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Pandemic lockdowns boost consumer robotics market to $10 billion in 2020 revenues

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Lockdowns around the world caused by the coronavirus pandemic have provided a boost to the consumer robotics market, according to ABI Research.

The consumer robotic market pushed through the pandemic’s disruption to deliver continued growth in 2020 as consumers spent more time at home and invested in robotic offerings that made life simpler.

Global tech market advisory firm ABI Research finds the consumer robotics market generated $10.4 billion in revenues in 2020, up $448 million, or 4.3 percent, on pre-pandemic expectations. [Read more…] about Pandemic lockdowns boost consumer robotics market to $10 billion in 2020 revenues

China Robot Industry Alliance selects HRG’s disinfection robot

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The China Robot Industry Alliance, an industry association, has selected HRG’s disinfection robot as a “special case” in its 2020 White Paper on the Development of China’s Robotics Industry.

The recently released 2020 White Paper on the Development of China’s Robotics Industry, compiled by CRIA, has selected HRG anti-pandemic disinfection robot as “a typical case in its special topic on pandemic prevention robots”.

HRG anti-pandemic disinfection robot was independently developed by the Emergency Equipment Research Institute of HRG Hefei Institute. [Read more…] about China Robot Industry Alliance selects HRG’s disinfection robot

Badger Technologies launches ultraviolet disinfection robot

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Badger Technologies, a product division of Jabil, introduces the Badger UltraViolet Disinfect robot, an autonomous ultraviolet (UV) disinfecting robot designed to combat Covid-19 and high-risk pathogens commonly found in grocery, food-service and retail environments.

The latest in the lineup of Badger Technologies autonomous robots, the Badger UV Disinfect robot is equipped with advanced UV-C technology developed by UltraViolet Devices Inc (UVDI), a leading provider of air and surface disinfection solutions.

Early testing of the new Badger Technologies autonomous robot with UVDI’s 254 nanometer UV-C technology indicates 99 percent and greater inactivation of coronaviruses, E.coli, Salmonella enterica and Influenza A. [Read more…] about Badger Technologies launches ultraviolet disinfection robot

HRG unveils ‘Intelligent Patrol Robot’ to fight against pandemic

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HRG has unveiled what it calls its “Intelligent Patrol Robot”.

Developed by the Intelligent Equipment Research Institute of HRG Hefei Institute, the new product is designed to carry out patrol inspections in multiple scenarios.

It can achieve a 24-hour observation of 360 degrees horizontal and 180 degrees vertical to effectively reduce human contact during the pandemic. [Read more…] about HRG unveils ‘Intelligent Patrol Robot’ to fight against pandemic

Best Kitchen Equipment You Must Invest In

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Like a house, furniture, or a car, you must be careful while choosing the kitchen equipment.

These tools are going to be with you as long as a lifetime.

Therefore, ensure that you are investing in the tools that will help in your daily routine. [Read more…] about Best Kitchen Equipment You Must Invest In

Microsurgery robot market set to reach $2 billion by 2026

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The microsurgery robot market is projected to attain “remarkable revenue growth” in view of rapid technological advancements in the field of medical science, according to a recent study by market research firm Global Market Insights.

The analyst forecasts that the microsurgery robot market will reach $2 billion by 2026.

Growing inclination towards creating innovative microsurgery devices that are capable of undertaking complex surgeries could massively enhance the product demand in the future. [Read more…] about Microsurgery robot market set to reach $2 billion by 2026

How Covid 19 has affected delivery services?

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The well-known deadly virus regarded as Covid-19; aka Coronavirus has undeniably been a significant cause of massive disruption in our daily regime.

Not only it has impacted our occupations but also restrained us from stepping out of the house for all necessary to additional outgoings. Shopping was once the most exciting pastime to do, but today’s critical consequences have indeed made it a daunting task, especially in-person trading.

Online shopping plays an immense role in offering a safe yet convenient method for acquiring your basic necessities and wants. However, the main issue comes on letting those deliveries inside your home. [Read more…] about How Covid 19 has affected delivery services?

AOT obtains CE certification for ‘world’s first human-approved contact-free laser cutting of bones with a robot’

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Swiss medical technology company AOT has obtained CE certification for what it says is the “world’s first human-approved contact-free laser cutting of bones with a robot”.

The patented Cold Ablation Robot-guided Laser Osteotome system – CARLO for short – is said to cut bones precisely and contact-free with a specialized laser using a robot.

The laser beam vaporizes the water inside the bone substrate within milliseconds, so the bone will be removed precisely in layers, leaving no residue, as deep as desired or until it is severed. [Read more…] about AOT obtains CE certification for ‘world’s first human-approved contact-free laser cutting of bones with a robot’

Finding the Best Wheelchair

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Gone are the days when wheelchairs had giant build, and someone had to push them around all the time manually.

Similar to the outdated cars, innovative options introduced by technological advancement have replaced the older designs. You can now browse through an entire spectrum of electrical wheelchairs, folding power wheelchairs, racing wheelchairs, and compact power wheelchairs.

Companies are focused on making wheelchairs that have an appealing design, high voltage, portability, and compactness. Thus, an ideal wheelchair will provide the most comfort and convenience. [Read more…] about Finding the Best Wheelchair

LG unveils autonomous robot with disinfecting ultraviolet light

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LG has unveiled an autonomous robot with disinfecting ultraviolet light. The company says the newest addition to its CLOi range of robots are aimed at hotels, schools, offices, restaurants and retailers.

LG says it has combined its core competencies in robotics, artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles with a “deep understanding of customer needs”.

The electronics giant says it is developing an autonomous robot that will use ultraviolet (UV-C) light to disinfect high-touch, high-traffic areas. [Read more…] about LG unveils autonomous robot with disinfecting ultraviolet light