Ben Pilkington

Feature Writer

B.A. (Hons) English Language and Literature, M.St. English Language and Literature

Ben Pilkington is a freelance writer who is interested in society and technology. He enjoys learning how the latest scientific developments can affect us and imagining what will be possible in the future.

Since completing graduate studies at Oxford University in 2016, Ben has reported on developments in computer software, the UK technology industry, digital rights and privacy, industrial automation, IoT, AI, additive manufacturing, sustainability, and clean technology.

Ben is happiest on a bicycle, loves sleeping in a tent or under the stars, and can’t function properly without coffee.

Articles from Ben

Predictive Modeling and Simulation in Drug Discovery

In recent years, there has been significant interest and investment in the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to significantly impact the field of pharmaceutical research and development (R&D).

28 Apr 2023

Robots in Mining: Remote Control Mining

In this Editorial Series, AZoRobotics takes a look at the robots used in mining operations. Here, we focus on remote control mining.

17 Apr 2023

National Robotics Week: Inspiring The Next Generation

April 8th to 16th marks National Robotics Week (RoboWeek), a US-based initiative aiming to “inspire students in robotics and STEM-related fields and to share the excitement of robotics with audiences of all ages.”

7 Apr 2023

The Relationship Between Open Access Science and AI

Open-access data repositories provide the high-quality data that is essential for AI applications and are crucial for the rapid progress of the field.

20 Mar 2023

What's Next for a Post-ChatGPT World?

AZoRobotics examines how generative AIs could change industry, and explores what happens next in a post-ChatGPT world.

15 Mar 2023

Is AI the Future of Autonomous Agriculture?

Agriculture equipment manufacturer John Deere recently launched the world’s first production-ready autonomous tractor, supported with artificial intelligence (AI) technology by technology startup SparkAI.

27 Feb 2023

Robots in the Food Industry: Product Decoration

The use of robots in food decoration is covered in this AZoRobotics Editorial Series covering the applications of robot technologies in the food industry.

24 Feb 2023

Robots in the Food Industry: Decontamination

In this Editorial Series, AZoRobotics covers how robotic technologies are being used in the food industry. In this article, we look at their application to food decontamination.

22 Feb 2023

Robots in the Food Industry: Product Packaging and Palletizing

In this Editorial Series, AZoRobotics looks at robots in the food industry. This article covers the use of robots in product packaging and palletizing.

17 Feb 2023

Cobalt Robotics: Helping To Automate the Service Industry

Several robotics companies are at the forefront of next-generation automation in various industries, including Cobalt Robotics in the service industry.

31 Jan 2023

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Robots and Renewable Energy: Hydropower Inspections

Robots and Renewable Energy: Hydropower Inspections

As part of an Editorial short series, AZoRobotics takes a look at how the renewable energy sector is harnessing the power of robotic technologies. Here, we take a look at robots in hydropower stations.

Robots and Renewable Energy: Wind Farm Monitoring

Robots and Renewable Energy: Wind Farm Monitoring

Amid the rapid global expansion of the wind energy sector, the integration of robotics is becoming pivotal for wind farm operators.

Robots and Renewable Energy: Solar Plant Security

Robots and Renewable Energy: Solar Plant Security

Like any renewable energy infrastructure, solar plants must be protected and secured. It is here where robots and autonomous systems can come into play.