RoboBusiness 2026 to Showcase Production AI Applications
A keynote panel at RoboBusiness 2026 will feature leaders from Amazon Robotics, Teradyne Robotics, and Cobot discussing the real-world application of AI in
Industry leaders will detail how artificial intelligence is being deployed in production machines at a keynote panel during RoboBusiness 2026. The event is scheduled for October 20 and 21 in Santa Clara, California.
The session, titled "Beyond the Demo: AI in Production Robots," is set for 4:30 p.m. PT on the first day of the show. Speakers from Amazon Robotics, Teradyne Robotics, and Cobot will explain their work applying AI to machines operating in real customer environments. Their discussion will cover areas from perception and autonomy to fleet optimization, maintenance, and software updates.
Meet the Physical AI Experts
Bhavana Chandrashekhar, a senior manager of applied science at Amazon Robotics, will be a panelist. Based in Seattle, she manages a team building autonomous manipulators for Amazon warehouses. Her stated mission is to build AI-powered machines that augment the workforce performing physically demanding tasks autonomously. Chandrashekhar's research interests include robotic vision and task planning. She has worked on flagship systems like Robin, which has picked several billion packages, and Vulcan Stow, which has stowed over a million items.
James Davidson, the chief AI officer at Teradyne Robotics, will also speak. He leads AI integration across collaborative machines and autonomous mobile units from Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots. Davidson shapes the AI strategy for what the source describes as the next generation of intelligent, adaptable, and human-centric automation.
The third panelist is Michael Vogelsong, who leads the Foundation Models AI team at Cobot with a focus on robotic manipulation. He previously started the Deep Learning Technologies team at Amazon, developing machine learning for the company's search engine, Alexa, and robotic manipulation.
Focus on Real-World Deployment
The panel aims to move beyond theoretical demonstrations. The experts will outline what it takes to build physical AI that is reliable, scalable, and delivers measurable business value. Their insights are drawn from direct experience in customer environments, primarily within logistics and manufacturing operations.
Chandrashekhar's work at Amazon Robotics exemplifies this practical focus. Her team's systems are already handling billions of packages and items in warehouse settings. This scale is significant. It shows a transition from research prototypes to integrated production systems.
Event and Registration Details
RoboBusiness 2026 is described as the leading event for commercial robotics developers. It will offer insights on industry trends and applications in sectors including manufacturing and logistics. The show also features networking opportunities, including a Mix and Mingle reception on the first day.
Full conference passes provide access to all keynotes, technical sessions, and networking events. Discounts are available for academic, association, and corporate groups. Details are available via email to events@arrowfly.com. The source notes that sponsorship inquiries should be directed to Colleen Sepich at csepich@arrowfly.com.
