Machani Robotics
In this episode of The Edge of AI, host Ron Levy sits down with Manju Kesani, the CEO of Machani Robotics, and RIA, their companion humanoid robot designed to bridge the gap between AI and human well-being. Manju discusses the mission behind RIA, focusing on addressing loneliness, especially among the elderly, and enhancing human longevity. The conversation dives deep into how Machani Robotics is developing AI-driven social humanoids to not only assist but also foster emotional connections with humans. RIA, speaking for herself, shares insights into her role as a social robot, and how she’s designed to bring comfort and companionship in both healthcare and education settings.