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Cheese-Slicing Robots

At CES 2020, AI Researchers Debuted a "Scraper Robot" That Handles Raclette

— January 9, 2020 — Lifestyle
At this year's Consumer Electronics Show, artificial intelligence researchers showed off their design for a "scraper robot" that mimics the motions of an expert raclette cheese maker and serves perfect slices of the cheese. For the project, researchers collaborated with professional raclette cheese cutter Eddy Baillifard, who owns a famous cheese dairy in the Valais region in Switzerland, and the robot was able to learn how to perform the scraping-like gesture with precision.

With artificial intelligence algorithms, the robotic arm has the ability not only reproduce gestures but also adapting them to different circumstances, especially when there are different sizes or arrangements of cheese.

The cheese-handling AI robot was developed as part of a project that explores how devices can help enhance the daily lives of people with disabilities.


Image Credit: EPA
Trend Themes
1. Artificial Intelligence Robotics - Opportunity for the development of advanced AI robots that can mimic human gestures and adapt to different circumstances, offering enhanced capabilities in various industries.
2. Assistive Technology - Disruptive innovation in the field of assistive technology, specifically in creating devices that can enhance the daily lives of people with disabilities such as the cheese-handling AI robot.
3. Food Automation - Potential for automation in the food industry, with robots that can handle and prepare food, offering precision and consistency in tasks like cheese slicing.
Industry Implications
1. Robotics - Robotics industry can explore the application of artificial intelligence in creating robots that can accurately replicate human gestures and adapt to different scenarios.
2. Assistive Technology - Assistive technology industry can leverage AI-powered devices to provide solutions that improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
3. Food and Beverage - Food and beverage industry can adopt automation technologies like AI robots to enhance food preparation processes, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency.
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