This New Kind of Robot Mimics Octopus to Change From Rigid to Soft
If robots are capable of rapidly adjusting their dampness, stiffing and dynamics, like octopi are, the added flexibility can make for more versatile robotics than ever.
ETH Hyperloop project takes advantage of innovative Stäubli connectors
On May 23, the veil of secrecy around the new Swissloop Pod for the Swiss ETH team's entry in Elon Musk's "2018 Hyperloop Pod Competition" was lifted in Zürich
Mouser Electronics and Grant Imahara Demystify Misconceptions of Robots Working with People in "Generation Robot" Series
In the newest video, Imahara travels to Augsburg, Germany, to visit the innovative KUKA Development and Technology Center, where engineers design robots that work in environments from docks to doctors offices. Imahara will investigate what it really means for humans and robots to collaborate and how humanity will benefit from this interaction.
RIA to Present Gudrun Litzenberger and Esben Østergaard with Engelberger Robotics Awards
The awards recognize outstanding individuals from all over the world. Since the awards inception in 1977, it has been bestowed upon 126 robotics leaders from 17 different nations. This year the awards will be presented in the categories of leadership and technology.
Makeblock's mBot Series Robots Accredited for Quality Education by Kokoa Education Standard
Makeblock announced that its mBot series STEAM education products received accreditation from the Finnish education standard agency Kokoa, and thus Makeblock became the first Chinese educational robotics company ever accredited by Kokoa.
Tennibot Serves an Ace on Kickstarter, with Presales Surpassing $60,000 for the World's First Robotic Tennis Ball Collector
Just three weeks remain for tennis players, coaches and tennis clubs to get their very own Tennibot at highly discounted early-bird Kickstarter pricing. Tennibot lets players focus on tennis while it uses computer vision and artificial intelligence to retrieve tennis balls.
Washington State to Host International Underwater Robotics Competition
Imagine being surrounded by towering mountains and rich vegetation all while using highly-crafted underwater robots to locate a simulated long-lost airplane wreckage at the bottom of a swimming pool. That will be a reality for students from around the world at the Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) and its sister organization, MATE Inspiration for Innovation (MATE II) Centers 17th annual international student underwater robotics competition, June 21-23, at Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way, Washington.
1st Annual AI/Robotics Venture Fair Brings Over 100 Investors to Pittsburgh
1st Annual AI/Robotics Venture Fair brings over 100 investors to Pittsburgh
19-Year-Old Engineer Builds Autonomous Window Cleaner for Commercial Buildings
Oliver Nicholls of Sydney, Australia, Wins $75,000 Top Prize at Intel International Science and Engineering Fair
GigE Vision camera firmware 1.5 with new trigger modes and pulse width modulation
With the current GigE Vision firmware release, version 1.5, IDS has as always focused on making functions as useful and simple as possible. The new Trigger Controlled Exposure Mode was therefore integrated according to the Vision standard, but at the same time extended to ensure reliable camera operation even at the limits.
Rutgers Researchers Create a 3D-Printed Smart Gel That Walks Underwater, Moves Objects
The watery creation could lead to soft robots that mimic sea animals like the octopus, which can walk underwater and bump into things without damaging them.
MIT Technology Review Announces Speakers, Partners for EmTech Next Conference June 4-5
The conference will convene innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders to discuss how technology will impact the future of work.
Robotic Technology Goes Beyond Automation
While the obvious benefit of robotic technology is to automate business processes, there are an abundance of opportunities for robotic technology to improve the lives of humans without engaging in automation.
Homecare Robotics and APAC Push Consumer Robotics Market to 100 Million shipments by 2026
Homecare robots are already the primary driver of revenue for the wider consumer robotics market. This trend is expected to increase, following a banner year of revenue and shipment growth from floor care market leader iRobot.
Workhorse Horsefly™ Autonomous Drone Package Delivery Pilot Underway in Cincinnati
The unique, patented HorseFly system complies with current FAA safety regulations for drone package delivery. Currently, each package is delivered within the delivery driver's line of sight.
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Mobile Robots - Featured Product
ElectroCraft's Motion Control for Mobile Robots
ElectroCraft is showcasing its award-winning mobile robot technology including their powerful and compact wheel drives, high-torque-density brushless DC motors, precision linear actuators as well as servo motor drive technology at a variety of conferences and tradeshows including the Boston Robotics Summit. Robotics Summit is the premier symposium for the sharing of ideas, technology, and market developments for robotic technologies across industries. Beyond a showcase and pitch of product, ElectroCraft is eager to participate in the collaborative discussion of challenges and opportunities that will shape the near and long-term robotic marketplace.
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MMP Inc. / MIDWEST MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.
The Leader in Rapid Prototyping of High-Quality Motion Control Solutions. MMP is actively engaged in the design, manufacturing and distribution of standard and custom motion control equipment, including fully reversible brushed and brushless DC gearmotors, motors with failsafe brakes and servomotors with feedback devices such as analog tachometers and encoders. We also provide fully-sealed IP-65 motor speed controls @ 12/24/48 VDC, AC~DC power supplies and a wide variety of 12/24 VDC linear actuators. If you need a sample right away, we can be a project saving convenience for you. We provide more than 8000+ released DC Gearmotor designs with cost-effective solutions for robotics and automation companies. These designs are unique and custom-built to suit the specific application requirements of the motion control projects.
