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New Algorithm Enables Robots to Ask Questions

Brown University has developed an algorithm that enables robots to ask a question when they are confused, helping these robots to fetch objects in a better manner, which is a significant task for future robot assistants.

7 Mar 2017

New Robot Could Supplement Private Security Force

Most of the time a security employee spends on the job, she or he really isn’t doing anything. Even when a security guard is doing something, like checking an ID badge, it’s a mundane and simple task.

By Brett Smith 3 Mar 2017

Numotion Becomes Exclusive U.S. Distributor of Tek RMD from Matia Robotics

Numotion, the country’s top provider of complex rehab technology (CRT), announced that they will be the distributor of Tek Robotic Mobilization Device (RMD) by Matia Robotics in the United States.

2 Mar 2017

Online Visitor Registration Now Live for Robobusiness Europe and TUS Expo

Visitor registration for RoboBusiness Europe and TUS Expo is now live. These events will be hosted in the World Forum The Hague during the International Robotics Week from 19-21 April 2017.

2 Mar 2017

inVia Dynamic Automated Storage and Retrieval System can Transform Material Handling Operations in Warehouses

inVia Robotics announced today the national availability of the inVia Dynamic Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS), designed to transform the fulfillment and material handling operations of e-commerce retailers and fulfillment providers

2 Mar 2017

Team of Young Women Gear Up for International Robotics Competition

Swinburne has opened its state-of-the-art Factory of the Future to a team of young women set to compete in an international robotics competition.

1 Mar 2017

Harris to Develop First US BVLOS Operations for Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Harris Corporation has received a two-year grant to help develop a first-of-its-kind solution to enable beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).

1 Mar 2017

EPSRC Announces Two Program Grants for Major Robotics Research Projects

The development of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence (RAI) technologies to improve the way we care for the sick and elderly, and deal with hazardous environments have received a major boost with more than £17.3 million of investment.

1 Mar 2017

New Project Aims to Develop Next-Generation Nuclear Robots for Use in Harsh Environments

The cost of cleaning up the UK’s existing nuclear facilities has been estimated to be between £95 billion and £219 billion over the next 120 years or so. The harsh conditions within these facilities means that human access is highly restricted and much of the work will need to be completed by robots.

28 Feb 2017

NDIA to Host Ground Robotics Capability Conference and Exhibition at The Waterford in Springfield

The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) will hold its annual Ground Robotics Capability Conference and Exhibition, the only robotics conference focused solely on meeting the ground robotics needs for all services of the military and first responders, at The Waterford in Springfield, VA from March 22-23, 2017.

28 Feb 2017