ABS and Persona AI have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance inspection technologies for the deployment of humanoid robots in shipyards. These robots are designed to navigate spaces tailored for human workers, providing the necessary flexibility and mobility to perform tasks in complex and confined environments.
The humanoid robots, which incorporate technology from NASA’s robotic hand, will be equipped to handle various tasks within shipyards. The collaboration will involve joint development projects aimed at gathering data to support classification during ship construction. This initiative is expected to lead to the creation of new ABS standards that define the types and quality of data essential for digital and remote survey techniques.
John McDonald, President and COO of ABS, emphasized the importance of this partnership in promoting the safe integration of new technologies in the maritime sector. He noted that the collaboration with Persona AI underscores ABS’s commitment to innovation and safety, aiming to establish standards that ensure humanoid robots can reliably perform complex tasks in shipyard settings.
Nic Radford, CEO and Co-Founder of Persona AI, remarked that this partnership signifies a pivotal moment for the shipbuilding industry, illustrating that humanoid robotics are evolving from concept to reality. The project will utilize ABS’s investment in AI to enhance data evaluation and quality.
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