Trustworthy AI and Robotics Emerge as Central Focus at ADRForum Session
Autonomous robotics and trustworthy artificial intelligence systems take center stage on October 13 during a 75-minute session in the Porto Room, according to adrforum.eu. Chaired by Rositsa Georgieva alongside Joanna Korzym and Laure Guille of the European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA), the workshop examines how adaptive robotic systems can transition from controlled lab settings into unpredictable real-world environments while maintaining human oversight.
The program directly supports the broader objectives of the ADRForum by exploring how European technological initiatives can strengthen strategic autonomy and reduce external dependencies. Participants focus on translating broad resilience goals into specific, capability-based indicators that policymakers can use for future monitoring and regulatory discussions.
Project Presentations Highlight Adaptive Systems and Transparency
Four distinct EU-backed projects anchor the afternoon schedule, demonstrating technical approaches to safety, explainability, and autonomy:
- AIXPERT: Presented by Haris Papageorgiou, detailing methods for explainable and transparent decision-making in complex environments.
- EXTRA-BRAIN: Presented by Pawel Herman, exploring how AI agents can better manage uncertainty and build operational trust.
- MANiBOT: Presented by Dimitri Giakoumis, showcasing advancements in adaptive robotic manipulation.
- RoboSAPIENS: Presented by Peter Gorm Larsen, focusing on reliable human-robot interaction and safety guarantees.
Each presentation addresses specific technological hurdles in bridging the gap between theoretical AI models and physical deployment, ensuring systems remain dependable when interacting directly with human operators.
What is the main objective of the HaDEA-led workshop?
What is the main objective of the HaDEA-led workshop?
The session addresses key technological challenges in trustworthy AI, ranging from adaptive robotic systems to explainable, transparent, and accountable decision-making structures that operate effectively under human oversight.
How does this workshop tie into the broader ADRForum goals?
It supports the forum’s theme of Accelerating ADR Convergence for European Resilience and Strategic Autonomy by connecting artificial intelligence, data, and robotics around common policy challenges and capability-based indicators.
Who are the speakers scheduled for the October 13 session?
The agenda features Haris Papageorgiou presenting AIXPERT, Pawel Herman presenting EXTRA-BRAIN, Dimitri Giakoumis presenting MANiBOT, and Peter Gorm Larsen presenting RoboSAPIENS.
Workshop runs from AIXPERT to RoboSAPIENS presentations
The workshop runs from 15:15 to 16:35 CEST, beginning with the AIXPERT presentation at 15:15 and concluding with RoboSAPIENS at 16:35.