PyRobot will not only make it easier for researchers to use robotics data sets, algorithms and models, but will also enable them set benchmarks and build on each others work.

“Industrial companies are looking for efficient ways to integrate robotics into their operations for process optimization and agility,” said Rockwell Automation Chairman and CEO Blake Moret.

Humanoid robotics has evolved rapidly over the years, with devices now being designed for applications in industrial automation, health care, research and personal assistance.