227: Why We Still Don’t Have Robot Butlers with Anshuman Kumar

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Unlock the secrets behind the rapid evolution of robotics with Anshuman Kumar, head of hardware at Matic Robots, as we dissect what makes a robot more than just a machine. Discover how modern marvels, from everyday tools to cutting-edge autonomous vehicles, are reshaping our lives. Anshuman shares the technological breakthroughs that are fueling this transformation, revealing the vital roles that GPUs, AI, and a blend of mechanics, electronics, and algorithms play in creating robots capable of perceiving and interacting with their surroundings like never before.

Anshuman Kumar is the Head of Hardware at Matic Robots, where he pioneered the mechanical design for Matic – the world’s first truly autonomous, private, and perceptive floor cleaning robot. Previously, he was a key engineer at Tesla Motors, resolving critical reliability and scaling challenges for the Model S and Model 3 traction inverters. With a Master’s in Product Design from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Delhi, Anshuman also founded and led the Carnegie Mellon Hyperloop team to be awarded in the SpaceX Hyperloop competition.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

Exploration of the robotics spectrum from simple tools to complex autonomous vehicles.
Technological breakthroughs in AI, GPUs, and algorithms driving robotic advancements.
The role of cameras and computer vision in enhancing home robotics and ensuring privacy.
Matic Robots’ innovative on-device processing to address privacy concerns in consumer robotics.
Cultural and market dynamics explored through a roti-making appliance’s success in the US.
Importance of curiosity and tackling unglamorous problems in the startup and tech industry.

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