AMS Robotic Technology Hub organized a one-day online guest lecture on 06.02 2026, titled “ROS 2 – Powering the Next Generation of Robots,” hosted by the Paavai Innovation Forum. The primary objectives of the guest lecture were to discuss the ROS and to explain the need for ROS 2 in Autonomous Mobile Robots.
Mr. J.G. Karthikesh, Founder & CEO of Karthikesh Private Limited, Chennai, served as the resource person for the guest lecture. He shared his inspiring professional journey and extensive expertise in ROS 2 and autonomous robot architecture, highlighting their practical applications. He clarified that ROS 2 is not an operating system but a flexible software framework offering a comprehensive set of tools, libraries, and communication mechanisms to facilitate the development of complex robotic systems.
He emphasized that ROS 2 is a next-generation robotics middleware framework designed to create scalable, secure, and industry-ready robotic solutions. While ROS 1 significantly contributed to robotics education, its architectural constraints limited its use in industrial and mission-critical environments. ROS 2 was developed to overcome these limitations and support advanced robotic systems such as autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, service robots, and multi-robot platforms.
Additionally, Mr. Karthikesh advised students on entering the robotics field, stressing the importance of gaining hands-on experience with ROS 2 and Gazebo simulation tools for building successful careers in robotics and automation.
Based on the students’ feedback, it was evident that most participants gained a clear understanding of the advantages of ROS 2 over ROS 1, especially regarding its architecture and features. This helped them appreciate the importance of ROS 2 in various robotic applications. Additionally, the session offered valuable insights into career pathways in Robotics and Automation, particularly roles such as Robotics Design Engineer. The Chief Guest also highlighted the essential technical skills needed for designing and developing real-world robotic systems, including proficiency in C++, Python, ROS, and Gazebo simulation.
