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KUKA Robot Helps Construct Lightweight and Stable Research Pavilion at University of Stuttgart

Simultaneously lightweight and stable like a spider’s thread: that is the hallmark of the University of Stuttgart’s 2014/2015 research pavilion. The employees of the Institute for Computational Design (ICD) and the Institute of Building Structures and Structural Design (ITKE) actually got the inspiration for the design from nature. The manner in which the water spider builds its nests under water served as the example.

13 Aug 2015

Scientists Find Robots Evolve Quickly and Efficiently after Virtual Mass Extinction

A computer science team at The University of Texas at Austin has found that robots evolve more quickly and efficiently after a virtual mass extinction modeled after real-life disasters such as the one that killed off the dinosaurs. Beyond its implications for artificial intelligence, the research supports the idea that mass extinctions actually speed up evolution by unleashing new creativity in adaptations.

13 Aug 2015

University of Houston Researchers Working on Development of Child-Size Exoskeletons to Boost Mobility

A University of Houston engineer has received funding to create a pediatric exoskeleton, designed to help children with spinal cord injuries and other mobility disorders walk.

13 Aug 2015

New Robot Prototype Can Separate, Stretch, Smooth Wrinkles and Fold Clothes

A Mexican in Europe has helped design the prototype of a robot that is able to separate, stretch, smooth wrinkles and fold clothes. This technology participates in almost all the washing process, but introducing the clothes into the washing machine.

13 Aug 2015

Penn State's Digital Building Automation Systems Help Keep Campus Buildings Operating at Peak Performance

Michael Prinkey, an energy program engineer in the Office of Physical Plant (OPP), has one overarching piece of advice for operating Penn State’s sophisticated suite of building automation systems: Do not melt the ice cream at the Berkey Creamery.

12 Aug 2015

Middle School Students to Participate in Free Drone Camp at Rice University

A group of 20 Houston sixth- to ninth-grade students will participate in a free drone camp at Rice University Aug. 11-13. The camp is hosted by TrumbullUnmanned and Rice’s Center for Engineering Leadership.

12 Aug 2015

CIMTEC Automation Becomes Member of Epson Robots’ Distribution Network

Epson Robots, the #1 SCARA Robot Manufacturer in the World, is pleased to announce CIMTEC Automation as the newest member of their growing distribution network.

12 Aug 2015

Integrated Telehealth Solutions Represent the Next Frontier in Medical Care

Telehealth represents the next frontier in medical care, and it's something healthcare providers are already feeling the pressure from their digitally connected patients to provide.

12 Aug 2015

Northrop Grumman Demonstrates Mission Management Control Features that Create More UAS Versatility

Northrop Grumman Corporation successfully demonstrated mission management control features that create more unmanned aircraft system (UAS) versatility and efficiencies.

12 Aug 2015

Evana Automation Specialists Provides Robotic Cell Solution to Leading Automotive Manufacturer

Evana Automation Specialists, a leading Systems Integrator and builder of custom, automated assembly and test systems, recently provided a turnkey robotic cell solution to a leading manufacturer of automotive molded parts.

12 Aug 2015

BIS’ Chief Scientific Adviser Visits Sheffield Robotics

The Government’s chief scientific adviser got a glimpse into the future when he saw how the University of Sheffield is helping to drive forward the UK’s robotics research during a visit today (Tuesday 11 August 2015).

12 Aug 2015

Stereotaxis Remote Magnetic Navigation Platform Effective in VT Ablations

Stereotaxis, Inc. and Erasmus Medical Center in Rotterdam, The Netherlands today announced the results of a seven-year clinical study, which provides significant findings in terms of the Stereotaxis remote magnetic navigation platform's success in ventricular tachycardia (VT) ablations compared to both contact force sensing and other manual catheters.

12 Aug 2015

Human-Machine Interface Allows Bipedal Robot to Maintain Balance and Complete Tasks

Deep in the basement of MIT’s Building 3, a two-legged robot named HERMES is wreaking controlled havoc: punching through drywall, smashing soda cans, kicking over trash buckets, and karate-chopping boards in half. Its actions, however, are not its own.

12 Aug 2015

Power and Automation Expert, ABB Deploys DolWin beta Offshore Converter Station in North Sea

ABB, the leading power and automation technology group, achieved an important project milestone by installing DolWin beta, the world’s most powerful offshore converter station in the North Sea.

12 Aug 2015

CES 2016 Innovation Awards to Include Unmanned Systems and Accessories Category

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® today issued a call for entries for its CES 2016 Innovation Awards.

11 Aug 2015

Robotics News

KUKA Robot Helps Construct Lightweight and Stable Research Pavilion at University of Stuttgart

Scientists Find Robots Evolve Quickly and Efficiently after Virtual Mass Extinction

University of Houston Researchers Working on Development of Child-Size Exoskeletons to Boost Mobility

New Robot Prototype Can Separate, Stretch, Smooth Wrinkles and Fold Clothes

Penn State's Digital Building Automation Systems Help Keep Campus Buildings Operating at Peak Performance

Middle School Students to Participate in Free Drone Camp at Rice University

CIMTEC Automation Becomes Member of Epson Robots’ Distribution Network

Integrated Telehealth Solutions Represent the Next Frontier in Medical Care

Northrop Grumman Demonstrates Mission Management Control Features that Create More UAS Versatility

Evana Automation Specialists Provides Robotic Cell Solution to Leading Automotive Manufacturer

BIS’ Chief Scientific Adviser Visits Sheffield Robotics

Stereotaxis Remote Magnetic Navigation Platform Effective in VT Ablations

Human-Machine Interface Allows Bipedal Robot to Maintain Balance and Complete Tasks

Power and Automation Expert, ABB Deploys DolWin beta Offshore Converter Station in North Sea

CES 2016 Innovation Awards to Include Unmanned Systems and Accessories Category

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MicroAdapt Technology Enables Real-Time Learning and Forecasting in Compact Edge Devices

NEURA Robotics, Wandercraft Among Winners of the Humanoid Robotics Industry Awards 2025

AI-Powered Smartwatch ECG Accurately Screens for Structural Heart Disease

New Control System Lets Drone Teams Fly Heavy Loads With Speed and Precision

AI-Powered Blockchain Model Defends 6G Networks From Cyberattacks With 97 % Accuracy

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Who’s Leading the Global Agricultural Robotics Race?

5 Key Challenges Limiting Robotic Dexterity

Thought Leaders

Robot Chef: The Future of Automated Meal Preparation

Tiny Robotic Crab: The Smallest-Ever Remote-Controlled Walking Robot

Resurrecting Ancient Cephalopods with Robots