A company in South Florida is working on creating robots for local businesses and inspiring young people to consider careers in technology. RobotLAB, based in Fort Lauderdale, designs and builds robots that can assist businesses in various ways, from cleaning to delivering goods.
Co-owner Felipe Alvarez mentioned that the interest in robotics has been increasing, and he wanted to showcase the usefulness of robots to the community. These robots, like Pepper, are not meant to replace jobs but rather to act as helpers in business processes. Businesses that use robots have been able to reallocate employees to new roles, providing them with opportunities for on-the-job tech training.
RobotLAB has developed a range of robots that can interact with humans, such as Pepper, who can be found in hotels or conventions providing information and directions. Cities like Fort Lauderdale are even using robots to help train city employees. These robots are also being used in schools to help students learn programming and robotics, preparing them for future technology careers.
Felipe Alvarez believes that the field of robotics is growing rapidly, creating a demand for more people to fill tech jobs. He hopes that young scientists in South Florida will be inspired to pursue careers in technology and be ready to take on the challenges of the future. Overall, robots are not only beneficial to businesses but also provide educational opportunities for students interested in STEM fields.
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