The IST Seminar Series on Physical AI & Robotics, featuring distinguished guests from Kookmin University (KMU), South Korea, was held on February 20-21, 2025.

Posted on February 24, 2025February 24, 2025 by Run Janna

The morning session included presentations by visitors from Kookmin University in South Korea and Ritsumeikan University in Japan. The afternoon session included presentations by VISTEC. The second day began with short talks in the morning by KMU young scholars on waterproofing in robotics and reinforcement learning (RL) in legged robot locomotion. This was followed by Read more about The IST Seminar Series on Physical AI & Robotics, featuring distinguished guests from Kookmin University (KMU), South Korea, was held on February 20-21, 2025.[…]

CEO of Oceanus Robotics Visits BRAIN-Robotics Lab for Talk on Drone Innovation

Posted on February 14, 2025February 16, 2025 by Worasuchad Haomachai

On February 10, 2025, Mr. Teerapong Sookjit, CEO of Oceanus Robotics, visited the BRAIN-Robotics Lab to deliver a talk on “Making Drones Smarter, More Accessible, and Tailored to Your Needs.” His presentation explored how drones are transforming industries, from agriculture to exploration, while addressing the challenges of high costs and limited adaptability in existing solutions. Read more about CEO of Oceanus Robotics Visits BRAIN-Robotics Lab for Talk on Drone Innovation[…]

PTT GC Team Visits IST for a Robotics Lab Tour 2025

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Atthanat Harnkhamen

On January 31, 2025, a team from PTT Global Chemical (PTT GC) visited the Institute of Science and Technology (IST) for a hands-on tour of the Robotics Laboratory. The visit provided an opportunity for researchers and engineers to exchange ideas on robotics applications and industrial challenges. During the tour, the IST research team introduced various Read more about PTT GC Team Visits IST for a Robotics Lab Tour 2025[…]

Research Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange at Kasetsart University

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Atthanat Harnkhamen

On 27 January 2025, Prof. Dr. Poramate Manoonpong and members of the Research Center of Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Automation (ARIA) at the School of Information Science and Technology (IST), Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC), along with special foreign guests, visited the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University to exchange research Read more about Research Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange at Kasetsart University[…]

Robot Demonstrations for the Embodied AI Course at IST-VISTEC

Posted on January 21, 2025January 21, 2025 by Thirawat Chuthong

On January 21, 2025, as part of the Embodied AI course, we conducted robot demonstrations for IST and BSE students. The demonstrations included the walking behaviors of a stick insect robot, a gecko robot, and a dung beetle robot. Furthermore, we showcased the VISTEC-gait system for gait analysis.

Dung Beetle-Inspired Robot Published in Advanced Science, Receives Global Media Coverage

Posted on December 2, 2024December 2, 2024 by Worasuchad Haomachai

A dung beetle-inspired robot, designed to mimic the remarkable ball-rolling abilities of dung beetles, has been published in the journal Advanced Science. The research introduces innovative bio-inspired engineering, allowing the robot to navigate complex terrains and manipulate objects with remarkable efficiency. This work highlights the potential of biomimicry to drive progress in robotics. Following its Read more about Dung Beetle-Inspired Robot Published in Advanced Science, Receives Global Media Coverage[…]

VISTEC Robotics Lab organized robotic workshop for BRAINCODE101 seminar #6

Posted on November 29, 2024November 29, 2024 by Thirawat Chuthong

On 27-28 November 2024 – Our robotics lab, led by Prof. Poramate Manoonpong, in collaboration with Brain Code 101 team, headed by Dr. Chaipat Chunharas. , recently organized a seminar and workshop at Vidyasirimedhi Institute of Science and Technology (VISTEC) focused on bio-inspired neural control and exoskeleton technology. The event aimed to promote knowledge and Read more about VISTEC Robotics Lab organized robotic workshop for BRAINCODE101 seminar #6[…]

Research Talk and Visiting Institute of Field Robotics (FIBO),King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) to Discuss Research Collabation and Advances in Physical AI

Posted on November 19, 2024November 22, 2024 by Wasuthorn Ausrivong

On November 18, 2024, the Robotics Lab at IST (VISTEC), led by Prof. Poramate Manoonpong, along with Visited King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) to deliver a research talk and discuss potential research collaborations with faculty members from the Institute of Field Robotics (FIBO). The event was warmly welcomed by Mr. Bawornsak Sakulkueakulsuk (Deputy Read more about Research Talk and Visiting Institute of Field Robotics (FIBO),King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) to Discuss Research Collabation and Advances in Physical AI[…]

Visiting Mahidol University to Discuss Research and Advances in Physical AI

Posted on November 15, 2024November 15, 2024 by Worasuchad Haomachai

On November 13, 2024, the Robotics Lab at IST (VISTEC), led by Prof. Poramate Manoonpong, along with Dr. Harn Sison, Dr. Jattanan Homchanthanakul, Dr. Chaicharn Akkawutvanich, and Dr. Worasuchad Haomachai, visited Mahidol University to discuss research collaborations with faculty members from the Electrical Engineering Department. The meeting included Dr. Supun Tiptipakorn, Asst. Prof. Zeng Lertmanorat, Read more about Visiting Mahidol University to Discuss Research and Advances in Physical AI[…]

Attending IEEE-EMBS International Conference on Body Sensor Networks (IEEE BSN) 2024

Posted on November 12, 2024November 15, 2024 by Natchaya Sricom

On October 15-17, 2024, Ms. Natchaya Sricom, a research engineer from IST-VISTEC, and her co-author, Asst. Prof. Tulaya Limpiti from KMITL, attended the IEEE-BSN 2024 conference in Chicago, USA. The conference focuses on advancing digital health through innovative sensor technologies, artificial intelligence, and socially responsible approaches. Key topics included the development of wearable, implantable, and Read more about Attending IEEE-EMBS International Conference on Body Sensor Networks (IEEE BSN) 2024[…]