Nvidia veteran says robotics lacks ChatGPT moment
nvidia insider turned vc amulya vishwanath says robotics is in its lego era with basic building blocks still being rebuilt. this affects robotics development.
amulya vishwanath, who led product marketing for nvidia's robotics platforms for seven years, now a venture capitalist, shares his view on the current state of robotics. he says the industry is in its lego era, with fundamental components such as actuators, robotic hands, software, and safety standards still being rebuilt. this perspective contrasts with those who believe robotics is on the cusp of a significant breakthrough, driven by general foundation models. vishwanath's comments highlight the challenges facing the robotics industry. this affects the development of advanced robotics and its potential applications.