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2013 Nanotechnology Patent Literature Review

02/27/14, 01:08 AM | Mobile & Service Robots , Unmanned & Other Topics | Analysis and Trends

Similar to computers, nanotechnology is both an enabling technology and a technology sector in its own right. Nanotechnology is prolific in the research and development of almost every economic sector, from aerospace to medicine to energy.

The Unmanned Platform Common Control System (CCS)

02/27/14, 01:08 AM | Industrial Robotics | Military and Security

The CCS prototype was developed for the U.S. government and its goal is to simultaneously control multiple unmanned assets in various environments (water, air and ground).

The Less is More Approach to Robotic Cable Management

02/13/14, 09:12 AM | Industrial Robotics, Unmanned & Other Topics | Hardware Bits and Pieces | igus

There are different options available for guiding and protecting cables on six-axis robots. Three well- known solutions include flexible tubing, enclosed dress packs and robotic cable carrier systems.

3D Printing in the Dental Industry

02/13/14, 09:11 AM | Mobile & Service Robots , Unmanned & Other Topics | Personal and Recreational

3Shape implants planning and guided surgery software brings together implant planning, prosthetics, and drill guide design to provide a cost-efficient solution that saves chair-time and improves patient experience.

Brain Control Becomes A Reality

02/13/14, 09:11 AM | Industrial Robotics | Experimental and Educational

The fore-runner of brain communication to a robot is Neuroprosthetics, which is an area of neuroscience concerned with neural prostheses. That is, using artificial devices to replace the function of impaired nervous systems and brain related problems.

Trimble Adds Unmanned Aircraft System to its Agriculture Portfolio

02/13/14, 09:10 AM | Industrial Robotics, Unmanned & Other Topics | Industrial and Manufacturing | Trimble

The system can locate cattle and their available forage over large areas, measure crop height, and generate topographic maps and models for land leveling and drainage applications.

An Uncertain Future for Quantum Computing?

02/13/14, 09:10 AM | Mobile & Service Robots | Technology Discussions

Quantum computing is here to shake the existing mechanical, electrical and electronic systems. Modern electronics in particular will not be the same if quantum computing gains acceptance. Therere voices of support as well as dissent. In this post, well analyze future trends in quantum computing. Keep reading!

Robotic Welding Series: Pre-engineered Cells Cut Through Economics of Automation

02/13/14, 09:10 AM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | Industrial and Manufacturing | KC Robotics

This is the third of a 4-part series by KC Robotics about the automated arc welding industry.

Why I Automate

01/31/14, 09:53 AM | Industrial Robotics, Unmanned & Other Topics | Opinions and Advice | A3 - Association for Advanced Automation

Our goal is to share stories about companies that are using automation to succeed and compete effectively in their marketplace.

A BeagleBone Black Resource

01/31/14, 09:53 AM | Industrial Robotics | Hardware Bits and Pieces

The BeagleBone Black is the latest low cost single-board computer in the BeagleBoard family.

Electrospinning NanoFibers

01/31/14, 09:52 AM | Mobile & Service Robots , Unmanned & Other Topics | Technology Discussions

Electrospinning can be used to produce advanced materials that otherwise would not be possible to make.

Case Study: Customizing Orthopedics With Robotics

01/31/14, 09:51 AM | Industrial Robotics, Mobile & Service Robots | Industrial and Manufacturing

The mastery we developed of ROBOTMASTERs capabilities, combined with our expertise in orthoses and prostheses, permitted us to develop proprietary, patented milling strategies, conceived specifically for, and ideally suited to, our highly specialised business.

The Importance of Field Based Cable Length Measurement for Cable Installers

01/31/14, 09:51 AM | Factory Automation, Unmanned & Other Topics | Assembly and Testing

Quick, accurate determination of cable length and line continuity testing using hand-held cable length instruments brings value to the cable installer, the contractor, and the customer during installation, trouble-shooting and routine maintenance cabling jobs.

Robotic Storage Facility Protects Exotic Collectibles with HOBO Data Nodes

01/31/14, 09:51 AM | Industrial Robotics, Unmanned & Other Topics | Industrial and Manufacturing

For security and convenience, the facility keeps human entry to a minimum. The robotic crane and rail system delivers possessions out of the facility.

Case Study: Ancor And The Monroney Window Sticker

01/31/14, 09:50 AM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | Industrial and Manufacturing

Ancor knew there had to be a better and more efficient way to manage the label packaging process - which had a 10-hour or less nightly production timeframe and a client-mandated 100% verification process.

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