New HEXBUG Warriors Battling Robots have been added to the HEXBUG family. These small, collectible, micro robots employ the physics of vibration, just like the famed patented HEXBUG Nano, through which competitors will be challenged in new customizable Battle Arenas and Stadiums.
By Kalwinder Kaur
6 Aug 2012
As part of a National Science Foundation grant, Drexel University will offer robotic components to construct unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), similar to those being deployed in military for surveillance and reconnaissance.
By Kalwinder Kaur
6 Aug 2012
Accuray has recently declared that the unique robotic radiosurgery system has been used by doctors at Instituto Neurologico de Colombia (INDEC) in Medellin, for providing effective treatments for patients affected with cancerous and non-cancerous tumors in prostate, head, lung, spine, liver and pancreas.
Piezo ceramics specialist PI ceramic offers a new line of co-fired multilayer piezo bimorph actuators.
The first-ever five-fingered robotic hand similar to that of a human has been developed by EU-funded research team. This new innovation is capable of mimicking the action and movement of human hands.
By Kalwinder Kaur
3 Aug 2012
Advanced Defense Technologies (ADTI), a provider of systems and technologies for homeland security, industry and military defense projects, and AeroSpy, a supplier of technology for mobile robotics, motion tracking and navigation, have entered into a joint venture to develop and commercialize sense and avoid technologies for UAVs.
By Kalwinder Kaur
3 Aug 2012
Researchers in Europe have developed robotic assistance for the elderly as part of the CompanionAble integrated project. The four-year project was awarded EUR 7.8 million in funds under the EU Seventh Framework Programme 'Information and communication technologies' theme to the team comprising 19 specialist partners.
By Kalwinder Kaur
2 Aug 2012
During AUVSI’s Unmanned Systems North America 2012, Wind River will display its contemporary embedded software capabilities that support unmanned systems. The event will be held from August 7 to 9 in Las Vegas, NV.
By Nick Gilbert
2 Aug 2012
Ultra Electronics has supplied 45 of its ROAMIO D245XR fuel cells for deployment in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) by the U.S. military. This delivery contract is worth over $2 M. The ROAMIO D245XR offers extended duration flight of over 8 h in small UAS platforms and has been considered to be the most advanced power technology.
By Kalwinder Kaur
2 Aug 2012
The deployment extension of K-MAX Cargo UAS has gained approval from the U.S. Marine Corps for the second time in 2012. This first unmanned helicopter has been designed to serve major purposes such as resupplying troops in a combat zone and cargo delivery.
On 13 July 2012, Exhibition Micromachine/MEMS and ROBOTECH, one of the largest integrated exhibitions under the name of “Micronano 2012”, was successfully concluded. Around 206 exhibitors from 10 countries or regions participated in this year’s exhibition that welcomed 10,985 international visitors.
By Kalwinder Kaur
1 Aug 2012
Engineering students at the University of Florida have stood second at the International RoboSub Competition in San Diego. This competition required the students to autonomously maneuver a small robotic submarine on a military base, through a series of obstacles.
By Nick Gilbert
1 Aug 2012
Poland’s Industrial Research Institute for Automation and Measurement (PIAP), the most recent joint venture target of Quantum International, is developing an advanced team of robots that can assist emergency responders, police, and other personnel in hazardous security and rescue operations. Robocop are expected to be critical allies in the $5 T war on terror.
By Nick Gilbert
1 Aug 2012
Ghana secondary school students have been given an opportunity to take part in the first unique robotics program and competition. Named “Ashesi Robotics Experience (ARX)”, this competition is ebing conducted by Ashesi University College and The MasterCard Foundation.
By Kalwinder Kaur
1 Aug 2012
The Engelberger Robotics Award, a prestigious honor in the robotics industry, will be awarded to Richard Litt and Martin Buehler on August 30, during a special ceremony in Taipei, Taiwan. This ceremony will form a part of the 43rd International Symposium on Robotics taking place from August 29 to 31, 2012.
By Nick Gilbert
1 Aug 2012