Chef Robotics has strategically appointed Somudro Gupta, formerly the head of autonomous vehicle engineering at Embark Trucks, as its head of software, aiming to advance the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the food industry. Gupta, with a significant role in the development of autonomous vehicle technology during his five-year tenure at Embark, previously served as the US Motion Planning Lead for Jack, a self-driving Audi A7, at the Volkswagen Electronics Research Laboratory.
Expressing enthusiasm about his new role, Gupta highlighted his experience in autonomous driving, emphasizing its applicability to deploying intelligent robots in the real world. He believes that the physical world is the next frontier for AI and looks forward to leveraging his expertise to scale deployments at Chef Robotics, where he can combine his interests in food and robots.
Chef Robotics underlines Gupta’s extensive AI experience, especially in autonomous systems, positioning him as a crucial figure in the global expansion of robotic solutions. The company, recognized for its AI-enabled robots addressing labor shortages and boosting production volume in the food industry, has deployed robots in various food companies across the US and Canada, producing over 1 million meals to date. Looking ahead, Chef Robotics aims to significantly expand its fleet in 2024, emphasizing Gupta’s appointment as a testament to their commitment to accelerating the deployment of intelligent machines in the physical world.
