AI in Healthcare

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Assistive robotics and AI: How ATDev is transforming mobility and independence

Mike Santora May 28, 2026

As advances in AI and robotics accelerate, the conversation around independence is being fundamentally reshaped. What does it truly mean to live autonomously in 2026, and how can technology support that vision without replacing the human experience? In this interview, ATDev’s Todd Roberts and Owen Kent explore a new paradigm: one where assistive devices don’t take over, but instead collaborate with users to enhance everyday life.

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Designing Beyond AI: ATDev’s human-centered solution for flying in a power wheelchair

Mike Santora May 28, 2026

Engineers often rely on AI and advanced tools to solve complex problems, but some challenges still demand lived experience and hands-on design. In this transcript from a recent Mind Over Machine Q&A interview, Design World managing editor Mike Santora talks with Todd Roberts and Owen Kent of medical technology startup ATDev, a company focused on assistive solutions born out of real-world needs. The conversation centers on the gap between what AI can optimize on a screen and what people with disabilities actually face in everyday life, especially when traveling.

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Mind over Machine: ATDev and real-world engineering for accessible air travel

Mike Santora May 28, 2026

Design World managing editor and Mind Over Machine host Mike Santora, interviews Todd Roberts and Owen Kent from Berkeley‑founded medical technology company ATDev. In this video, the discussion focuses on a real-world accessibility problem: air travel for people who rely on heavy power wheelchairs that cannot fit into modern airliners and are often stowed in cargo, risking damage.

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