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Robotics Lab Added to Discovery Museum Science and Space Center

The Discovery Museum Science and Space Center is launching a $200,000 robotics lab that will become an integral part of the center's new digs along the banks of the Sacramento River.

16 Feb 2011

Researchers Discover Why Robotic Nano Gears Grind to a Halt

Scientists at the University of Arizona have procured information by measuring the attraction forces between atoms and surfaces.

31 Jan 2011

Seoul Looks to Foster Innovation in Robotics

The Yonhap News Agency in Seoul reported that the Government has announced it will spend 100 billion WON (US$89.5 million) on robotics related projects to encourage growth in the cutting edge industry.

30 Jan 2011

Chrysler Foundation Makes Major Contribution to Robotics

The Chrysler Foundation continues its long time commitment to furthering science, engineering and technology education as it announces recipients of 2011 FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotic grants.

20 Jan 2011

A Fish-Inspired Robot

Led by Malcolm MacIver, associate professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Northwestern's McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science a robotic fish that can move from swimming forward and backward to swimming vertically almost instantaneously by using a sophisticated, ribbon-like fin has been created.

20 Jan 2011

YIT Ehitus and Tallinn Science Park to Build Center of Mechatronics

YIT Ehitus and Tallinn Science Park Tehnopol Foundation have contracted to construct the Center of Mechatronics in Tallinn, Estonia.

19 Jan 2011

New Epoxy Adhesive for Structural Applications in Extreme Environments

Formulated for structural applications in extreme environments with temperatures from -80°F to +425°F, Master Bond Supreme 33 has superior resistance to thermal cycling, thermal shock and impact.

18 Jan 2011

New Linear Actuators for Automation Applications from PI

Piezo motor specialist PI introduces the new M-272 linear actuator for automation applications based on a maintenance-free PILine® ultrasonic ceramic motor.

13 Jan 2011

NASA Funds $20 Million Robotics Program

NASA is offering $20 million in support of the robotics non profit organisation ‘FIRST’ or For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology.

29 Nov 2010

Maxon Releases EPOS2 70-10 for Automation Applications

Maxon has launched the new EPOS2 70/10 unit with multifarious features and functions for controlling modes like position, velocity and current mode as well as for allowing adaptable utilization of drives in mechatronics and automation applications.

From maxon precision motors, inc. 29 Nov 2010