Striving towards unity between robotics and human beings, Professor Inami’s research pushes the boundaries of how we can adapt and augment our bodies for current and future worlds. Through wearable robotics technologies and engineering, his research led the creation of the JIZAI ARMS. Currently on display in FRIEND, these supernumerary robotic limbs explore how we can free our bodies to expand the range of human action.

Joining Professor Inami, is his long-term friend and professional collaborator Stelarc, an internationally recognised Australian artist who has consistently explored the possibilities of body augmentation through prosthetics, robotics and virtual systems in project and performance-based art.

Hear Professor Inami and Stelarc discuss their shared interest and practice of body augmentation in an intimate evening including the opportunity to view FRIEND after-hours. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine on arrival.

This conversation is part of NCM's ongoing series exploring critical ideas at the forefront of robotics and embodied intelligence.