Join us for an intriguing episode of the Startup Operator Podcast as Roshan talks to Gokul, the founder of CynLr, a pioneering deep tech robotics startup. Discover how CynLr is transforming the way machines recognize and handle objects through advanced vision systems. Gokul shares the challenges of hardware manufacturability, innovation in automation, and insights into the future of robotics and human life. Learn about the journey of building a deep tech startup, fundraising intricacies, and fostering interdisciplinary talent to solve complex problems in the robotics industry.
00:00 Sneakpeak
01:03 The Journey of CynLr's Founders
03:06 Vision Systems and Robotics
06:49 The Evolution of Robotics
19:48 Building a Universal Factory
25:21 Starting a Robotics Company
37:38 Challenges with Vision-Based Systems
38:27 Understanding Customer Needs and Supply Chain
38:42 Navigating Organizational Dynamics
43:18 Identifying and Solving Profitable Problems
49:39 Manufacturing Complexities and Vendor Relations
01:04:42 Iterating in Hardware Development
01:08:21 Leveraging Industry Infrastructure
01:13:31 Dust and Shoes: The Unexpected Connection
01:14:20 The Future of Factories: Micro and Universal
01:15:06 Standardization Challenges in Robotics
01:15:48 Navigating Tech and Application Layers
01:17:23 The Patience Game: Building an Industry
01:18:30 Vision for Robots: Technical Challenges
01:20:15 Depth Perception: Human vs. Machine
01:28:11 Building a Talented Team
01:34:14 Fundraising for Deep Tech Startups
01:43:48 The Future of Humans and Technology
01:49:26 Conclusion and Reflections
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