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Robotics Researcher at Cornell Works on Automated Programming Project

Hadas Kress-Gazit of Cornell, a robotics researcher is pursuing the five-year National Science Foundation Expeditions in Computing project worth $10 M to expedite and simplify computer programming.

By Andy Choi 11 Apr 2012

Philips Chooses Adept Technology Robotic Solutions for Hi-Tech Razor Assembly Line

Philips has selected Adept Technology for supplying robotics and flexible feeding systems. Philips plans to construct an assembly line for producing its existing line of high-tech shavers that will be compatible with any future redesigns. By integrating the skill and proficiency of Bremer Werk fur Montagesysteme (BWM) and Adept, the deployment of an assembly system capable of producing Philips' high-tech shavers was achieved.

11 Apr 2012

Westtown School's Robotics Team Qualifies for Regional and National Championships

Known as Metal Moose, the Westtown School Robotics Team, sponsored by Mid-Atlantic Robotics 2012, won laurels at the Lenape FIRST Robotics District Competition, held on March 24.

By Andy Choi 7 Apr 2012

Siemens Sponsors Michigan FIRST Robotics Competition

With intent to support science and technology, Siemens Industry, along with its Industry Automation Division, has collaborated with Michigan –FIRST.

By Andy Choi 7 Apr 2012

Adept Technology to Deliver Advanced Robotic Systems to German Automotive Supplier

Adept Technology, a supplier of autonomous mobile solutions and intelligent robots, has recently declared that is has received an order worth $1million for its 6-axis robot arms from a German-based Bremer Werk für Montagesysteme (BWM).

By Andy Choi 7 Apr 2012

ProPhotonix Appoints Three New Distribution Partners for Machine Vision Sales Operations

ProPhotonix, a producer and innovator of LED Illumination Systems and laser diode modules, declared that it has achieved three new distribution partners in Europe, the U.S., and Asia.

By Andy Choi 7 Apr 2012

Robot-Assisted MAKOplasty Procedure Ensures Quick Post-Surgery Recovery

Midtown Surgery Center has recently declared that its ambulatory surgical facility is first in the state to perform the innovative, robotic arm-guided procedure called MAKOplasty.

By Andy Choi 7 Apr 2012

Insitu’s Unmanned Aircraft System Integrated with Hydrogen Fuel Cell

Insitu, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, has declared that its ScanEagle unmanned aircraft system (UAS) with hydrogen fuel cell has completed its two-and-a-half-hour flight test successfully. To the expeditionary, runway-independent Group 2 ScanEagle UAS, the fuel cell was added as a modular upgrade.

By Andy Choi 7 Apr 2012

Research Shows Pharmacy Robots Contain Bacterial Contamination

The journal of the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America, in its Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology report states that drug dispensing robots that can synthesize intravenous medications instantly in a sterile environment can possess dangerous bacteria.

By Andy Choi 6 Apr 2012

ReconRobotics Announces Acquisition of Systems Engineering Firm, Xollai

ReconRobotics provides micro-robot systems for defense and law enforcement. It recently declared that it has acquired systems engineering firm, Xollai.

By Andy Choi 6 Apr 2012

Adept Technology to Participate in Third Annual National Robotics Week

Adept Technology, a supplier of autonomous mobile solutions and intelligent robots, will once again take part in the National robotics event scheduled from April 9 to 17, 2012, marking the third annual National Robotics Week.

By Andy Choi 6 Apr 2012

Third Annual National Robotics Week Celebrates U.S. Innovation in Robotics

To commemorate robotics innovation in the U.S., the third annual National Robotics Week will be celebrated from April 7 to 15, 2012. Hosted to promote science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) among young students, National Robotics Week will serve as an ideal source where the public can comprehend the emerging potentials of robots in education, engineering and industry and their positive impact in the future of the U.S. economy.

By Andy Choi 6 Apr 2012

Microchip Declares Winners of Arizona Regional 2012 FIRST Robotics Competition

Microchip Technology, a supplier of microcontroller, Flash-IP and analog solutions, has recently declared the outcome of the Chandler-based 2012 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) Arizona Regional, which was held on March 23 and 24. The Carl Hayden High School of Phoenix, Crescent School of Toronto, Canada and Chandler’s Seton Catholic High School are eligible to compete in the St. Louis-based 2012 FIRST Robotics Competition Championship, from April 26 to 28.

By Andy Choi 6 Apr 2012

Researchers Conduct Medical Analysis of Robotic Bladder Cancer Surgery

Surgical removal of cancerous bladder, based on robotic technology is a new technological advancement approach to the traditional open or invasive surgery such as radical cystectomy.

By Andy Choi 5 Apr 2012