Day at Work: Robotics Engineer

What is Tessa Lau's role at Savioke?

• Software Developer

• Chief Robot Whisperer

• Mechanical Engineer

• Robotics Teacher

What type of robots does Savioke build?

• Robots for manufacturing

• Autonomous robot helpers for the service industry

• Military robots

• Robots for space exploration

Where did Tessa Lau complete her undergraduate studies?

• University of Washington

• Stanford University

• Cornell University

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology

What did Tessa Lau study during her graduate program?

• Robotics and software development

• Artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction

• Physics and engineering

• Electrical and mechanical engineering

What does “robot whispering” mean according to Tessa Lau?

• Programming robots to talk

• Making robots behave well in human environments

• Teaching humans to use robots

• Designing robots for military use

What kind of tasks do Savioke’s robots perform in hotels?

• Cleaning rooms

• Delivering items like toothbrushes or sandwiches

• Greeting guests

• Carrying luggage to rooms

Why does Tessa believe robots can change people’s lives?

• Because they are entertaining to watch

• Because they are physical and can perform tasks in the real world

• Because they can learn faster than humans

• Because they can replace humans in all jobs

What tool does Tessa frequently use for collaboration?

• GitHub

• Microsoft Word

• Google Drive

• AutoCAD

What advice does Tessa give to women entering STEM fields?

• Focus only on academics

• Don’t listen to anyone who says you can’t do something

• Avoid working with robots

• Choose a different career path

What does Tessa find most rewarding about her work?

• Building the robots

• Watching robots deliver items and delight people

• Testing the robots in the lab

• Teaching others about robotics