SAM Robotic Surrogate Operator
From AkihabaraNews and Robohub:
Conceptually, it’s quite simple: joysticks, knobs, and switches manipulated on a custom radio controller direct the flexing and relaxing of pneumatic “artificial muscles” arranged along “arms and legs” that attach to a vehicle’s pedals and levers. When actuated, the robot replicates a human body’s controlling movements.
Kowa Tech claims the system delivers input strength equal to that of human limbs and an overall operational capability 80% that of in-vehicle operation (with gains expected as the system matures). The 3-piece modular robot is weather and vibration-proof, weighs only about 30 kg (66 lbs.), easily installs in under 30 minutes, and can be removed in half that time. Current prototypes are operable from up to 200m, and commercial models are expected to reach 1 kilometer.
Rounded out with video monitoring for an in-vehicle perspective, in theory ActiveRobo SAM is a near-comprehensive surrogate operator. Most of their demos and testing have thus far been limited to excavator and other heavy equipment work, but the company hopes to eventually make the system adaptable to any vehicle... ( full article )
Laser Components Group Expands with In-House Pbs and PbSe Detector Production
This latest company addition demonstrates its commitment to providing customers with the choice of selecting the best detector for their particular application.
Raytheon acquires Tucson-based Sensintel, Inc.
Sensintel will become part of Raytheon Company's Missile Systems business.
US$1m 'Drones for Good' Competition Attracts Huge Participation From 57 Countries
More than 800 entries highlight exciting opportunities in use of drone technology to meet public needs
Custom Case Group Joins Leading Unmanned Vehicle Association
Manufacturer hopes to promote drone and UAV industry issues through AUVSI membership
New Dates Announced for BZ Media's InterDrone, the International Drone Conference and Exposition
Registration now open for Las Vegas event focused on boomingcommercial drone market
The Industrial Automation Exchange
New online tool connects manufacturers with industrial automation expertise, products
CSF Robotics becomes a Robotmaster reseller for Australia and the Asia Pacific region
We are proud to announce that CSF Robotics becomes a Robotmaster reseller for Australia and the Asia Pacific region.
Anibit Online Graphical Programmer for the Pololu 3pi Robot
From Anibit:
We have adapted a graphical programming environment for the Arduino known as "Blocklyduino" to be tailored to Pololu's 3Pi Robot Platform. Blocklyduino is itself an adaptation of Blockly, a software package for developers to create graphical programming environments.
All of this is heavily inspired by Scratch and the MIT App inventor. If you are not familiar with those tools and watch to teach kids about programming, you really should check the out.
Graphical Programming is a great introduction to programming for kids. and the Pololu 3Pi is a low cost, ready-made robot that kids love. As part part of our mission at Anibit to inspire and educate about robotics, we felt the need to bring the two together... ( Anibit link )
NEW QC-160 ROBOTIC TOOL CHANGER PROVIDES FLEXIBILITY, EXCEEDS 200 kg ROBOT LOAD SPECIFICATION
The new QC-160 Robotic Tool Changer, recently developed by ATI Industrial Automation, Apex, NC, has a high moment capacity in a lightweight and compact design and utilizes the same proven Locking Mechanism as ATIs QC-200 Series.
Motion for many: Instantly control three-phase motors for $25 with TI's C2000 Piccolo F2806x InstaSPIN-MOTION LaunchPad
Leverage InstaSPIN-MOTION technology for torque, velocity or servo position control systems with sensorless or sensored feedback
Establishing the CODE for Unmanned Aircraft to Fly as Collaborative Teams
CODE program is offering the opportunity to participate in discussions to help develop groundbreaking software enabling unmanned aircraft to work together with minimal supervision
Güdel Introduces New Green Tire Trays
Fast, efficient handling of sticky, green tires.
ROBOTS EXPLORE DANGEROUS MINES WITH NOVEL SENSOR FUSION TECHNOLOGY
Research team uses Husky UGV to run autonomous sensor data in Chiles mines; goal to remove humans from dangerous environments.
NAB SHOW TO FEATURE NEW AERIAL ROBOTICS AND DRONE PAVILION
The new exhibit area, will feature dozens of aerial robotics companies, a flying cage, demonstration area with seating, and daily sessions.
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