONSORED BY HARMONIC DRIVE
To learn more about Harmonic Drive products or contact a sales representative in your area, go to www.harmonicdrive.net or call 978-532-1800</description>

In this episode, Mike Oitzman, Gene Demaitre, and…

In this episode, Mike Oitzman, Gene Demaitre, and Chris Finger discuss the role of Harmonic Drive in space robotics, exploring the challenges and innovations in designing robots for space applications. They examine the history of Harmonic Drive's involvement in space missions, the trends in space commercialization, and the technical considerations for gearing in space environments.
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SPONSORED BY HARMONIC DRIVE
To learn more about Harmonic Drive products or contact a sales representative in your area, go to www.harmonicdrive.net or call 978-532-1800

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