{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Manufacturing Hub","title":"Ep. 214 - Robotics Rewired: Building Smarter Systems for Tomorrow's Factory","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/243da055\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3750,"description":"Welcome to another episode of Manufacturing Hub! In this week’s episode, we dive deep into the evolving world of robotics with returning guest Sean Dotson, now CEO of Elite Robotics. From building large-scale material handling systems to exploring the future of AI-driven robot programming, Sean shares a candid view of what it really takes to modernize factory operations.\nWe explore:\nWhat “material handling” really means in practice\nThe real-world complexity of end-of-arm tooling and vision systems\nWhy standardization is critical for both integrators and manufacturers\nWhat robotics programming and automation roles will look like in the next five years\nThe practical limits of robots-as-a-service and humanoid hype\nUsing generative AI and GPTs to assist in controls programming\nCareer advice for engineers breaking into robotics and automation\nPlus, Sean shares some incredible stories from the field, including building a machine for radioactive seed sorting and handling rocket-propelled grenade components safely with robots. 🔥\nWhether you're an engineer, systems integrator, or a manufacturing leader, this episode offers tactical insights and thoughtful strategy.\n🔗 Learn more about Sean’s company: https://eliterobotics.com\n📫 Contact Sean directly: sean@eliterobotics.com\n🔗 Connect with Vlad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladromanov\n🔗 Learn more about Joltek: https://www.joltek.com","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/yoKAvzBXZ3YjQTekFk7KFGXeuwJ29WgXvop3dVEfhLs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzE3MjEzLzE2MDk0/MzA1OTgtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}