Between robots, embodied intelligence and experiences to explore
On Friday 13 March, the Swiss Pavilion at the International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva will shine a spotlight on Physical AI, this new generation of artificial intelligence capable of interacting directly with the physical world.
Born from the combination of sensors, computing power and learning, Physical AI enables machines to perceive their environment, analyse situations and adapt their behavior in real time. It paves the way for robots that are more autonomous, safer and more useful, already active in sectors such as logistics, healthcare and services.
Two conferences will bring this theme to life
- At 2:00 p.m., visitors will discover Nadine, one of the world’s most realistic social humanoid robots, developed at the MIRALab of the University of Geneva. Able to converse, remember, express emotions and interact over time, she offers a striking illustration of the shift from abstract artificial intelligence to a truly embodied presence.
- At 3:30 p.m., the conference Pourquoi l’IA a besoin de nous, in French, presented by NGSENS, will extend the discussion through the lenses of consciousness, responsibility and value creation. A reminder that artificial intelligence is not only about machine performance, but also about human choices and choices for society.
The day will also give plenty of space to experimentation
At 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., younger visitors will be able to take part in the Paper Airplane Challenge. Guided by students, they will learn how to fold the ideal paper plane while discovering, in a fun way, the principles of aerodynamics, lift, drag and stability. At 2:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., The AI Pickleball Challenge will offer an immersive look at practical uses of AI, showing how it can analyse performance in real time through this fast-growing sport.
With this programme, the Exhibition showcases innovations that step out of the screen. They move, perceive, react, learn and are tested in real-life situations.
Enjoy your visit!