Not only does 2026 bring us the return of big screen Star Wars in the form of The Mandalorian & Grogu on 22nd May but it also means that Smugglers Run at Galaxy’s Edge in Batuu East and West will be upgraded, and this video from Walt Disney IMagineering shows us a flavour of what to expect, along with another look at those cute-as-heck BDX droids, created for the parks and so well made they’re about to feature in The Mandalorian & Grogu.
Step behind the scenes with Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development and discover how Disney uses robotics, AI, and immersive technology to bring stories to life! From the brand new self-walking Olaf in World of Frozen and BDX Droids to cutting-edge attractions like Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, see how magic meets innovation.
Disney Research continues to push boundaries through partnerships with tech leaders like NVIDIA, Epic Games, and Meta. This video highlights our collaboration with Meta using their Wearables Device Access Toolkit and AI glasses to unlock a world of innovation and storytelling for Disney guests and Imagineers.
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