5th Reading Clinic: Wednesday 20th May 3-4 pm - CoFo 014 & Online

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Reading Session / Sesiwn Ddarllen

This session explores how modern intelligent systems perceive, act, and adapt in imperfect real-world conditions. We will look at how robots can reliably identify graspable objects even in highly cluttered environments. At the same time, we will question what happens when technology fails, ages, or is repurposed by its users. By combining perspectives from robotics and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), the session highlights both precision-driven automation and human-centered adaptation. Expect a discussion that connects technical innovation with broader reflections on how we design, use, and sustain technology.

A link to the two academic papers which will be discussed in the session is provided below:

  1. Graspness Discovery in Clutters for Fast and Accurate Grasp Detection: The first paper introduces an important novel concept, “graspness,” in robotic perception, which has been widely used in robotic manipulation research, addressing a key limitation in grasp detection by identifying where robots should grasp in cluttered scenes. By leveraging geometric cues and neural networks, this work significantly improves both the efficiency and accuracy of robotic manipulation systems.- 

  2. Values in Repair: Values in repair encompass economic, environmental, and social dimensions, transforming broken items into meaningful, sustained resources while reducing waste. Repair practices foster emotional attachments, promote sustainability through circular economies, and embed care into technology, challenging the "design-for-disposal" culture. 


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  • Fabian Way, Crymlyn Burrows
  • Skewen
  • Swansea, Wales
  • United Kingdom SA1 8EN
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  • The Zienkiewicz Institute (ZI) builds on the profound scientific legacy and reputation created in Swansea by Professor Olgierd (Olek) Cecil Zienkiewicz.

  • Co-sponsored by ZIENKIEWICZ INSTITUTE FOR MODELLING, DATA AND AI
  • Starts 30 April 2026 11:00 PM UTC
  • Ends 19 May 2026 11:00 PM UTC
  • No Admission Charge




Agenda

📅 Wednesday, 20th May
🕒 3:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 CoFo 014 (Ground Floor, Computational Foundry) & Online Zoom Meeting

Join us to engage in insightful discussions, connect interdisciplinary ideas across robotics and HCI, network with fellow IEEE members, and deepen your academic perspective. We are looking forward to seeing you there!

More information: https://github.com/MasterPranjal/swansea-ieee.github.io