Javad Gatabi

In this episode of the New Arc Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Javad Gatabi — entrepreneur, electrical engineer, PhD in materials science & commercialization, and inventor with 13 patents and 50+ technical publications.Javad shares his incredible journey growing up in Iran, stories of hidden gold and cheetahs, and how his passion for measurement led him into the world of advanced sensors. We explore how sensors are the unsung foundation of modern robotics, AI, autonomous systems, electric vehicles, and manufacturing — from basic detection to cutting-edge precision at the nanometer level.He dives into real-world innovation, including developing GPS collars for cheetahs with a custom non-invasive drop-off mechanism, working with Apple, oil & gas, and military applications, and the convergence of hardware, software, and AI that’s powering the next generation of robotics. The conversation also touches on creativity, human advantages, and building technology that serves meaningful, emotionally resonant experiences.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in robotics, sensor technology, AI, and the future of embodied intelligence.CreditsTheme Music: Composed and produced by Aaron Wagnerhttps://aaronpwagner.comIntro Narration Clip: Criswell from Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959)Directed by Edward D. Wood Jr. (Public Domain)Produced by: New Arc Ventures