Innovation Week - Industrial Robotics Day at Bordeaux Campus

On Tuesday 3 December, we were invited to take part in a seminar entitled ‘Robotics and industrial processes: intersecting perspectives’, an event rich in exchanges and learning about the latest advances in robotics and their application to industrial processes. The event brought together experts in the field to explore the issues, challenges and prospects for this technology.

Maylis Uhart, PhD and head of the Robotics Cluster, spoke on the theme: ‘Technology transfer platforms, between research and industry’. 

Innovations and challenges in industrial robotics

The presentations by the various speakers provided a captivating overview of current and future innovations in industrial robotics. They were illustrated by case studies and concrete examples of integration in various industrial sectors. Human-robot interaction was a key theme, as was the organisational and societal impact of these technologies.

The seminar also provided an opportunity to reflect on the obstacles to be overcome in integrating the results of research into industrial environments. Collaborative initiatives between researchers and industry that have overcome these barriers were highlighted, demonstrating that well-orchestrated cooperation can transform challenges into opportunities.

Enriching exchanges 

A round table discussion between two speakers from academia and two from industry provided an opportunity to compare points of view and open up the debate with the audience. This exchange of views highlighted the importance of ongoing dialogue between the various players, as well as the need to promote collaborative projects and appropriate training to strengthen mutual understanding and synergies.

The event benefited from the richness of its audience: researchers, engineers, teacher-researchers, doctoral students, post-doctoral students, innovation managers, company directors and master's students were all present. This diversity fuelled discussions and offered a wide range of perspectives on current challenges and possible solutions for maximising the impact of robotics in industry.

In conclusion, this seminar illustrated the importance of interdisciplinary meetings to accelerate innovation and encourage the adoption of robotics in industrial processes. The rich discussions and fruitful exchanges strengthened the foundations for lasting collaboration between research and industry.