'Rushing into robotics revolution without considering impact,' warn scientists
From RT.com: Governments should examine the effects of robotics on human civilization before automated machines leap “out of factories to automate all aspects of our lives,” a group of scientists warns.
The Foundation for Responsible Robotics, launched on Friday in London, aims to persuade governments and industries to look at the ways robots will impact on society. They want organizations to look at the way robots could disrupt the job market, and believe policymakers have so far failed researched the issue.
Robotics professor at Sheffield University and Chairman of the foundation Noel Sharkey said the potential problems must be considered.
“We are rushing headlong into the robotics revolution without consideration for the many unforeseen problems lying around the corner. It is time now to step back and think hard about the future of the technology before it sneaks up and bites us.”
Sharkey said growing numbers of robots are being used in the service industry, whereas historically robots have usually been used to automate factory work. Cont'd...
Teledyne DALSA Introduces 9 New Genie Nano Area Cameras
Teledyne DALSA, a Teledyne Technologies company and global leader in machine vision technology, today announced the introduction of 9 new Genie Nano area cameras. Built around ON Semiconductors Python CMOS image sensors, these latest models deliver fast frame rates in a small, robust body, and are ideal for an ever-growing number of vision applications.
First Thunderbolt 2 Enabled Industrial Camera From XIMEA is Officially Certified
Certification moves Thunderbolt 2 enabled cameras to mass production phase for use in machine vision
All in one system COMAU and B&R assimilate robotics into machine control
With the introduction of openROBOTICS, partners COMAU and B&R are opening up new dimensions of robotics integration for machinery and production lines. The solution is based on a full lineup of COMAU robots that handle payloads ranging from 3 to 650 kilograms.
Double capacity ejector fits popular format
Piab is introducing a complement to its range of Value Line vacuum ejectors. The new aluminum block mounted ejector is dimensioned to emulate a popular ejector format, making it easy to install into many existing systems.
BitFlow Equipped Sensor System Goes Beyond Skin Level to Discriminate Between Real and Fake Fingerprints
Simple fingerprint casts made from material such as Play-doh®, clay or gelatin can fool most fingerprint recognition devices.
Intelligrated bolsters leadership team in China
Local material handling sales and service veteran to lead growth of Chinese operation
VadaTech and Seven Solutions Collaborate to Integrate White Rabbit and MicroTCA Technologies
VadaTech, a leading manufacturer of embedded boards, enabling software and application-ready platforms, today announced an exclusive agreement to integrate Seven Solutions' White Rabbit technology into its MicroTCA (µTCA) products.
IREX - Japan Robot Exhibition Expo Report
The IREX Event recorded attendance around 160,000 visitors spanning for 4 days, with 50 plus country delegations including Ambassadors and other VIP`s taking an special tour at the event.
Lenze Receives Rockwell Automation 2015 Quality Award
Prestigious award for factored products acknowledges strength of relationship with Rockwell Automation
New Shaft Protected Position Sensors
Festo Names Two New Distributors in Colorado
Festo continues to expand product stocking capabilities and application expertise closer to customers in automation growth areas in western states.
Kurion Acquires Premier UK Robotics and Remote Systems Firm Oxford Technologies
Oxford Technologies Provides Complementary Capabilities, a European Base of Operations and Entryway into New Markets
Evana Automation to Design and Build a Turnkey Assembly System for a Major Manufacturer of Commercial Vehicle Systems
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OCTOPUZ v1.5 Update Highlights
We've been busy at OCTOPUZ! OCTOPUZ v1.5 brings with it exciting new core updates, including an OCTOPUZ eCatalog, full RTCP support and automatic rail settings. Welding with OCTOPUZ? Look for GUI enhancements and weaving simulation. This is a free update for anyone on OCTOPUZ maintenance.
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