Unveiling the versatility and practicality of Spot, Boston Dynamics' quadruped robot, goes beyond its exceptional mobility. At the Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston on May 10-11, Marco Da Silva, senior director of R&D at Boston Dynamics, will delve into Spot's evolution and its pivotal role in real-world applications, particularly in remote and autonomous sensing.

Spot's journey towards real-world usefulness involves significant advancements, including:

• Encapsulating Spot's mobility within an extensible API
• Establishing autonomous capabilities
• Simplifying sensor integration to facilitate value-producing solutions

The recent updates to Spot focus on enhancing its data collection capabilities, vital for its various inspection tasks across industries such as construction, oil and gas, and energy. With built-in data processing, improved data collection pipelines, and enhanced operator experience, Spot continues to evolve to meet the demands of its diverse applications.

Marco Da Silva's efforts are centered on leveraging Spot for autonomous inspection of industrial facilities and remote exploration in hazardous environments. With a background in developing advanced robots, including the world-renowned biped robot Atlas, Da Silva brings invaluable expertise to Spot's development journey.

The Robotics Summit & Expo will feature a rich agenda, including a conversation with Marc Raibert, executive director of the AI Institute and founder of Boston Dynamics. Raibert will address the robotics industry's opportunities and challenges, shedding light on the groundbreaking work of the AI Institute in pushing technological boundaries.

The Robotics Summit & Expo stands as a pinnacle event for commercial robotics developers, boasting nearly 70 industry-leading speakers, 150-plus exhibitors, networking opportunities, and a career fair. Register now to secure your spot at this transformative event and explore the forefront of robotics innovation.