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Archives for January 11, 2021

How server automation reached FANG

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The vast majority of today’s desktop applications are designed for users to perform certain operations: document creation, calculations, data analysis, and so on.

Often, these applications have built-in macro-language to create code that uses these services, for example in the case of repetitive operations sequences. In other words, applications of this kind are programmable.

The server automation can run in the client’s address space. In this case, it is called an internal (in-process) server and is implemented as a library (DLL). [Read more…] about How server automation reached FANG

Vecna Robotics launches new autonomous forklift truck

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Vecna Robotics, the autonomous mobile robot and workflow orchestration company, has launched its autonomous counterbalanced fork truck, which it describes as “a highly versatile, safe, intelligent and integrated pallet-handling solution”.

The first in the company’s Silverback Series of counterbalanced fork trucks, this next-generation autonomous mobile robot offers vertical lift of up to 72” to help distribution, warehousing, and manufacturing organizations move a wider range of payloads and pallet types, lift inventory to and from equipment, and seamlessly work alongside other materials handling vehicles and human workers to improve efficiency and throughput.

The autonomous mobile robot (AMR) segment is expected to reach $6.8 billion by 2025, according to Frost & Sullivan. [Read more…] about Vecna Robotics launches new autonomous forklift truck

Kuka introduces robot that can be your personal trainer

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Kuka has unveiled a robot that can be a personal trainer which could provide highly personalised training for elite athletes. (See video below.)

But the company says the expensive-looking system can also be used by ordinary people, even if they’re not top athletes.

The company calls the system “RoboGym” and describes it as a “revolutionary” training system that is “not just for top athletes”. [Read more…] about Kuka introduces robot that can be your personal trainer

Hyundai unveils mobile service robot for restaurants

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Hyundai Robotics has launched what it describes as a “food and beverage service robot” for the restaurant and catering sector.

An example of the new robot can be found in the “Genie Room” of the newly opened shabu-shabu (a popular Japanese dish) restaurant, Modern Shabu House at Gwanghwamun D Tower.

With the introduction of KT’s customized AI service, when a customer places a voice order through the Giga Genie terminal, the robot delivers food, refills, plates, water, and other items to the table. [Read more…] about Hyundai unveils mobile service robot for restaurants

Find a social media influencer in minutes

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Who is a social media influencer? A social media influencer who uses several media accounts and has made a great impact in the media.

They have large audiences following them and turning on their notifications to be aware of any new update.

They can persuade many people to buy a particular idea or market, either abstract or concrete. They have high credibility and authenticity ratings among their followers. [Read more…] about Find a social media influencer in minutes