Information for Visitors:

TITLE:
"Robots - Past, Present, and Future"

LECTURE/PRESENTATION BY:
Lorenzo Riano
(To view, and/or print, a 1-page flier containing Lorenzo's biography and photo plus an abstract of his talk, click on the DOCument link below.)

ABSTRACT:
The field of Robotics has shown to be a society-changing force whose exponential growth is soon going to play a significant role in people's lives.  Governments are investing more and more money to advance the technology and accelerate the time when robots will be pervasive.  In spite of the efforts of universities and companies around the world the technology is still not mature enough that robots can be deployed reliably outside controlled environments.

In this talk Lorenzo Riano will highlight the major achievements of the past few years, the problems that remain unsolved and the direction robotics is going.  Particular emphasis will be put on de-mystifying robotics from Hollywood imagination and highlighting how robots can make a difference in people's lives.

COST:
There is no fee for attending this particular EAS event.  Our programs are made possible solely by your annual membership dues, donations, and occasional small contributions for food and drinks.  We simply could not provide these presentations without the continued support of our members.  Also, your attendance and your participation in our lectures help make them more interesting, enjoyable, and successful.  Thank you.

Eastbay Astronomical Society Website

Lorenzo Riano - Biography, Photo, and Abstract of Talk (1-page flier) (DOC, 63 KB)

Location Details

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Chabot Space & Science Center

Notes:
Driving Directions
From South of Oakland:
1. Take HWY I-580 west (north) toward OAKLAND.
2. Merge onto HWY CA-13 N toward BERKELEY. approx 0.9 miles.
3. Take the CARSON ST exit toward REDWOOD RD. approx 0.1 miles
4. The exit ramp becomes MOUNTAIN BLVD. approx 0.25 miles.
5. Turn RIGHT onto REDWOOD RD. approx 1.0 miles.
6. Turn LEFT onto SKYLINE BLVD. approx 0.5 miles.
7. Turn RIGHT onto SKYLINE BLVD. approx 0.75 miles
8. Look for the large, concrete sign at the Chabot Space & Science Center entrance driveway, which winds steeply up to the right.

From North of Oakland:
1. Take HWY I-580 east (south) toward OAKLAND.
2. Take exit ramp on right to HWY CA-24 east approx 4.75 miles.
3. Take exit ramp on right to HWY CA-13 S. toward San Leandro approx 3.3 miles
4. Take exit for JOAQUIN MILLER RD./LINCOLN AVE.
5. Turn slight left onto MONTEREY BLVD. approx 0.1 miles
6. Turn left onto LINCOLN AVE. approx 0.1 miles
7. Lincoln Ave. turns into JOAQUIN MILLER RD. approx 1.1 miles
8. Turn left at stoplight to SKYLINE BLVD. approx .7 miles
9. Look for the large, concrete sign at the Chabot Space & Science Center entrance driveway, which winds steeply up to the right.