The applied research and development center, Dubai Future Labs, represented the Dubai Future Foundation at the International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS) 2022, which was held in Kyoto, Japan, from October 23 to 27.
Connecting with academics, universities, students, international institutions, researchers and experts in robotics and autonomous systems on the global stage, Dubai Future Labs introduced two unmanned ground vehicles (UGV) developed by in-house talents for logistics sector. This included a last-mile delivery robot and an intralogistics vehicle.
During the international conference, Dubai Future Labs reaffirmed Dubai’s position as a global innovation hub and destination for talents to collaborate on applied research projects. It also invited investors to explore business opportunities within Dubai’s thriving innovation ecosystem.
Innovation ecosystem
“Dubai Future Labs’ participation at IROS invites the robotics and research community to explore partnership and investment opportunities offered by Dubai’s unique innovation ecosystem. This also highlights Dubai’s role in testing and developing technological applications, designing the best future and empowering talents,” said Khalifa Al Qama, Director of Dubai Future Labs.
“Dubai is keen on shaping a future powered by AI, autonomous technologies and the IROS 2022 was a chance for us to explore opportunities with the global robotics community and technology luminaries while showcasing Dubai Future Labs’ vital work,” commented Al Qama.
“Dubai Future Foundation is committed to working with the world’s top researchers, experts, and institutions to exchange knowledge and ideas. Dubai Future Labs embodies Dubai’s innovative spirit, and we look forward to welcoming more researchers from around the world as we expand our work,” concluded Al Qama.
Impactful robotics
IROS is one of the largest and most impactful robotics research conferences worldwide. Established in 1988 and held annually, IROS provides a global platform for the international robotics research community to explore the frontier of science and technology in intelligent robots and smart machines.
This year’s event welcomed over 4,000 global experts, academia, researchers and industry professionals in the field of robotics and automation. The next edition of this global conference will be held in Abu Dhabi in 2024.
With a vision to become the core engine of Dubai’s innovation ecosystem, Dubai Future Labs runs state-of-the-art Robotics and AI applied research projects to make a global impact and ensure Dubai’s readiness for the future. Through its engineers and industry experts, the Dubai Future Labs act a consultant for the government, advising on technological challenges that could hinder the adoption of advanced technologies in key sectors.
