University students will test their academic skills during the launch of atmospheric and technology experiments aboard a NASA suborbital sounding rocket. It will be launched from the agency's Wallops Flight Facility at Wallops Island, on Aug. 23, between 6:30 and 10 a.m.
By Nick Gilbert
20 Aug 2012
Pratica di Mare Air Force Base near Rome, Italy-based MEADS battle manager and launcher was integrated with first Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS) Multifunction Fire Control Radar (MFCR).
By Nick Gilbert
20 Aug 2012
NASA Giving Initiative and Relevance to Learning Science (NASA GIRLS) is a pilot mentoring program focused on encouraging girls to pursue their careers in science and technology. Around 21 girls from 12 states extending from New York to Hawaii studying in grades 5-8 have successfully completed this program.
By Kalwinder Kaur
20 Aug 2012
There exists a national security threat impacting U.S. and global-friendly naval operations since the number of enemies who can operate quiet diesel electric submarines is gradually increasing. In order to overcome this national security threat, DARPA presented a contract to Science Applications International recently with regard to Phases 2-4 of its Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Continuous Trail Unmanned Vessel (ACTUV) program.
By Kalwinder Kaur
20 Aug 2012
A media teleconference will be conducted by NASA on Friday, Aug. 17, at 1:30 p.m. EDT. Through this teleconference, status update will be delivered regarding Curiosity rover's mission to Mars' Gale Crater.
By Kalwinder Kaur
20 Aug 2012
During this year’s International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS), Lincoln Electric will provide Magnum PRO Robotic 550 Thru-Arm Welding Gun (exclusive of wire feeder, robotic arm, and power source) and Magnum PRO Robotic 550 External Dress Welding Gun. Two winners will be selected each day from September 10 to 15.
Quantum International is investigating potential opportunities in the quickly growing robotics sector and the Apple iPad supports new innovations in the telepresence robotic sector.
By Kalwinder Kaur
20 Aug 2012
ISR Group and Altavian have entered into an exclusive agreement. As per the agreement, ISR Group will offer global operations, marketing, and maintenance services that will support the unmanned aircraft system of Altavian Nova.
By Kalwinder Kaur
20 Aug 2012
Dr. Alexander Rosemurgy and Dr. Sharona Ross, experts in Laparo-Endoscopic Single Site (LESS) surgery and hepatopancreaticobiliary surgery, have selected Florida Hospital Tampa, where they will extend their clinical research.
By Nick Gilbert
18 Aug 2012
An unmanned Wave Glider robot has been set off the US coast close to San Francisco. This robot complements the arsenal of technologies for observing marine creatures including great white sharks, in real-time.
By Nick Gilbert
18 Aug 2012
During a 32-second free flight, NASA's "Mighty Eagle" identified its target on August 16 at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. This compact robotic lander prototype practically represents technologies that can be used for the final arrival of an autonomous controlled landing on asteroids, moon, or other celestial bodies.
By Kalwinder Kaur
18 Aug 2012
In collaboration with the military, Middle Tennessee State University will investigate the means to enhance the potential application of technology related to unmanned aerial and ground vehicles.
By Kalwinder Kaur
18 Aug 2012
A research team led by George Whitesides, the Woodford L. and Ann A. Flowers University Professor, has succeeded in innovating soft, silicone-based robots that can camouflage themselves or stand out from their environment. Scientists are making efforts to make the robots capable enough to disguise themselves.
By Kalwinder Kaur
18 Aug 2012
iRobot has introduced new gutter cleaning and vacuum cleaning robots. The iRobot Looj 330, a gutter cleaning robot, has the ability to clear dirt, clogs and leaves, while the iRobot Roomba 600 Series can vacuum carpets, laminate, tile and hardwood floors.
RMT Robotics®, a Cimcorp Oy company, is pleased to present “The Case for Robotics: A First Look the 2012 Automation of One of North America’s Largest Beer Distribution Centers” at the National Beer Wholesalers Association’s (NBWA) Annual Convention at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2012 in San Diego, Calif.