IEEE IAS Lecture: Physical AI in Automotive Assembly

#automation, #assembly, #humanoids

In this talk, we will explore the evolving automation landscape in automotive manufacturing as physical AI and humanoids emerge, unlocking new opportunities. We will analyze how specialized and end-2-end AI models are expanding the capabilities and operational envelope for robots in perception, grasping, manipulation and assembly tasks.  The talk concludes with an industrial view and discussion around strategic factors influencing adoption of physical AI in serial production.

Dr. Parag Patre is an engineering leader with expertise in advanced robotics, physical AI, control systems, and autonomous technologies. Currently serving as a Senior Manager for Advanced Robotics at Magna International, with past tenures at Siemens, TE Connectivity and NASA — he specializes in bridging the gap between academic research and large-scale industrial applications. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida, a B.Tech. from IIT Madras, and is a widely published expert dedicated to industrializing advanced robotics.