Tatum Robotics

Did you know American Sign Language is just one of 300+ sign languages? Last week, Samantha got the very exciting opportunity to meet with the Japan DeafBlind Association to get feedback on the Tatum T1. Having recently incorporated the JSL handshapes, the four DeafBlind participants helped tune the shapes and movements. A very fun day with new collaborators! Thank you to MassRobotics and the Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. for bringing us to Japan for the opening of the new Yokohama Tech Hub! Additionally, a huge thank you to Anindya Bhattacharyya and Shin for helping set up this event. [A four photo collage. The top left photo is a photo of Samantha with two DeafBlind men, one with a blue hoodie and one with a black shirt and glasses where all three of them hold onto the Tatum T1. Next, a photo of a DeafBlind man in a blue hoodie holding the Tatum T1, while an interpreter copies the robot for another DeafBlind woman in a blue dress. Below that is a group photo, Samantha sitting on the left, then the DeafBlind man in the blue hoodie holding up the ILY sign, next the DeafBlind man in a black shirt and glasses, next the DeafBlind woman with the blue dress, and lastly a DeafBlind woman holding the Tatum T1 with a black shirt and grey pants. The last photo on the bottom left is the DeafBlind man in black with glasses and the DeafBlind woman in the blue dress holding the Tatum T1 with another DeafBlind woman in a black shirt gives a thumbs up in the background.]

We are so grateful to have taken part in the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center's MassNextGen Initiative! For the past year, we have been coached by Massachusetts' top investors, scientists, and experts in the life science ecosystem. All cumulated in an incredible night hosted at MassChallenge, we cannot be more grateful for the community and support MassNextGen has given us. A special shout out to Carla Reimold and Katya Mantrova, MD PhD for this incredible opportunity within MLSC. Additionally to two coaches, Catherine Connelly-Perry, MBA, CA-AM and Laurel Sweeney who opened their network within the DeafBlind community to help further our customer research and exploration. And of course, the biggest thank you and congratulations to the rest of the MassNextGen cohort, Diana Mojahed, Katerina Chatzi, PhD, Ananya Zutshi, and Karen Cronholm! This cohort was especially meaningful and impactful because of the perspectives and unwavering support we all brought to the table! [A four photo collage with the MassNextGen and Massachusetts Life Science Center logos in the bottom right. In the top left photo, Samantha Johnson talks with Asha Patel and Sophia Kambanis in front of a monitor reading Tatum Robotics with a photo of the Tatum T1. Next, is a photo of Jonathan Markowitz smiling with a woman at a table that has food, coke cans, and the Tatum T1. Below, is a group photo of Samantha, Diana, Katerina, Ananya, and Karen in front of white screens with logos. Next to that photo is a photo of Samantha presenting next to a large monitor that reads 'Solution' with a large green graphic and a photo of Jaimi using the Tatum T1, a woman is sitting in the photo listening.]

?? One year at Tatum Robotics! It’s been an incredible journey working alongside such a talented team. Big thanks to my boss, Samantha Johnson and everyone at Tatum for creating an amazing environment to learn and grow. Here’s to many more!

?? One year at Tatum Robotics! It’s been an incredible journey working alongside such a talented team. Big thanks to my boss, Samantha Johnson and everyone at Tatum for creating an amazing environment to learn and grow. Here’s to many more!

A 7-year-old student asked me "Should I learn ASL if I want to make robots for DeafBlind people?" In Tatum Robotics' recent efforts to design a new robots to support younger DeafBlind students, I got to collaborate with my lifelong friend Julia Frias! Julia set up a time for me and my team to meet with several classes at Driscoll Elementary School in Brookline so we could measure their hands. In doing that, we got to watch dozens of children's faces gasp at the sight of a robot hand, and listen they then begin to explain to me all the ASL they know and all about 3D printing!! Although we we went in looking to spread awareness and get some hand measurements, we heard some of the best questions like "Should I learn ASL if I want to make robots for DeafBlind people?", "How would the DeafBlind people learn? Just like we learn at school?" And a big shout out to some of the art we got to take home as well --> [Drawing in crayon on white paper of a robot hand based on the Tatum T1. The hand is blue and is on a box with two fans and lots of buttons. ]

When we found out so much of our team had never been apple picking, we had to fix that right away! We had a blast heading out to Honey Pot Hill Orchards for a beautiful day filled with apples, laughs, and cider donuts! [A team photo on a trail with fall trees in the background. Starting on the left, Rachel, Jaime, Keval, Jonathan, John, Rohit, Jaimi, Todd, Neel, Samantha, and Juan. A collage of 5 photos, all outside in the apple orchard with green trees in the back. The first is a selfie, with Samantha, Jaimi, Rachel, and Jaime. Then, a photo of Jaimi in a blue shirt and glasses smiling holding a green apple. Below that, a photo of John and Jon picking an apple together. To the left of that, is a photo of John, Jaimi and Rachel where Jaimi is sitting on the ladder in the middle. Last on the far left, a photo of Neel up on a ladder smiling toward the camera.]

Last week at the Perkins School for the Blind we completed two demos of our Tatum T1 fingerspelling hand for teachers and staff in the DeafBlind Program. We hope this is the first step toward an incredible collaboration, bringing accessible technology and research to the classroom. Thank you Kevin O'Reilly and Marguerite Tibaudo for setting this up, and thank you Michael Brook for the beautiful photos! [This collage consists of four images depicting a technology demonstration event for DeafBlind educators at Perkins School for the Blind: Top Left: A woman smiles while interacting with the Tatum T1 fingerspelling hand. She wears a badge and a red shirt under a dark jacket. Top Right: Two women, one wearing a purple sweatshirt and another in a beige hijab and shirt, stand beside a demonstration table. They are holding the Tatum T1 on the table. Bottom Left: Two women, one in a dark hoodie and another in a gray jacket, are working with the Tatum T1 fingerspelling hand. Bottom Right: A group of people seated in rows attentively watch the demo. ]

One of our favorite days at Tatum, but this year, with a spooky Halloween twist! Tatum's 3rd annual validation with Boston's DEAF-BLIND CONTACT CENTER INC was a huge success. Hosted at the New England Home for the Deaf, we showcased our newest improvements to those that have been involved since the very beginning, and also to new friends! A huge thank you to the DBCC for your continued partnership and for all the years of pizza & laughs! If you missed the event but still want to get involved or give your feedback, please reach out! [A collage of 5 photos with a purple background, with a spider web in the top left corner and bats in the top and bottom right corners. The top left photo is a Tatum team photo with Samantha, Keval, Rohit, Jonathan, Jaimi, Juan, Jaime, Neel, John, and Elaine in their costumes. Next is a photo of a woman with short blonde hair and glasses smiling using the Tatum T1. Below, is a photo of Jon showing a woman with short brown hair how to use the Tatum T1. Next is a photo of Jaimi showing a smiling woman with long braided hair how to use the Tatum T1. Last is a photo of Samantha using the robot with Elaine while she is signing laugh on her cheek.]

We had a great time at Perkins School for the Blind Everybody In walk this weekend! Showcasing our tech for Perkins' students and faculty, as well as the greater community including beloved Boston mascots, Blades the Bruin and Pat The Patriot! Huge thank you to Perkins' Howe Innovation Center for the opportunity to get our team together for this great event! Thank you Madison, Maggie, Samantha, Lisa, Kevin, Raquel, Jaimi, and John for joining in on the fun! [Video of Boston Bruins mascot and Boston Patriots mascot holding on to the Tatum T1 while they both fingerspell 'DeafBlind.' The robots are on a table with some bracelets and stickers, with the Tatum Robotics banner behind them.]

A very exciting win for Tatum Robotics - the GM Prize! We are very grateful for General Motors' commitment to inclusion and equitable STEM education, and we are excited for this new partnership! Congratulations to the other winners ?āinaQuest, Renewable Rebirth, Earthbond Solar, OX Delivers, and MakerGhat and of course, a huge thank you to MIT Solve for this opportunity! [A blue square with GM Prize Winner in white, and 'Advancing inclusive, equitable STEM education' below in white text. Above that is group photo of 7 people smiling - on the left Kristen Siemen, then Azra Ismail, Samantha Johnson, Chidalu Onyenso, Natalie Dowsett, Saxon Metzger, and Hala Hanna. There is red dots in the left corner and red art in the right corner]